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SERAP Drags NNPCL to Court Over Unexplained ₦211 Trillion Entries

July 26, 2026

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has instituted legal proceedings against the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) over what it describes as the company’s failure to properly explain ₦211 trillion recorded in its 2023 audited financial statements. The lawsuit, filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja, challenges financial entries listed as “Sundry...

Bode George Urges NJC to Safeguard PDP Judiciary Independence

July 25, 2026

Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has called on the National Judicial Council (NJC) to protect the independence, integrity and credibility of Nigeria’s judiciary, warning that recent developments surrounding the party’s leadership dispute could undermine public confidence in the nation’s justice system. In an open letter addressed to...

State Police Bill Passes House Despite Minority Walkout Over Procedure

July 24, 2026

The State Police Bill has cleared a major legislative hurdle after the House of Representatives approved a constitutional amendment seeking to establish state police services across Nigeria, despite a dramatic protest and walkout by members of the minority caucus. The proposed legislation, formally titled “A Bill for an Act to alter the Constitution of the...

Appeal Court Rejects Bail for Ex-FCTA Director in N319m Fraud Case

July 23, 2026

The Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal has refused an application for bail filed by former Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) official Garba Mohammed Dukku, who is currently serving a 24-year prison sentence over the N319m fraud case. Dukku, a former Director of Finance and Administration under the Abuja Metropolitan Management Council (AMMC), sought...

Senate Advances Foreign Aid Management Bill to Boost Transparency

July 22, 2026

The Senate has passed the Foreign Aid Management Bill for second reading, moving forward with proposed legislation designed to strengthen transparency, accountability and coordination in the management of foreign assistance, grants, donations, humanitarian support and concessional financing in Nigeria. The bill, sponsored by Senator Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo (PDP, Gombe North), seeks to establish a comprehensive...

FG Reduces Textbook Assessment Fees by 25% Ahead of National Ranking System

July 22, 2026

The Federal Government has announced a 25 per cent reduction in Textbook Assessment Fees as preparations gather pace for the implementation of the National Textbook Ranking System, scheduled to commence in September 2026. The development was announced on Wednesday by the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), which said the decision is intended to...

Reps Summon NSA, Foreign Affairs Minister Over PFIPC Investigation

July 22, 2026

The House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee probing the alleged establishment and operations of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) has summoned the National Security Adviser (NSA) and the Minister of Foreign Affairs to explain how the council allegedly continued operating despite questions surrounding its legal status. The lawmakers said the PFIPC Investigation seeks to...

Jigawa Begins ₦1.39bn Pension Payment to 560 Retirees, Families

July 21, 2026

The Jigawa State and Local Governments Contributory Pension Scheme Board has commenced the Jigawa Pension Payment of ₦1,389,857,763.37 to 560 retirees and families of deceased civil servants across the state. The Executive Secretary of the pension board, Bilyaminu Aminu, announced the disbursement while addressing beneficiaries at the Pension House in Dutse, the Jigawa State capital....

FG Returns 13 Oil Blocks to Licensing Pool After 2025 Licensing Round

July 21, 2026

The Federal Government has announced that 13 oil and gas blocks offered during the 2025 Licensing Round will be returned to the national licensing pool after they failed to attract bids from investors. The announcement was made in Abuja during the 2025 Commercial Bid Conference by the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory...

Reps Begin Detailed Review of State Police Bill, Eye Senate Version for Swift Passage

July 21, 2026

The House of Representatives has begun a detailed clause-by-clause review of President Bola Tinubu’s executive bill seeking to establish state police, signaling fresh momentum for one of Nigeria’s most significant constitutional reform proposals. Lawmakers handling the review indicated that the House may adopt the Senate-approved version of the legislation with only minor adjustments to accelerate...

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Oshiomhole Attacks Obi, Says Four Years Not Enough to Transform Nigeria

July 28, 2026

Former Edo State Governor and Senator Adams Oshiomhole has criticised the 2027 presidential ambition of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate Peter Obi, describing his promise to transform Nigeria within a single four-year term as unrealistic and driven by desperation. Speaking on Obi’s campaign promises, Oshiomhole questioned the former Anambra governor’s political consistency, arguing that his...

SERAP Drags NNPCL to Court Over Unexplained ₦211 Trillion Entries

July 26, 2026

Troops Rescue Five Relatives as Search for Abducted Zamfara LG Chairman Intensifies

July 26, 2026

Security forces have intensified efforts to rescue the Zamfara LG chairman, Hon. Nura Umar Abdullahi, after suspected terrorists abducted him during an overnight attack on his residence in Bungudu Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The Joint Task Force (North West), operating under Operation Fansan Yamma, confirmed in a statement issued on Saturday that the...

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SERAP Drags NNPCL to Court Over Unexplained ₦211 Trillion Entries

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State Police Bill Passes House Despite Minority Walkout Over Procedure

Appeal Court Rejects Bail for Ex-FCTA Director in N319m Fraud Case

Senate Advances Foreign Aid Management Bill to Boost Transparency

FG Reduces Textbook Assessment Fees by 25% Ahead of National Ranking System

Reps Summon NSA, Foreign Affairs Minister Over PFIPC Investigation

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