CBN orders local storage of payment data from 2027
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed deposit money banks, fintech companies, and other licensed payment service providers to ensure that all payment transaction data generated within Nigeria is…
FG auctions drug barons’ forfeited hotel, assets for N6bn
THE Federal Government has raked in a total of N6,148,964,000 through a public auction of a Lagos hotel and three other prime properties confiscated from convicted drug kingpins by the…
Deregistration: Court judgement an invitation to anarchy, says Ugochinyere
**urges NJC to sanction Judge The member representing Ideato North/Ideato South Federal Constituency of Imo State, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, on Monday faulted the judgment of the Federal High Court in…
Xenophobia: South African minister laments loss of artistes’ gigs amid global backlash
South Africa’s Minister of Justice, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has expressed concern over the growing impact of international backlash against the country’s stance on illegal immigration, noting that it is affecting South…
Atiku blasts move to deregister ADC, warns democracy under threat
Former Vice President and Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has condemned in strong terms the judgment seeking the deregistration of the ADC and several other…
Funding deficits, supply gaps threaten maternal health MMS scale up, report warns
THE Federal Government’s planned scale up of Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation (MMS) for pregnant women faces severe bottlenecks driven by fragmented financing, affordability barriers, and an inadequate national supply chain. These…
NADECO asked me to extend military rule after realising I would hand over — Abdulsalami
Former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd), has revealed that some leaders of the pro-democracy movement, including members of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), privately urged him to extend…
2027: Tinubu’s southeast projects give APC edge, says Yilwatda
The National Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda on Monday said that the numerous projects being executed by President Ahmed Tinubu across the states in the southeast…
Lt Major General Rabe Abubakar’s widow rescued
The widow of Major General Rabe Abubakar has been successfully rescued following a recent incident in which she sustained injuries. Authorities confirmed that she was found and brought to safety…
We’ll Continue to Cooperate with Federal Authorities, Security Agencies to Fight Insecurity –Makinde
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, said on Monday that his administration remains committed to deepening cooperation and collaborative efforts with federal authorities and security agencies towards ensuring a safe and…
Makinde Inaugurates Council on Climate Change
Governor ‘Seyi Makinde has inaugurated the Oyo State Council on Climate Change as part of his administration’s efforts to deepen environmental sustainability initiatives and advance the state’s commitment to tackling…
Makinde Swears in New Head of Service, Commissioners
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Monday, swore in Dr (Mrs) Adenike Ayobami Fasina, mni, as the new Head of Service, and the duo of Dr Lateef Idowu Oyeleke and…
Hijrah 1448AH: Makinde Declares Tuesday Work-free Day
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared Tuesday, 16 June, 2026, as a work-free day in the state in commemoration of the new Islamic Calendar Year, Hijrah 1448AH. The governor…
Oriire Abductions: Bauchi Gov Visits Makinde, Canvasses Security Architecture Rejig
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, on Sunday, visited Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, at his private residence in Ibadan, to sympathise with the people and government of the state…
Sujimoto Disowns Fraudulent Investment Website, Warns Public Against Unauthorized LeonardoBySujimoto Sales
Sujimoto Group has distanced itself from a website allegedly using its name to promote investment and registration schemes, warning members of the public to avoid any dealings with the platform…
Oriyomi Hamzat Denies Links to Wanted Suspect, Alleges Smear Campaign
Oyo State governorship candidate of the Accord party, Oriyomi Hamzat, has denied any connection to the alleged criminal activities of a wanted suspect, Surajudeen Adio Babatunde, popularly known as “Surii…
Akande-Sadipe Mourns Former Akorede LCDA House Leader
The member representing Oluyole Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Leader of the House in Akorede Local…
DHQ Mourns Ex-Military Spokesman Rabe Abubakar
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who reportedly died while in captivity after being abducted by suspected criminals. In a statement issued…
NUJ hails Cross River’s peace, commends Otu’s support for media
The Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), South-South Zone (Zone F), has described Cross River State as one of the most peaceful states in Nigeria, commending the administration of Governor Bassey…
Democracy Day Protest: Group backs security efforts, warns against fake news
As Nigeria marked Democracy Day amid growing concerns over insecurity and other national challenges, members of the Green Assembly Initiative, on Saturday, staged a peaceful protest in Abuja to reaffirm…
Senator Natasha rallies support for Oluyede, describes PDP candidate as best choice for Ekiti
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Senator representing the good people of Kogi Central Senatorial District, on Saturday intensified support for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Ekiti State, Dr.…
Obasanjo: How village diplomacy saved land use Act from collapse
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Saturday revealed how direct engagement with grassroots leaders and traditional communities helped avert a major revolt against the Land Use Act, preserving what has become…
Democracy must work for masses, not a privileged few, says Aborisade
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Oyo State, Barrister Niyi Aborisade (BANA), has called for a renewed commitment to democratic ideals, insisting that democracy must translate into…
Appeal Court’s President under fire over special Saturday sitting in hometown
The Court of Appeal has come under criticism following a notice announcing a special sitting of the court scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2025, outside its regular headquarters in Abuja.…
Nigerian youths condemn Major Gen Rabe Abubakar’s killing
The Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL) has condemned in the strongest terms the abduction and gruesome murder of the former Director of Defence Information, Major General Rabe Abubakar (rtd),…
Obasanjo: Abdulsalami was arranging Abiola’s release before sudden death
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Saturday disclosed that former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd), was in the final stages of securing the release of the presumed winner of…
FIFA must never compromise football’s universality – Sepp Blatter
Former President of the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA), Sepp Blatter, has warned the world’s football governing body not to compromise the universality of the sport. Blatter issued this…
Jonathan: Abdulsalami’s refusal to extend military rule saved Nigeria’s democracy
**says ex-Head of State resisted pressure to stay in power **Hails elder statesman’s peacebuilding efforts across Africa Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Saturday credited former Head of State, General Abdulsalami…
2027: Oluyole LG Chairman Olatunji, Ajadi Begin Ward Tour
The Executive Chairman of Oluyole Local Government and candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) for Oluyole Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, alongside the party’s…
Enough of carelessness, speak out, do what is right,’ PFN tells Nigerians
The Chairman of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Rivers State Chapter, Reverend Minaibi Dagogo-Jack, has called on Nigerians, particularly Christians, to rise against political indifference and demand accountability from…