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Former Oyo State First Lady and ambassador-designate to Austria, Florence Ajimobi, has denied allegations linking her to financial inducements aimed at influencing members of the Oyo State House of Assembly to impeach Governor Seyi Makinde. In a statement issued by her media office, Ajimobi described the claims as false, baseless, and a deliberate attempt to tarnish her reputation and mislead the public. Her response follows earlier denials by some lawmakers, […]

The Federal High Court has granted bail to former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai. El-Rufai had been in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over allegations of corrupt practices linked to his tenure as governor. The development was disclosed on Tuesday by political commentator Imran Wakili via a post on X. The former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory is currently facing trial over […]

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has fixed April 22, 2026, for the hearing of two appeals filed by a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party led by Kabiru Turaki. The date was set by a five-member panel of the court headed by Justice Mohammed Garba during proceedings on Tuesday. The apex court granted an accelerated hearing of the appeals, including a request to abridge the time for filing processes. It […]

The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has sought royal blessings from the Ooni of Ife ahead of the August 15, 2026, governorship election. During a visit to the monarch’s palace, Oyebamiji said his ambition is driven by service, accountability, and a commitment to the development of Osun State. He pledged not to betray the trust of the people and promised to work diligently […]

Four members of the Oyo State House of Assembly have denied any involvement in an alleged plot to impeach Governor Seyi Makinde, describing the claims as false and politically motivated. The lawmakers — Deputy Speaker, Hon. Abiodun Mohammed Fadeyi; Chief Whip, Hon. Gbenga Joseph Oyekola; Hon. Sunkanmi Babalola, representing Egbeda State Constituency; and Hon. Saminu Riliwanu Gbadamosi, representing Atisbo/Saki-East Constituency — reaffirmed their loyalty to the governor and urged residents […]

Popular Nollywood actor, Rotimi Salami, has been hospitalised following a serious health scare. The actor shared the update via his social media page, posting a photo of himself on a hospital bed and revealing that he narrowly escaped death within the past 48 hours. Reflecting on the experience, Salami expressed gratitude for surviving the ordeal, attributing his recovery to divine intervention. He also admitted that the intense physical and emotional […]

The Federal Government has indicated plans to pursue cheaper financing options and stronger international financial support as rising geopolitical tensions continue to put pressure on Nigeria’s economy. This comes ahead of the upcoming IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings 2026 in Washington, DC, where Nigerian officials are expected to engage with global financial institutions, investors, and development partners. According to government officials, the global economic environment has become increasingly uncertain […]

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has introduced the Mini-Grid Regulations 2026, establishing a structured framework to guide the development, operation, and oversight of mini-grid systems across the country. The regulation is designed to expand electricity access, particularly in underserved and unserved communities, while promoting safety standards, fair pricing, and investor confidence in the sector. Under the new guidelines, mini-grids with a capacity above 100 kilowatts are required to obtain […]

A tragic incident has claimed the life of a young Ghanaian footballer, Dominic Frimpong, following an armed robbery attack on his team while returning from an away match. Frimpong, who played for Berekum Chelsea FC, was part of a squad travelling back after a league fixture when their bus was ambushed by heavily armed assailants. The attackers, described as masked men carrying guns and assault rifles, reportedly opened fire on […]