A leading Nigerian civil society group has called on President Bola Tinubu to establish a high-level inquiry into the annulment of the historic 1993 presidential elections and to take concrete steps to strengthen electoral integrity and democratic freedoms. The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) made the appeal in a letter dated 14 June 2025,…
Hundreds of young Nigerians marched through the capital of Benue State on Sunday, demanding immediate government intervention following a fresh wave of deadly violence in the region. The demonstration was triggered by the killing of dozens in Yelwata, Guma LGA, during a night-time attack believed to be carried out by armed assailants. The incident added…
Authorities in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State have announced a sweeping ban on logging operations in the region’s western forest belt, citing the need to address worsening insecurity and environmental damage. Local government chairman Mr Melvin Ejeh issued the directive on Sunday, stating that the new policy takes effect immediately and applies to…
A policy report issued by the Bashir Adeniyi Centre for International Trade and Investment (BACITI) has called for sweeping upgrades to Nigeria’s maritime and logistics infrastructure as the nation seeks to position itself as a key beneficiary of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Authored by Dr Adesuwa Erediauwa of the Nigerian Institute of…
In a poignant statement released on Sunday to mark Father’s Day, Ondo State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr Kayode Ajulo (SAN), extended tributes not only to his late father, Chief Solomon Ajulo, but also to national figures including President Bola Tinubu and Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Ajulo described President Tinubu as “the father of…
An All Progressives Congress (APC) gathering in the North-East to endorse President Bola Tinubu for a second term erupted into chaos after key party stakeholders allegedly refused to endorse Vice President Kashim Shettima alongside the president. A video circulated by AIT on Sunday depicted party members in a state of heated tension as the event…
George Onafowokan, Managing Director of Coleman Wires and Cables, has praised the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu, describing them as bold corrective measures that have started to reposition Nigeria’s economy on a sustainable growth trajectory. In remarks released on Sunday, Onafowokan acknowledged that the past year had been particularly challenging for the private sector….
Rising political tension in Nigeria’s Osun State has prompted a senior member of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to appeal to President Bola Tinubu for urgent intervention following a contentious court decision affecting local council leadership. Mr Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, a former legislator and influential APC figure, expressed alarm over the brewing conflict triggered by…
President Bola Tinubu has hailed retired General Abdulsalami Abubakar for his unwavering commitment to democracy and peace, as the former Nigerian leader celebrated his 83rd birthday on Sunday. In a heartfelt statement released by the Presidency, Tinubu recognised General Abubakar’s instrumental role in shaping Nigeria’s democratic landscape, particularly his decision to hand over power to…
The Police Command in Ebonyi on Sunday, arrested one Chibuzor Nworie, over alleged robbery at Onuebonyi Junction in Abakaliki Local Government Area of the state. SP Joshua Ukandu, Spokesman of the command in a statement said the arrest took place in the early hours of Sunday. Ukandu explained that the suspect was apprehended after the…
