When the world of Nigerian football lost two of its most cherished elders within a single week, the grief was palpable across the nation. On Saturday, March 14, former international and 1980 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) champion Henry Nwosu slipped away at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) in Ikeja,...
The big picture: Why this convention matters
From Friday, 27 March to Saturday, 28 March, the Eagle Square in Abuja will host one of the most consequential gatherings in Nigeria’s contemporary politics – the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Convention.
32 of the country’s 36 governors will be on the floor, alongside over 8,000 delegates representing every state and the Federal Capital...
In a developing story that has captured public attention across the South-East, the Abia State Government has issued a comprehensive statement addressing the recent arrest of Staff Sergeant Amoke Simon of the Nigerian Army — a soldier only days earlier received by Governor Alex Otti and promised medical support...
Nashville is mourning the unthinkable loss of Oluwalayomi Fadero, a bright 23-year-old Nigerian graduate whose life was tragically cut short in a devastating hit-and-run incident. What began as a stolen vehicle pursuit escalated into a harrowing high-speed chase, culminating in a head-on collision that claimed an innocent life and...
The political and legal landscape in Nigeria is set for a significant moment today as the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) prepares to arraign former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, before a Federal High Court in Kaduna.
This long-awaited development comes after weeks of mounting...
Another day, another damning report. This time, it’s the latest Global Terrorism Index (GTI), and the figures for Nigeria are not just alarming; they are a deafening alarm bell signaling a profound national crisis.
The grim details are these: Nigeria has recorded the highest global increase in terrorism-related deaths in a single...
In a powerful and timely statement, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat—represented by AU Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa and the Sahel, Mohamed Ibn Chambas (referred to in reports as Youssouf)—has strongly condemned recent acts of terrorism in Nigeria, describing them as grave...
The war between Israel and Iran has entered its 19th day, and with each passing hour, the conflict expands, drawing in new actors and threatening to ignite a broader regional conflagration. What began as a direct confrontation is now a multi-front crisis, spilling across borders, shaking international alliances, and...
In a powerful display of unity, hope, and democratic affirmation, Professor Chukwuma Soludo was yesterday sworn in for a second term as Governor of Anambra State during a historic inauguration ceremony at the newly refurbished Dr. Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka.
Draped in the vibrant spirit of the Ndi Anambra,...
For a moment, it seemed like the tide was turning. The northeastern Nigerian city of Maiduguri, the very birthplace of the Boko Haram insurgency, had begun to taste a fragile peace. The relentless violence that had defined daily life for over a decade had been pushed to the rural...
In a devastating incident over western Iraq, a United States Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker crashed on Thursday during a military operation, marking the latest loss in an escalating regional conflict. The crash, which involved at least five crew members, has triggered urgent search and rescue operations amid growing concern...
The normally serene community of Agamo in Ondo State has been plunged into mourning and disbelief following the horrific assassination of its revered traditional ruler, Oba Kehinde Jacob Falodun, on the evening of February 18, 2024. What began as an ordinary day ended in bloodshed, trauma, and national outrage...
As Nigeria inches closer to the 2027 general elections, the call for a credible, transparent, and trustworthy electoral process has never been louder. In a powerful address to staff of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, the Commission’s Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan (SAN), has...
Abuja, Nigeria – In a significant development for Nigeria’s security architecture, newly sworn-in Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Disu, has officially declared that “state police has come to stay,” signaling the Nigerian Police Force’s full embrace of the long-debated initiative. Speaking moments after his swearing-in ceremony on Wednesday...
In a decisive move to safeguard its citizens, the Ondo State Government has issued a strong directive to all security agencies: step up operations and clamp down on kidnapping syndicates operating within the state.
This firm stance was announced in an official statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and...
In a high-stakes diplomatic exchange, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has pledged to do “everything possible” to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens and institutions in Iran, following a sudden surge in military tensions between Tehran and a US-Israeli coalition. The assurance came during a phone call on...
At a major Citizens’ Town Hall over the weekend, the new Chairman of Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, set the stage for the 2027 general elections with a message that was both assuring and soberingly realistic.
The event, tagged ‘Electoral Act 2026: What it means for...
In a bold step towards safeguarding public trust and upholding justice, the Ondo State Police Command has arrested six men accused of posing as pastors and carrying out an elaborate scheme of spiritual deception and financial fraud in the Idanre community.
The suspects—identified only by their surnames as Fadahunsi, Kolade,...
Adamawa State was struck by tragedy on Tuesday as gunmen carried out coordinated attacks that left at least 25 people dead, marking one of the deadliest incidents in the region this year. The violence underscores persistent security gaps and growing humanitarian challenges in Nigeria’s troubled northeast.
Market Massacre and Military...
In a closely watched legal proceeding at the Federal High Court in Abuja, Justice Joyce Obehi Abdulmalik has rejected a bail application sought on behalf of former Kaduna State Governor and erstwhile Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nasir El-Rufai, describing the request as “immature” given the current stage...
