Defence Minister Commends Governor Umo Eno’s Leadership in Akwa Ibom

The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has praised the leadership style of Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno, describing it as purposeful, impactful and people-focused. Musa made the remarks on Thursday during a courtesy visit to the governor at Government House, Uyo, according to a statement issued on Friday by the Chief Press Secretary to […]

Dangote Plans New 650,000bpd Refinery in East Africa

Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has announced plans to build a new 650,000 barrels-per-day refinery in East Africa, signalling a major expansion of his refining operations beyond Nigeria as the continent seeks to reduce dependence on imported petroleum products. Dangote disclosed the plan during a presidential panel session at the Africa We Build Summit in […]

Lagos Denies Shielding Police Over Owode Onirin Traders’ Killings

The Lagos State Government has dismissed allegations that it is shielding suspects linked to the killing of six traders at Owode Onirin, insisting its decision not to prosecute was based strictly on insufficient evidence. In a statement issued Friday, the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro (SAN), described as “false, misleading and unsupported […]

EFCC Arraigns Two in Awka Over Alleged N8.9m Investment Fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned two men, Samuel Inalegwu Okpala and Ezelibe Emmanuel Nzube, before the Federal High Court Awka over an alleged N8.9 million fraud. The suspects were arraigned before Justice Bala Khalifa-Mohammed Usman by the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the anti-graft agency on a four-count charge bordering on conspiracy, […]

ASUU Warns Nasarawa Government Over Unresolved Welfare Issues at NSUK

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Nasarawa State University Keffi branch, has warned the Nasarawa State Government that continued delays in addressing lecturers’ welfare demands could disrupt industrial harmony at the institution. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, branch chairperson Abdulmumini Loko said the briefing was convened to highlight unresolved issues affecting staff […]

Two Injured as Police Foil Kidnap Attempt in Ibadan

Two persons sustained gunshot injuries on Monday night when police and local hunters foiled a suspected kidnap attempt in the old Kara area of Bodija, in Ibadan North Local Government Area. The incident, which occurred at about 7:50 p.m. on April 21, 2026, was confirmed in a statement issued on Thursday by the Oyo State […]

Senate Begins Screening of Housing Minister Nominee Darma

The Senate of Nigeria on Thursday commenced the screening of President Bola Tinubu’s ministerial nominee for the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Muttaqha Rabe Darma, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the Federal Executive Council. Darma was ushered into the Senate chamber at about 12:32 pm, where he appeared before lawmakers for the […]

PDP Chieftain Says Obi Inspires Hope in Private Talks

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, Dan Ulasi, has said Nigerians would feel more optimistic about the country if they had the opportunity to hear former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi speak in private settings. Ulasi made the remarks during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday, where he described Obi as a leader […]