Court Nullifies NDC Registration Judgment, Orders Fresh Hearing
A Federal High Court in Lokoja, Kogi State, has set aside its earlier judgment directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a political party, ordering that the case be heard afresh. Delivering the ruling on Friday, Justice Isah Dashen held that the December 10, 2025 judgment was […]
Peller Fires Back at Rapper Ycee Over Criticism
Nigerian TikTok personality Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja also known as Peller has responded to criticism from rapper Oludemilade Martin Alejo also known as Ycee, describing the music star as a “very anyhow OG” after the rapper questioned the quality of his online content. The exchange follows comments made by Ycee during an appearance on the Afropolitan […]
NDLEA Destroys Cannabis Farms in Adamawa
Adamawa State has recorded a new dimension in illicit drug activities, with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) confirming the discovery and destruction of three cannabis plantations across the state. The Adamawa State Commander of the NDLEA, Aliyu Abubakar, disclosed this on Friday during an event marking the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse […]
Court Sentences Boko Haram Member to Death
A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced a convicted Boko Haram member, Alkali Yarima, also known as La’ari, to death by hanging for his role in the 2015 terrorist attacks on Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. Delivering judgment on Friday, Justice James Omotosho found Yarima guilty on a seven-count terrorism charge filed by the […]
NFF, NSC Set Up Welfare Committee for Super Falcons
The National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) have established a welfare committee for the Super Falcons ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The committee is tasked with ensuring a smooth and successful campaign for the Nigerian women’s national team during the tournament. NFF Executive Board member Aisha […]
Appeal Court Adjourns ADC Deregistration Case to July 7
The Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal has adjourned the hearing of an appeal challenging the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties to July 7, 2026. The matter, initially scheduled for hearing on June 25, was postponed to allow parties in the case to file and exchange their […]
Amotekun Rescues Eight Kidnap Victims in Ondo
Eight kidnapped persons have been rescued by operatives of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, popularly known as Amotekun, following an operation against their abductors in Ondo State. The State Commander of Amotekun, Akogun Adeleye, disclosed this in a statement, noting that all the victims were freed without the payment of any ransom. According to […]
Several Feared Trapped as Building Collapses in Lagos
Several people are feared trapped after a three-storey building collapsed in the Alakija area of Lagos State on Thursday. The incident occurred in the early hours of the day, although authorities had yet to confirm the number of people affected at the time of reporting. Emergency responders were mobilised to the scene as efforts intensified […]
BREAKING…..CBN Orders Freeze of Terrorism-Linked Accounts
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed banks, payment service banks, and other financial institutions to immediately freeze accounts, assets, and transactions linked to individuals and Bureau de Change (BDC) operators designated for terrorism financing. The directive was issued in a circular dated June 24, 2026, referencing an update to the Nigeria Sanctions List […]
Kebbi Govt Rejects Maidoki’s APC Ticket Claim
The Kebbi State Government has dismissed allegations by Senator Garba Musa Maidoki that he was denied the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket for re-election because of his criticism of insecurity in the state. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Nasir Idris, Ahmed Idris, described the claim as misleading and […]
