Labour Party
Why Peter Obi, Kwankwaso didn’t join PRP — Baba-Ahmed
The National Chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has explained why former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and ex-presidential ...
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Why Peter Obi, Kwankwaso didn’t join PRP — Baba-Ahmed
The National Chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has explained why former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and ex-presidential ...
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Justice James Omotosho
Court jails ex-Power minister Mamman 75 years for fraud
ustice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court on Wednesday sentenced former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to 75 years’ imprisonment in absentia over a N33.8bn money laundering and fraud case instituted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.
Pastor Ajiboye
Pastor bags life jail for sexually assaulting minors in Kwara
A Kwara State High Court sitting in Ilorin the state capital has sentenced the General Overseer of the Mission House of Divine Land of Joy and Prayer Ministry, Pastor Ajiboye ...
ADC
Mark-led ADC survives as S’Court voids Ibadan PDP convention
The Supreme Court on Thursday delivered two major judgments that dramatically reshaped the internal leadership battles in the African Democratic Congress and the People’s Democratic Party.
House of Representatives
Reps pass 50-year national plan bill through second reading
The House of Representatives on Wednesday debated the general principles of a Bill for an Act to establish a 50-year national economic plan for the country.
President Bola Tinubu
FULL LIST: US lawmakers propose stricter conditions on Nigeria financial aid
The US House Appropriations Committee has passed provisions in its annual State Department funding bill that impose stricter oversight and conditions on financial assistance to Nigeria.
ADC
2027 election: ADC, PDP await crucial S’Court verdict today
The Supreme Court is set to deliver judgment today on the leadership disputes in the African Democratic Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party, a decision that could redefine both opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.
President Bola Tinubu
VIDEO: ‘I won’t be forced out’, Tinubu insists insecurity won’t end his presidency
President Bola Tinubu has declared that he will seek a second term in office, insisting that rising insecurity in parts of the country will not force him out of power.
US
Trump holds machine gun in bizarre ‘no more Mr Nice Guy’ threat to Iran
Donald Trump has shared a photo of himself with a gun, saying "no more Mr Nice guy".
Borno State
Borno gov did not endorse ex-commissioner for gov’ship — Aide
The Special Adviser on Media and Spokesperson to the Borno State Governor, Dauda Illiya, has dismissed reports claiming Governor Babagana Zulum endorsed his immediate ....
Oluwaseun Faleye
Taking employees’ compensation scheme to governors
When Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye assumed duties as the Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund on July 15, 2024, it was clear that a new dawn had arrived for the fund.
Yobe State
Yobe approves N59.8bn road, other projects
The Yobe State Executive Council has ratified N59.8 billion to fast-track the execution of viable projects and services earlier approved by the state government.
Oluremi Tinubu
Oluremi Tinubu to unveil FG industrialisation programme in Kano
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, is set to launch Energise Commercialisation Now, a Federal Government innovation and industrialisation initiative, in Kano on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
Nyesom Wike
Wike slams Atiku, says 2027 presidency not available
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Thursday launched a rebuke on former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, describing him as a serial failure and dismissing his criticisms of the current administration.
INEC
CSO protests Osun INEC staff redeployment, petitions Amupitan
A civil society group, the Coalition of Concerned Nigerian Citizens, on Thursday held a peaceful protest against the alleged mass redeployment of staff
Borno state
Terrorists kill Nigerian brigadier general – AFP report
Terrorists in northeast Nigeria killed a brigadier general in an assault on a military base, a local government chairman told AFP on Thursday, the second killing of a high-ranking officer in five months.
Governor Seyi Makinde
2027 alignment: Wike-backed PDP fumes over Makinde-ADC alliance plans
The Peoples Democratic Party bloc, backed by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, held a meeting on Wednesday with former Senate President David Mark and ex-Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola of the African Democratic Congress, as part of a political realignment for the 2027 election.
Rabiu Kwankwaso
OccupyINEC: Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso, others join ADC rally over INEC decisions
Leaders and members of the African Democratic Congress joined a large demonstration in Abuja on Wednesday, protesting decisions by the Independent National Electoral Commission that they said undermined democracy and the party’s internal leadership.
United States
Both sides claim victory after US, Iran agree to 11th-hour truce
The United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire barely an hour before President Donald Trump’s Wednesday deadline to obliterate the country, triggering global relief alongside apprehension.
Katsina State
Police arrest armed robbers, recover toy pistol in Oyo
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has joined Nigerians in celebrating the 2026 National Police Day, recognising the relentless sacrifice and dedication of officers of the Force.
