Court Orders Deregistration Of ADC, Accord, Three Others
Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the deregistration of African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four others over failure to meet the constitutional requirements for…
[UPDATED] Nigeria’s Inflation Rises To 15.93% In May
Nigeria’s headline inflation rate rose to 15.93 per cent in May 2026, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) data showed that…
NCR Appoints Oluwatoyin Saraki As Non-Executive Director
NCR Nigeria Plc has announced the appointment of Oluwatoyin Saraki as a Non-Executive Director, according to a statement signed by the Company Secretary, Bernice Anya. Saraki’s appointment, subject to ratification…
FG, States, LGs Share ₦2.26trn April Revenue — FAAC
The Federal Government, States, and the Local Government Councils have shared approximately N2.26 trillion in April 2026 Federation Account Revenue. The income was shared at the May 2026 Federation Account…
[UPDATED] 2027: ADC Announces Ex-Rivers Gov Rotimi Amaechi As Atiku’s Running Mate
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced former Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi as the running mate to its presidential candidate, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, for the 2027 general…
FG Orders Marketers To Increase Cooking Gas Imports To Address Shortfall Nationwide
The Federal Government said it has directed the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) to intensify engagement with gas producers, marketers, and other stakeholders to boost importation of…
FG begins trial of 2nd batch of suspected terrorists in Abuja
The Federal Government, on Monday, began another batch of mass trial of suspected terrorists charged with terrorism-related offences in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the trial,…
Police begin crackdown on covered vehicle number plates in Rivers
The Police Command in Rivers has commenced a statewide enforcement exercise against vehicles with covered, obscured, defaced, unauthorised or unregistered number plates. The command’s spokesperson, ASP Blessing Agabe, disclosed this…
US-Iran deal comes under fire from Israeli ministers, opposition
Israeli figures across the political spectrum on Monday slammed the deal between the United States and Iran to end the Middle East war, including in Lebanon, saying it would not…
Xenophobia: ‘Our artistes’ shows are being cancelled across Africa’ — South African minister
The South African government has expressed concern over the growing economic consequences of xenophobia allegations against the country, saying the backlash is affecting businesses and entertainers across Africa. South Africa’s…
Troops repel Lakurawa terrorists, recover RPGs, explosives in Kebbi
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have repelled an attack by suspected Lakurawa terrorists and recovered rocket-propelled grenade launchers, explosives and other equipment during a clearance operation in Kebbi State. An…
Pentagon chief denies US facing munitions stockpile shortage
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denied that the American military was facing a munitions stockpile shortage, saying on Sunday that it was a “manufactured story” peddled by the media. Hegseth’s…
Iran executed 18 protesters in 2026 – United Nations
Iran has executed at least 40 people, including 18 protesters, on “national security grounds” since the start of 2026, the United Nations said Monday. UN rights chief Volker Turk said…
Israel says won’t withdraw troops from Lebanon, Syria, Gaza
Israel’s defence minister said Monday that Israeli forces would remain in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza indefinitely, hours after the United States and Iran agreed to end the Middle East war,…
Teargassing Sowore, others red flag for Nigeria’s democracy – Deji Adeyanju
By Gabriel Ewepu Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has said that the alleged teargassing of Omoyele Sowore and other protesters on Democracy Day by security agents during a…
Senators unhappy with Akpabio’s leadership style; he sees me as devil — Oshiomhole
Senator Adams Oshiomhole (APC, Edo North) has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of harbouring a bias against him, alleging that the Senate leader is suspicious of his activities and influence…
6.2 Magnitude Quake Strikes Off Southern Philippines
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck off the southern Philippines on Monday, the US Geological Survey said, a week after a stronger quake in the same region killed at least 65…
Peter Vowles Named New British High Commissioner To Nigeria
Peter Vowles has been announced as the new British High Commissioner to Nigeria. His appointment was announced in a statement released by the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office…
It’s A Sad Commentary That Serving, Retired Generals Die In Custody Of Bandits — Mike Ejiofor
Former Director of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mike Ejiofor, has described the death of Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who died in the captivity of bandits, as a…
‘This Is Our Culture’: Japan Fans Clean Up World Cup Stadium
Japan fans left the stands spotless after their World Cup opener against the Netherlands in Texas on Sunday, saying it was “Japanese culture” to tidy up after themselves. Spectators stayed…