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Rivers govt details how former Ibas spent ₦302bn in six months

March 29, 2026

The former Ibas spent more than ₦302 billion of Rivers State funds between March and August 2025, the state government disclosed in a court filing dated 10 March 2026, outlining allocations and expenditure obtained under the administration of Vice Admiral Ibok‑Ete Ibas (Rtd) as sole administrator. The disclosure was made in a counter‑affidavit before the Rivers...

Dalung: El‑Rufai surrendered himself Was His Biggest Mistake Yet

March 26, 2026

Former Minister of Youth and Sports Solomon Dalung said El‑Rufai surrendered himself was the “greatest mistake” in relation to his legal proceedings. Dalung made the assertion in an interview with Trust TV published on YouTube on Tuesday. Dalung, a former minister under the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari, spoke amid ongoing legal actions involving former...

Grid Collapse Rate Reduced Under Adelabu Leadership — Aide

March 26, 2026

A presidential aide has said the grid collapse rate reduced under Adelabu leadership, attributing the development to reforms and improved coordination across Nigeria’s electricity value chain. Nigeria’s power sector has recorded repeated grid collapses over the years, often leading to widespread blackouts across the country. These incidents have been linked to technical faults, weak transmission...

Governors Push State Police Plan to National Assembly

March 23, 2026

The Nigeria Governors Forum has said it has submitted its contribution on a proposed state police framework to the Nuhu Ribadu, with the document expected to be sent to the National Assembly of Nigeria for review. The submission was confirmed by the NGF Chairman and AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq during a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at...

SERAP Asks Akpabio to Publish Names in N210trn Probe

March 22, 2026

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has urged Godswill Akpabio to direct the Senate’s Public Accounts Committee to publish the names of officials implicated in the alleged missing ₦200 trillion from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited or face legal action. The Senate Public Accounts Committee is currently investigating allegations that about ₦200 trillion is...

INEC Urges Discipline, Compliance Ahead of Ekiti, Osun Polls

March 21, 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission has called for discipline among political parties, candidates and stakeholders ahead of the governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun states. The commission made the call as preparations continue for the upcoming elections in both states, with political activities increasing across party lines. INEC emphasised the need for all participants in...

APC Stakeholders Adopt TRN for Broad Support Ahead of 2027 Election

March 17, 2026

Some stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress have adopted The Renewed Hope Network (TRN) as a Special Purpose Vehicle to mobilise wide‑ranging support for the re‑election of President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. The decision was taken at a strategic meeting of party leaders representing more than 1,500 registered support groups within the...

Delta Approves N34bn for 25 Divisional Police Headquarters

March 14, 2026

The Delta State Government has approved more than N34 billion for the construction of 25 modern divisional police headquarters across the state’s local government areas and the establishment of a Special Police Protection Unit. The approval was granted during a State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. The development was disclosed by...

PDP Still Strong Opposition Despite Crisis, Chieftain Says

March 14, 2026

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Adetokunbo Pearse, has said the party remains a strong opposition platform despite the internal challenges currently affecting it. Pearse spoke in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) while reacting to the recent Appeal Court ruling that invalidated the outcome of the PDP’s 2025 national...

Kano Governor Sacks Head of Service Abdullahi Musa

March 11, 2026

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has sacked the state’s Head of Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa, with immediate effect, the government said in an official statement on Tuesday. The removal of Mr Musa follows a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, from the Government House in Kano. The announcement explained that...

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Statement On The Latest Premium Times Publication Concerning Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji

June 13, 2026

Our attention has been drawn to yet another PREMIUM TIMES publication alleging that a court has ordered the arrest of former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji. We wish to state unequivocally that Chief Nnaji is not in hiding and has never evaded any law enforcement agency. As a former Minister...

Three Women Enter 2027 Presidential Race as Nigeria Records Historic Gender Milestone

June 13, 2026

Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election has entered a historic phase as Women presidential candidates emerge in record representation, with three female contenders officially confirmed to challenge President Bola Tinubu and other leading aspirants for the nation’s highest office. The development marks a significant moment in Nigeria’s electoral history, highlighting gradual but steady shifts in gender participation...

IMF Economic Prescriptions Spark Debate Among Nigerian Experts

June 13, 2026

The latest IMF economic prescriptions for Nigeria have generated mixed reactions among economists and financial experts, with many disagreeing on recommendations relating to taxation, monetary policy, and economic management. However, several analysts endorsed the International Monetary Fund’s concerns over the Federal Government’s proposed $5 billion loan arrangement with First Abu Dhabi Bank of the United...

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SERAP Asks Akpabio to Publish Names in N210trn Probe

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