In a significant development for Nigeria’s law enforcement leadership, President Bola Tinubu has appointed Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) Tunji Disu as Acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP) with immediate effect. This decision comes in the wake of the resignation of former IGP Kayode Egbetokun, whose tenure, which began in...
In an incident that serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life on the road, a mother and her young son narrowly escaped death after their Lexus SUV somersaulted multiple times at the NYSC bus stop in Lagos.
According to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), the...
Another day, another heartbreaking headline from Lagos roads. This time, the grim reaper visited the bustling Badagry Roundabout on Monday morning, claiming three lives in a brutal and sudden accident that has left a community in mourning and raised urgent questions about road safety.
Tragedy struck at approximately 9 am...
Former Abuja Governor Malam Abubakar El‑Rufai, through his senior counsel Oluwole Iyamu, SAN, has filed a high‑profile civil suit challenging the validity of a search warrant issued on 4 February 2025 by the Chief Magistrate of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Magistrate’s Court.
The suit, lodged on 20 February 2025, names the Independent Corrupt Practices and Contributory Offences Commission (ICPC) as the first respondent and...
Temporary relief proved elusive for former Kaduna State Governor and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mallam Nasiru El-Rufai, as his release from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) late Tuesday night was swiftly followed by his arrest by the Independent Corrupt Practices and...
The Nigerian Senate chamber on Tuesday was a tableau of modern democracy in its rawest form: intense debate, procedural brinkmanship, closed-door huddles, and a dramatic, public division of votes. Against this backdrop of friction, the National Assembly finally passed the 2022 Electoral Amendment Bill for a third reading, adopting a version...
When violence erupts in one corner of Nigeria, its shockwaves rarely stay there. The recent terrorist assault on the Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area (LGA) of Kwara State is a stark reminder of how insecurity, displacement, and loss can reverberate far beyond the immediate scene of carnage.
Below, I piece...
On Monday the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Abuja announced that roughly 100 United States military personnel and their associated equipment have arrived at Bauchi Airfield. The deployment is being billed as the latest concrete step in an expanding defence cooperation agreement between Nigeria and the United States. While the headlines focus on...
For centuries, the milky, life-giving waters of the Matan Fadan River have whispered stories of peace, community, and incredible feats of strength. This year, those waters roared back to life with a vibrant, defiant energy. Thousands of fishermen, their bodies gleaming under the scorching 39°C (102°F) sun, converged on...
A tense scene unfolded at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Wednesday, as security agents allegedly attempted to detain former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, upon his return from a trip to Cairo, Egypt.
According to a statement by his media aide, Muyiwa Adekeye, operatives approached El-Rufai...
When a regional airline adds a fresh aircraft to its roster, it’s more than a simple purchase—it’s a signal of ambition, confidence, and a promise of better service for the passengers who rely on it. This week, Enugu Air, the fledgling carrier owned by the Enugu State Government, announced that...
On the outskirts of Ogbomoso, a once‑grand residence sits hidden beneath a tangle of vines and scrub. For decades, the estate of the late Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola—the last Premier of the Western Region and a towering figure in Nigeria’s early post‑independence politics—has lain abandoned, its walls bearing the scars of...
The Nigerian music industry has been abuzz with a heated debate that has been making waves on social media and within music circles. The comparison between Afrobeats star Wizkid and the late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti has sparked a lot of discussion, with many weighing in on the matter....
1. The horror that unfolded in Kwara
On February 1, 2026, a coordinated assault ripped through the town of Woro in Kaiama Local Government Area (LGA) of Kwara State. According to local officials and civil‑society monitors, more than 160 people were killed and scores remain missing. The victims, overwhelmingly Christian villagers, were attacked by armed groups identified by survivors...
In a recent radio interview, US President Donald Trump sparked controversy by labeling Nigeria "a disgrace" and threatening to take military action against Islamist militants in the country. Trump's comments were made in response to the ongoing violence against Christian communities in Nigeria, which he claims the government is...
On 4 February 2026 the office of Nnamdi Kanu, the charismatic and controversial leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), lodged a notice of appeal with the Court of Appeal in Abuja.
The document asks the appellate court to quash both the conviction and every sentence handed down by the Federal High Court (FHC) in the case FHC/ABJ/CR/383/2015....
On the bustling streets of Onitsha’s Main Market, the hum of commerce was once again interrupted by a political debate that has been echoing across the South‑East for months: should the state enforce a full‑day trading ban every Monday?
Last Friday, the Ebonyi Town Union (ETU) in Anambra State took...
The tragic and untimely death of Uchenna Okirie, affectionately known as “Common Man,” has left a profound void in the lives of those who knew him. A Nigerian national studying in the United Kingdom, Okirie was stabbed to death in his student apartment in Norwich in November 2025, sparking...
