Court Reserves Ruling in Saraki Defamation Case
The Kwara State High Court in Ilorin has adjourned proceedings in a case involving former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, over allegations of criminal defamation and cyberbullying linked to a social media post concerning Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. At the hearing on Wednesday, Saraki’s legal team, led by Senior Advocate of Nigeria Jimoh Mumini, challenged the competence […]
Communities Seek Role in Protecting Telecom Infrastructure
Community representatives from Kano, Bauchi and Jigawa states have called for greater community involvement in protecting telecommunications infrastructure to curb vandalism and improve network services. The appeal was made during a stakeholders’ meeting organised by the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) in Dutse, Jigawa State. Participants at the meeting came from communities in […]
Delborough Lagos Hosts Michelin-Star Chef Sauro Bison
The Delborough Lagos has strengthened its position as a leading luxury hospitality destination in Africa with the arrival of Michelin-starred chef Sauro Bison at its DANI Restaurant. Chef Bison, who arrived in Lagos on June 16, 2026, is expected to bring his international expertise to the restaurant as part of efforts to enhance its culinary […]
NYSC Seeks Relocation of Kebbi Orientation Camp
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Kebbi State has requested the relocation of its orientation camp from Bausara in Jega Local Government Area to Birnin Kebbi, citing security concerns at the current site. State Coordinator Bala Dabo-Kagarko disclosed this during an interaction with journalists at the camp, saying security assessments identified the location as […]
BREAKING….. UK Court Acquits Diezani of Bribery Charges
A court in the United Kingdom has acquitted former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, of all bribery-related charges brought against her. A jury at Southwark Crown Court in London on Wednesday found Alison-Madueke not guilty on six counts of bribery and conspiracy to commit bribery, according to Reuters. Alison-Madueke, who served as Nigeria’s […]
Court Adjourns Ahmed, Banu Trial to July 27
A Kwara State High Court sitting in Ilorin has adjourned the ongoing trial of former Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed and former Commissioner for Finance, Ademola Banu, to July 27, 2026, for the continuation of the cross-examination of the sixth prosecution witness. Justice Mahmud Abdulgafar granted the adjournment on Wednesday following an oral application by counsel to […]
Tinubu Praises Wike for Abuja Transformation
President Bola Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for what he described as his effective performance in transforming Abuja and delivering key infrastructure projects. Speaking on Wednesday during the inauguration of the Federal High Court Judges’ Quarters in Katampe, Abuja, Tinubu said Wike had lived up to expectations […]
Witness Says Yahaya Bello Not Involved in Property Deals
The 17th prosecution witness in the alleged money laundering trial involving former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, told a Federal High Court on Wednesday that Bello was not involved in any of the property transactions under scrutiny in the case. The witness, Shehu Bello Bala, made the statement during cross-examination by Bello’s counsel, Paul Daudu […]
NULGE Commends Akwa Ibom Over Arrears Payment
The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has welcomed the payment of long-standing salary arrears owed to local government workers in Akwa Ibom State, describing the move as a major relief for affected employees. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the state NULGE President, Anestina Iweh, said the settlement of the arrears has renewed […]
Working With Me Is So Demanding Says Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has described himself as a demanding administrator, saying contractors and government officials working with him must demonstrate the capacity to deliver projects on schedule. Wike made the remarks on Wednesday during the inauguration of the Federal High Court Judges’ Quarters in the Katampe area of Abuja, […]