President Buhari
Late President Buhari’s son, Yusuf, set to run for House of Reps
The only son of late President Buhari, Yusuf, has declared interest in running for the House of Representatives seat in the 2027 poll.
Oyo State
Police arrest suspect linked to Oyo kidnap syndicate
The Oyo State Police Command has arrested an additional suspect linked to a kidnapping syndicate earlier apprehended with an AK-47 rifle in Ikoyi-Ile, as part of ongoing efforts to curb violent crimes in the state.
INEC
FG budgets N135bn for 2027 election lawsuits
The Federal Government has proposed N135.22bn in the 2026 budget for what it described as “Electoral Adjudication and Post Election Provision,” pointing to a fresh multi-billion-naira commitment to managing disputes and obligations that typically trail Nigeria’s elections.
United States
US-based businessman declares for Reps on ADC platform in Ebonyi
A United States-based businessman and certified financial expert, Chief Agwu Ama Agwu, has pitched his tent with the African Democratic Congress...
Peter Obi
Dele Momodu warns against one-party rule
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, Dele Momodu, has warned against attempts to turn Nigeria into a one-party state...
Ogun State
Tinubu hails Gbenga Daniel at 70, recounts 1999 support
President Bola Tinubu on Monday celebrated former Ogun State governor, Gbenga Daniel, on his 70th birthday...
Atiku Abubakar
Atiku hires US lobbying firm for $1.2m to boost reputation
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has engaged a Washington-based lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C., in a $1.2 million deal
INEC
2027 elections: Political storm brews over PVC revalidation
Abdulrahman Zakariyau, Adebayo Folorunsho-Francis, Solomon Odeniyi and Deborah Musa
President Bola Tinubu
Tinubu okays N3.3tn to clear power sector debts, improve electricity
President Bola Tinubu has approved a ₦3.3 trillion payment plan aimed at resolving long-standing debts in Nigeria’s power sector
President Donald Trump
Trump says two US airmen rescued in Iran
President Donald Trump said on Sunday that US forces had safely recovered a second airman downed in Iran...
Caleb Mutfwang
Governor Mutfwang defends staying in an armoured vehicle to speak to Jos residents after Palm Sunday attack that claimed 28 lives
Caleb Mutfwang, governor of Plateau state, has defended his use of an armoured personnel carrier during a visit to Angwan Rukuba in Jos north
Labour Party
‘Don’t vote for me’ - Obi uses Tinubu’s campaign promise against him as power crisis in Nigeria worsens
Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised President Bola Tinubu over Nigeria’s worsening electricity crisis
SOURCE: NEWMUSK
Gunmen attack Zamfara governor’s chief of staff
Gunmen suspected to be bandits opened fire on the convoy of the Chief of Staff to the Zamfara State Governor...
Abia State
Mutilated bodies of 6 young girls reportedly discovered on farmland in Abia community
Mutilated bodies of six young girls were discovered on a farmland in Akirika Ukwu...
U.S
President Trump says Iran's new leader has asked for a ceasefire
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Iran's new leadership is requesting a ceasefire.
FG
FG declares public holidays for Easter celebration
The Federal Government has declared Friday, 3rd, and Monday, 6th April 2026, as public holidays...
ONDO STATE
Amotekun arrests 35 suspected criminals across Ondo State
The parade took place on Monday, March 30, at the Amotekun headquarters in Akure, Ondo state.
President Bola Tinubu’
Senate approves Tinubu’s $6bn loan request
The Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to secure fresh external loans totalling $6 billion, aimed at plugging fiscal gaps and financing key infrastructure projects.
Christ Apostolic church
CHRISTIANS IN ADO-ODO/OTA LAUD ABIODUN’S FAIR, INCLUSIVE POLICY
Christian worshippers in Ota Local Government have lauded Governor Dapo Abiodun’s fair and inclusive policy which has once again been demonstrated with the recent distribution of Rice in the area.
babir
Former presidential aide, Bashir Ahmad, calls for arrest and investigation of US Missionary Alex Babir hours after he shared a video calling out President Tinubu
Former presidential aide, Bashir Ahmad, calls for arrest and investigation of US Missionary Alex Babir hours after he shared a video calling out President Tinubu
ADC
Kwankwaso to join ADC on Monday
The Kwankwasiyya Movement has announced that its leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, will be joining the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking a significant development in Nigeria’s political landscape.