20th July 2026 A Federal High Court has granted the President of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) bail in the sum of ₦2 billion following his arraignment over an alleged $2.63 million money laundering case. The defendant, who was charged by the relevant anti-corruption authorities, pleaded not guilty to the allegations…
13th July 2026 Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has publicly declared her intention to contest the governorship of Abia State, confidently telling residents that she believes she is destined to become the state’s next governor. In a video that has since gone viral on social media, the actress addressed Abia people directly, declaring, “Abia, I’m your…
13th July 2026 The Deputy Spokesperson of the House of Representatives has declared that the National Assembly does not require the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu before investigating issues relating to the federal budget, insisting that oversight remains one of the legislature’s constitutional responsibilities. The lawmaker made the remark while addressing growing public debate…
13th July 2026 Lagos politician and African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has announced the death of his mother, a development that has elicited an outpouring of sympathy from political leaders, supporters and Nigerians across the country. Although details surrounding her passing were not immediately disclosed, the news has been met with heartfelt…
13th July 2026 Renowned human rights lawyer and former Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Professor Chidi Anselm Odinkalu, has alleged that Nigeria’s political system has evolved to a point where politicians depend more on judicial decisions than on the electorate to secure and retain power. Odinkalu made the remark while commenting on…
13th July 2026 The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has commended the outcome of the recently concluded local government elections in the state, describing the exercise as a major demonstration of the party’s growing political strength and grassroots acceptance. Party leaders, while reacting to the election results, expressed satisfaction with the…
13th July 2026 Presidential hopeful and former African Action Congress (AAC) candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has vowed to make education free across all levels in Nigeria if elected president in the 2027 general election. Sowore made the promise while speaking on his vision for Nigeria’s education sector, arguing that access to quality education should be regarded…
13th July 2026 Former Minister of Science and Technology, Professor Barth Nnaji, has pleaded not guilty to allegations of certificate forgery brought against him before a Nigerian court. Nnaji, who appeared in court alongside other defendants, denied all the charges when they were read to him. Following his plea, the trial judge granted him bail…
10th July 2026 Residents of Edo State have been advised to restrict their movements on Saturday as the Nigeria Police Force, in collaboration with other security agencies, announced comprehensive security measures ahead of the state’s local government elections. The police said the temporary movement restriction is aimed at ensuring a peaceful, orderly and credible electoral…
10th July 2026 Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) 2027 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed agreement with the position of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, that President Bola Tinubu has done what is constitutionally expected of him as Commander-in-Chief by directing the nation’s security agencies. However, Obi…
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