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In a move that has further ignited speculation regarding a unified front for 2027, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, National Leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), hosted a high-profile gathering of opposition leaders at his Kano home this Sunday. The Sallah festivities served as the backdrop for a significant meeting between Kwankwaso and several political heavyweights, including: Peter Obi: The 2023 Labour Party presidential contender, who recently transitioned to the […]

The All Progressives Congress has extended warm greetings to Nigerians, particularly the Muslim faithful, on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, calling for renewed commitment to unity, peace, and compassion. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the ruling party encouraged citizens to uphold the values of Ramadan, including charity, obedience, sacrifice, and self-reflection. The party described Eid-el-Fitr as a significant Islamic celebration that marks the end of […]

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, has cautioned political actors against exploiting religion for political advantage ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at his residence in Ibadan during the Eid el-Fitr celebration, the monarch urged Nigerians to move beyond divisive tendencies, stressing that religion should no longer play a role in the country’s political process. According to him, Nigeria’s evolving democratic landscape does not support the manipulation of […]

Nigerians have reacted with widespread anger following the circulation of disturbing videos online showing women being attacked and struggling to escape from men during an alleged event in Ozoro, Delta State. The footage, which has gone viral across social media platforms, depicts multiple women crying out for help while being restrained by groups of men. In some clips, individuals are heard making threatening remarks, suggesting that women in public spaces […]

Residents displaced from Odonget community in Obubra Local Government Area, Cross River State, have accused troops of the Nigerian Army of preventing them from returning to bury relatives killed during a recent clash. The soldiers, drawn from the 13 Brigade and the 245 Battalion in Edor Barracks, were deployed to the area following unrest linked to illegal mining activities. Locals claim that several bodies remain in the community days after […]

Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has assured citizens that electricity supply across the country will improve in the near future as the Federal Government intensifies efforts to resolve gas supply challenges affecting power generation. In a statement released on Thursday to mark the Eid-el-Fitr celebration, Adelabu said recent government interventions are beginning to address the persistent gas constraints that have limited electricity generation nationwide. He noted that concrete measures […]

The Federal Government of Nigeria has entered into a new agreement with the United Kingdom to facilitate the return of Nigerian nationals who have failed to secure asylum, as well as convicted offenders. The development was confirmed by the UK Home Office on Thursday, following President Bola Tinubu’s recent official visit to the UK. Under the agreement, individuals whose asylum applications have been rejected and who have exhausted all legal […]

President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu have returned to Nigeria following a two-day state visit to the United Kingdom. The presidential aircraft touched down on Friday, where the couple was received by top government officials, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The visit, held from March 18 to 19, 2026, marked the first formal state visit by a Nigerian leader to the UK in 37 years, the last occurring […]

It was a vibrant gathering dedicated to celebrating women, their creativity, resilience, and impact on society as the Committed Soul Women Health Advocacy Africa Initiative (COSWOHI) commemorated International Women’s Day in Oyo State. The event, sponsored by the French Embassy in Nigeria, brought together stakeholders, beneficiaries, and advocates to explore the intersection of art, culture, and innovation. Through a series of art exhibitions, the programme highlighted the strength, contributions, and […]

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has urged the Nigeria Police Trust Fund to prioritise welfare interventions for junior-ranked officers, highlighting their crucial role in frontline policing across the country. Disu made the appeal while receiving the Executive Secretary of the Fund, Mohammed Sheidu, alongside members of its Board of Directors during a courtesy visit at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration between the Nigeria […]