Politics

Between May and September 2023, the Nigerian government spent substantial sums totaling over N1.7 billion on foreign currencies—specifically $4.4 million and €1.2 million—for the foreign trips of President Muhammadu Buhari, Vice President Bola Tinubu, and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu. This information, sourced from GovSpend.ng, a platform managed by BudgIT Foundation, highlights significant expenditures during a…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) of Nigeria has proposed a comprehensive Drug Integrity Test initiative aimed at promoting an anti-drug culture across the country. This initiative is set to encompass various segments of society, including secondary school students, prospective university students, employees in both public and private sectors, individuals seeking political offices, and…

President Bola Tinubu has given the green light for Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport in Ibadan, Oyo State, to be upgraded to an international airport, marking a significant step towards enhancing economic growth and regional connectivity.Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State made this announcement during a visit by Air Marshal Hassan Baba Abubakar, Chief of Air…

The trial of 20 former leaders of the Petroleum Tanker Drivers branch of the Nigerian Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) began at the FCT High Court. They face charges including attempted murder, breach of peace, and assault. The defendants, including former national chairman Lucky Osesua, were arraigned before Justice Yusuf Halilu under…

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police have apprehended members of a kidnapping syndicate responsible for the abduction of 17 individuals from housing estates in Abuja. The incident, which occurred in December 2023, involved armed men dressed in military attire who targeted residents in the Dei-Dei area. The Commissioner of Police, Benneth Igweh, disclosed that among…

The Southern Governors Forum, under the leadership of newly elected chairman Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, has reiterated its call for the implementation of state and community policing to address the escalating security challenges in Nigeria. This demand was emphasized during their recent meeting in Abeokuta, where governors from 17 states endorsed the establishment…

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Olatunji Bello as the new head of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), pending confirmation by the Senate. Bello, a seasoned professional with extensive experience in law, administration, and journalism, previously served as the Secretary to the Lagos State Government. The announcement was made through a statement issued…

Protesters gathered outside the Nigeria High Commission in London to demand a thorough investigation into the death of Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, a Nigerian musician. Mohbad, aged 27 and formerly signed to Naira Marley’s record label, Marlian Music, passed away on September 12 under controversial circumstances, prompting widespread outcry and calls for justice….

Suspected Boko Haram militants have carried out a daring abduction of Justice Haruna Mshelia, a High Court Judge, along with his wife, driver, and security escort in Borno State, Nigeria. The incident occurred on Monday as they were traveling on the Biu to Maiduguri road. According to sources familiar with the area, the abduction took…