2027 Lagos Governorship: Muslims Threaten to Withdraw Support Over Non-Muslim Candidates
Muslim Community of Lagos State (MCLS) warns it will not back parties fielding non-Muslim governorship candidates in 2027 Assembly demands religious inclusion in education, political appointments, and compliance with hijab…
Why Murtala Muhammed Was Assassinated — Daughter Aisha Reveals
Aisha Muhammed links her father’s assassination to his modest lifestyle and strict anti-corruption stance General Muhammed avoided motorcades, sirens, and heavy security, living like an ordinary Nigerian Simplicity and principled…
2027: I’ll Run as Presidential Candidate, Not VP — Peter Obi Rejects Subordinate Role
Peter Obi declares intention to seek the ADC presidential ticket for the 2027 general election Says his political ambition is for the top job, firmly ruling out a vice-presidential role…
2027: PDP vows to rebuild party, form alliances to ‘save Nigeria’
PDP leadership says party is strengthening unity ahead of 2027 elections Opposition party signals openness to alliances across political divides APC accused of prioritising politics over governance The Peoples Democratic…
80 Kaduna Worshippers Return Home as Bandit Attack Leaves 86 Still in Captivity
Eighty worshippers escape abduction and return home two weeks after bandit attack in Kajuru, Kaduna State. Eighty-six victims remain in captivity, community leaders appeal for urgent military action. Renewed bandit…
Electoral Reforms Near Finish Line as National Assembly Moves to Restore Confidence
National Assembly to conclude electoral reform bill, lawmakers assure Nigerians ahead of 2027 polls. Stakeholder consultations shape reforms aimed at transparency, credibility and vote integrity. House and Senate harmonising provisions…
Boko Haram Attack Leaves Soldiers Dead as ISWAP Overruns Army Base in Borno
Boko Haram insurgents attack army base in Borno, killing several Nigerian soldiers during a coordinated assault. Gun trucks and armoured vehicles destroyed as ISWAP fighters cart away ammunition in Damboa.…
2027 Polls: Middle Belt youths caution Shari’ah Council over remarks targeting INEC chair
Middle Belt youths warn that comments against the INEC chairman could undermine confidence in the 2027 general elections Group says inflammatory rhetoric risks fuelling political and religious tension ahead of…
FAAC deadlock: States’ rejection of ₦1.9trn stalls January revenue sharing
FAAC revenue distribution for January stalled as states reject ₦1.9trn allocation. States demand higher FAAC payout, citing stronger December 2025 accruals. Delay hits salaries, stalling January payments to public sector…
FG revokes 1,263 mineral licences over annual service fees default
FG revokes 1,263 mineral licences spanning exploration, mining, quarry and small-scale leases for failure to pay annual service fees. Solid Minerals Minister Dele Alake says the revocation targets speculators, opens…