The Governor of Bayelsa State, Douye Diri, has announced the arrest of those involved in the abduction of Justice Ebiyerin Omukoro of the State High Court, lauding the efforts of security forces for the safe rescue of the judge. Justice Omukoro was kidnapped in Yenagoa on 21 June and held for nearly two weeks. Following…
A Nigerian Federal High Court has ruled that former Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam and his former finance commissioner, Omadachi Oklobia, must stand trial for their alleged involvement in the misappropriation of ₦3.1 billion (approx. $2 million USD), marking a significant development in one of the country’s long-running political corruption cases. Delivering his ruling in…
Lesetja Kganyago, South African Reserved Bank (SARB) governor said U.S. tariffs on South Africa could cause around 100,000 job losses, with the agriculture and automotive sectors hardest-hit. Kganyago told local radio station 702 that the impact of the 30 per cent tariff, which Africa’s biggest economy faces from August 1, could cause significant damage to…
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has described late former President Muhammadu Buhari as a man whose life was marked by integrity, discipline, and an enduring love for Nigeria. Buhari, who passed away in a London hospital after a brief illness, leaves behind what the Governor called an “indelible mark” on the nation’s history. In…
Former Vice President of Nigeria, Namadi Sambo, has praised Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf for his remarkable commitment to revitalising the state’s infrastructure. The commendation came during a condolence visit to the governor in Kano, following the passing of respected industrialist and community leader, Alhaji Aminu Dantata. Sambo’s comments were shared in a statement by…
Dr Sani Shinkafi, a prominent member of Nigeria’s All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara, has dismissed claims of leaving the party, despite recently appearing alongside Governor Dauda Lawal to inaugurate key projects in the state. Speaking to reporters in Gusau on Sunday, Shinkafi clarified: “Yes, I was invited by Governor Lawal, together with former President…
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has inaugurated a ₦16 billion flyover and underpass project in Lafia, the capital of Nasarawa State, as part of his first official visit to the state since taking office in 2023. The flyover-underpass interchange, covering one kilometre, is the first of several infrastructure projects commissioned during the President’s one-day working visit….
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has vowed that the state will deliver 2.5 million votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections, citing the administration’s impact on regional development and infrastructure. Speaking at a gathering in Okaijesan Town Hall to welcome a wave of defectors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the…
Hearing in the contempt proceeding against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, over alleged disobedience to a Supreme Court judgment was, on Monday, stalled at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The development occured following an oral application by C.E. Odum, who appeared for the applicant, Melrose General Services Limited, seeking an…
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has called for urgent action after 12 of the state’s residents were reportedly killed in a violent ambush in Plateau State while travelling to attend a wedding ceremony. The attack occurred in the Mangu Local Government Area, leaving 12 dead and at least 11 others wounded. The incident has further…