In a striking political commentary that has sent ripples across Kano State and Nigeria’s broader political landscape, former Governor of Kano State and National Leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has issued a bold warning to Governor Abba Yusuf: his defection to the...
A courtroom in London has become the unlikely stage for a saga of oil, opulence, and alleged corruption that cuts to the heart of Nigeria’s political and economic challenges. At the center of the drama: Diezani Alison-Madueke, a once-powerful Nigerian oil minister accused of accepting bribes in exchange for...
When a man from a modest Igbo community in Anambra State posted a tear‑stained video on Instagram, the clip instantly went viral. Kingsley Ughelumba, father of Premier League defender Calvin Bassey, begged for the chance to see his four sons again after an 18‑year separation. “I am dying in silence,” he...
In a dramatic shift from its earlier stance, the Nigerian military has confirmed that a high-level investigation has linked 16 detained officers to an attempted coup aimed at toppling the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The revelation, made public yesterday by the Director of Defence Information, Major-General Samaila...
In a dramatic turn of events that underscores both the dangers faced by Nigerian law enforcement and the resilience of security operatives, the Oyo State Police Command confirmed on Sunday the killing of a police inspector during a daring rescue mission to save a kidnap victim in the Oyo...
In the quiet village of Kurmin Wali, nestled 135 kilometers north of Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, the walls of the Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church still bear the scars of a harrowing Sunday morning. For 60-year-old Sarah Peter—whose real name remains hidden, like the identities of many survivors—the memory of...
In a move that has sent shockwaves through global diplomacy, President Donald Trump has plunged NATO into an unprecedented crisis by threatening new tariffs against key allies—Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and others—over his controversial push to acquire Greenland. This Arctic island, a semi-autonomous Danish territory, has become a flashpoint in...
A late-night gathering turned deadly in the city of Pune, India, as two Nigerian men have been arrested in connection with the alleged beating to death of their compatriot, Emeka Christian, in what police say stemmed from a dispute over a romantic relationship.
Chukwudi Okafor, 31, and Samuel Eze, 34,...
Beyond the legal and constitutional debates, there is a devastating human cost. The climate of heightened enforcement has created fear and tension across the country. This anxiety boiled over into tragedy following the death of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother of three who was shot dead in her...
1. The Arrest that Stopped a Suicide Bomber in His Tracks
On Monday, 30 November 2025, the 152 Task Force Battalion of the Joint Task Force North‑East (JTF‑NE) – working hand‑in‑hand with other security agencies – detained Abubakar Mustapha in Banki town, Bama LGA, Borno State.
What was found? A cache of primed IED components – the kind of “ready‑to‑blow” material that...
Lagos is always busy. The sprawling megacity, home to over 20 million people, hums with a relentless energy that pulses through its traffic-clogged streets, bustling markets, and 24-hour nightlife. But when December rolls around, something shifts. The city doesn’t just wake up — it explodes.
Welcome to Detty December, Nigeria’s answer...
In a landmark judgment, a Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja has convicted and sentenced the provost of Adonai Advanced Institute of Management, Samson Orijugo, to three years' imprisonment for forgery. The court found Orijugo guilty of forging a notification of result on the letterhead of Lagos State...
A shocking and disturbing incident has unfolded in Edo State, Nigeria, where a man identified as Osemudiamen has confessed to killing his sister's baby while under the influence of alcohol and a hard substance. The tragic event has sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the dangers of substance abuse...
In a powerful affirmation of excellence, innovation, and Pan-African resilience, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has once again risen to the pinnacle of the continent’s financial sector. At the prestigious Banker.com 2025 Bank of the Year Awards, hosted at the luxurious Peninsula Hotel in London, UBA was named African Bank of the...
In a dramatic turn of events, President Bola Tinubu has formally asked the Nigerian Senate for permission to send troops to the neighboring Republic of Benin. The request, read aloud on the floor of the National Assembly by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, is framed as a “peace mission” in response to a failed coup attempt against Benin’s...
The world of finance is rapidly evolving, with technology promising greater accessibility and efficiency. However, as Senator Adams Oshiomhole of Edo North recently highlighted, this digital revolution comes with its own set of significant risks. His personal experience with hacked Opay and MonePoint accounts has brought a stark reality...
The headlines scream, yet again, a chilling reality that has become far too familiar across Nigeria. In a single day, no fewer than 19 persons have been abducted by gunmen across Rivers and Imo states, painting a stark picture of escalating insecurity that demands urgent and decisive action. This...
Abubakar exits on ‘health grounds,’ forcing President Tinubu to fast-track a critical replacement as the nation grapples with severe insecurity.
The security landscape of Nigeria took an abrupt turn this week following the sudden resignation of the Minister of Defence, Badaru Abubakar. Citing immediate health concerns, Abubakar, who has served...
