CJN to Swear In New Supreme Court Justice
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, will on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, swear in Justice Joseph Olubunmi Kayode Oyewole as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. The inauguration is scheduled to take place at 2 p.m. in Courtroom Two of the Supreme Court complex in Abuja, according to a statement issued on […]
UniAbuja Expels 28 Students Over Misconduct
The Senate of the University of Abuja has approved the expulsion of 28 students over offences including cult-related activities, examination malpractice, drug possession and threats to life. The decision was taken at the institution’s 191st Regular Senate Meeting after the consideration of a report by the Student Disciplinary Committee, according to a statement issued in […]
LASTMA Rescues 1,075 Crash Victims in 2025
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says it rescued 1,075 injured victims from road accidents across Lagos State in 2025, citing improved emergency response and enforcement measures. The agency said the figure reflects progress in its campaign to enhance road safety and reduce traffic-related casualties. According to LASTMA, officers were strategically deployed to accident-prone […]
ADC Chides APC Over Cross River Oil Wells Dispute
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Cross River State, Austine Ibok, has criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) over what he described as its failure to resolve the protracted dispute between Cross River and Akwa Ibom states over 76 oil wells. The two states have been at odds since a 2012 […]
NDLEA Foils Drug Smuggling Attempts at Borders, Airports
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted multiple drug trafficking attempts involving concealed cocaine, tramadol, and cannabis at key entry and exit points across Nigeria. In a statement issued by the agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, operatives arrested a 35-year-old businesswoman, Rabi Muhammad, at the Seme land border while attempting […]
Vote-Buying Allegations Surface in Gwagwalada Polls
Allegations of vote buying and irregular ballot handling have emerged in parts of Gwagwalada Area Council during the ongoing Federal Capital Territory (FCT) council elections. Party agents representing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Young Progressives Party (YPP) raised concerns at polling units in Better Life, UBE, and Kotangora. A YPP agent, Momoh Abdul, […]
Adeyanju Slams National Assembly Over Electoral Amendment
Activist lawyer Deji Adeyanju has criticized the National Assembly, describing it as unfit to legislate following the passage of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026. Speaking in an interview with AIT, Adeyanju said the Assembly, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, has acted against the interests of Nigerians and questioned its role in governance. His […]
Gunmen Abduct Couple in Ondo Community, Shoot Neighbour
Suspected kidnappers have abducted a couple from their home in the Iluabo community, Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, heightening tension in the area. The attackers reportedly stormed Olaribigba Estate around 9:45 p.m. on Friday and whisked Mr. Jamiu Olawale and his wife into nearby bushes after ambushing them at their residence. Residents […]
INEC Chair Visits FCT Polling Units Amid Low Turnout Concerns
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, visited several polling units on Saturday during the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections to monitor the voting process. At Polling Unit 016 in Area 8, party agents raised concerns over voter apathy and delays in the arrival of sensitive election materials. […]
Henry Touts Osimhen as Ideal Signing for Barcelona
Former Arsenal captain, Thierry Henry has named Nigeria international Victor Osimhen among the strikers he believes Barcelona should target to strengthen their attack. Osimhen, who currently plays for Galatasaray in Turkey after completing a permanent move last summer, helped the club secure a domestic double last season with key goals and performances. The 27-year-old has continued […]
