Kwara South APC Backs Yahaya Seriki for Governor
Chairmen of the All Progressives Congress (APC) across the seven local government areas in Kwara South Senatorial District have endorsed Ambassador Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki as the party’s preferred governorship candidate for the 2027 election in Kwara State. The endorsement was announced in a statement issued on Tuesday after a meeting of the party leaders in […]
Suswam Defeats Udende in Benue APC Primary
Former Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Benue North-East Senatorial District after defeating incumbent Senator Emmanuel Udende in the party’s primary election. The results of the senatorial primaries were announced on Tuesday at the APC secretariat in Makurdi by the Chairman of the National Assembly […]
BREAKING….. EFCC Arrests Ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, following his conviction and sentencing by a Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged financial misconduct during his tenure in office. EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede confirmed on Tuesday that Mamman was apprehended around 3:30 a.m. in Kaduna during an operation […]
Imo Communities Protest Rising Insecurity, Kidnappings
Three communities in Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State Ezi-Obodo, Ezi-Okele, and Ihiagwa on Tuesday staged a peaceful protest over rising insecurity, including reported cases of kidnappings and killings allegedly linked to herdsmen operating in the area. Residents, including youths, women, elders, and community leaders, marched through major roads within the communities carrying […]
Kalu Promises More Projects After Abia North Primary Win
Former Abia State Governor and Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has pledged to intensify development efforts in the district following his victory in the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary ahead of the 2027 general elections. Kalu secured a landslide win in the direct primary, polling 65,651 votes to defeat his closest rival, […]
El-Rufai Trial Continues Over Alleged NSA Call Interception
The trial of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai continued on Tuesday at the Federal High Court in Abuja, where the prosecution presented evidence relating to allegations of treason and breach of national security. The case centres on claims that El-Rufai referenced the interception of a private telephone conversation involving the National Security Adviser (NSA). […]
Fintiri Approves Cabinet Reshuffle in Adamawa
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle in Adamawa State, redeploying several commissioners to new ministries as part of efforts to strengthen governance in the state. The changes were announced in a statement issued on Tuesday by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou. According to the statement, the reshuffle is aimed at […]
Seven Zamfara Reps Win APC Return Tickets
Seven serving members of the House of Representatives in Zamfara State have secured return tickets under the platform of the All Progressives Congress ahead of the 2027 general elections. The results of the APC National Assembly primaries were announced on Monday night by the chairman of the primaries committee in the state, Bello Maigari. Maigari […]
SWDC Clarifies Scope of Rail Operating Licence
The South-West Development Commission has clarified that the rail licence recently granted to the commission only permits operations on existing rail tracks and does not authorise the construction of new railway lines in the South-West. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the commission said the clarification became necessary following public interpretations that the licence approved […]
Army Arrests 11 Suspected Terror Suppliers in Sokoto
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested 11 suspects and recovered a locally fabricated firearm during a raid on suspected terrorist logistics suppliers in Sokoto State. The operation was carried out around 11:00 a.m. on May 17, 2026, by troops of the 8 Division Garrison in Sabon Birni, according to military sources. Security analyst Zagazola […]
