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Court Dismisses Suit Seeking to Bar Kingibe From ADC Activities

The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed an urgent application seeking to bar Senator Ireti Kingibe from participating in activities of the African Democratic Congress following her alleged suspension from the party. Justice Peter Lifu on Thursday rejected an ex parte application filed by leaders of the ADC in Wuse Ward of the Federal Capital Territory who claimed the FCT lawmaker had been suspended over alleged anti-party activities. Instead of granting the request the judge directed the plaintiffs to put the senator on notice to appear in court and respond to their allegations. The judge ruled that discretion in requests for prohibition from party activities and in political matters must be exercised judicially and judiciously. Justice Lifu added that justice would be met in the case of the plaintiffs only when the side of the defendant is heard on […]

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Fayemi Reveals How He Pushed Obi to Greet Tinubu at Vatican

Former Ekiti State governor Kayode Fayemi has revealed how he encouraged Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi to walk with him to greet President Bola Tinubu during Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration Mass at the Vatican. According to accounts shared by presidential aide Bayo Onanuga, Fayemi a Papal Knight and devout Catholic spotted President Tinubu seated among other world leaders at St Peter’s Square and told Obi they should go and pay homage to the Nigerian leader. Obi agreed and followed him to where Tinubu was seated. Fayemi said he decided to break the ice between the two political rivals and show that politics should not destroy basic respect and civility among Nigerians. At the meeting he jokingly welcomed Tinubu saying “Mr President welcome to our church and thank you for honouring the Pope with your presence.” President Tinubu replied in […]

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NYSC to Begin 2026 Batch B Stream I Orientation June 10

The National Youth Service Corps NYSC has announced that the 2026 Batch B Stream I orientation course will commence on Wednesday June 10 2026 across all 36 states of Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory. The Director of Information and Public Relations for the scheme Caroline Embu confirmed the dates in an official statement. The orientation exercise will run for three weeks and will conclude on Wednesday July 1 2026. The online registration portal for Batch B Stream I is expected to open in late May to early June 2026. Call-up letters will be released around Sunday June 8 2026 and the camps will open for the actual orientation course from Wednesday June 10 to Wednesday July 1 2026. The NYSC mobilizes graduates in three main batches A B and C each service year. Following the completion of Batch A […]

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Police Arrest Husband Wife for Child Stealing in Ogun

Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested a husband and wife for allegedly stealing children in the state. The couple was identified as Isiaka Lukman aged 42 and Abosede Olanipekun aged 23 who are natives of Edo State. They were arrested in connection with a series of child abductions across Ogun and Osun states according to the police. The suspects are accused of kidnapping children and selling them for one million naira each. Police said they recovered 10 of the stolen children after the arrest though some parents are still searching for their missing children. During interrogation the woman confessed to stealing children after her ex husband denied her access to their children. She said her present husband did not know that she stole the baby. The police also discovered that she had previously stolen another child in […]

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Nigeria Moves to Tap $3.5trn Global Halal Economy

Nigeria is taking steps to position itself for a bigger share of the fast growing global halal economy estimated at several trillion dollars in value. The federal government and private sector stakeholders are working together to build structures that will allow the country to benefit from halal trade investment and finance opportunities. President Bola Tinubu earlier this year launched Nigeria's National Halal Economy Strategy in Abuja. The policy is designed to help Nigeria tap into the global halal market valued at about 7.7 trillion dollars by promoting standards certification and investments in halal compliant products and services. According to government projections the strategy could add around 1.5 billion dollars to Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product by 2027 and unlock up to 12 billion dollars in wider economic value over the next decade. Officials say it will strengthen food security deepen industrial […]

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Tinubu Appoints Prof Segun Aina as New JAMB Registrar

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Professor Segun Aina as the new Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board JAMB. Professor Aina takes over from Professor Is haq Oloyede who completed his tenure after leading major reforms at the examination body. JAMB recently confirmed the change of leadership in its official bulletin for April 2026 where Aina was named as the new Registrar and Chief Executive of the board. Segun Aina is a respected academic and banking professional known for his work in financial technology and education development. He has served as president of the Africa Fintech Network and is widely regarded as an experienced leader and ecosystem builder in the financial services sector. His appointment is expected to support further modernization of JAMB operations particularly in the areas of digital examinations data management and transparent admission […]

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IGP Honours 17 Police Officers Killed in Terror Attack in Yobe

The Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu has honoured 17 police officers who lost their lives in a terrorist attack in Yobe State. The officers were killed on May 8 2026 during a coordinated terrorist assault on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Buni Yadi Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State. The police officers were undergoing specialised operational training at the military facility when terrorists attacked from multiple directions in the early hours of the morning. IGP Disu described the fallen officers as courageous and dedicated personnel who showed exceptional patriotism. He said their participation in advanced counter-terrorism and tactical training programmes proved their commitment to national security. The Force Public Relations Officer confirmed the deaths on Saturday and released a statement on behalf of the Inspector General. The Nigeria Police Force saluted the courage sacrifice and service […]

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FAAN Promises Enhanced Ebola Preparedness at Nigerian Airports

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has assured travelers and the public that Nigerian airports are now better prepared to detect and prevent the spread of Ebola virus disease. This announcement comes after a new Ebola outbreak was confirmed in the Democratic Republic of Congo. FAAN said it has strengthened health screening measures at all major international airports across the country. The airports covered include Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport in Kano and Port Harcourt International Airport. FAAN spokesperson Mrs Henrietta Yakubu said Port Health officials are now on high alert at all airports. The authority confirmed that thermal scanners are installed to check passenger body temperatures. These scanners also capture pictures of travelers for identification purposes. Hand sanitizers are available at airport arrivals and restrooms. Passengers must […]

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 Dangote Revives Massive Olokola Deep Seaport Plan in Ogun

Aliko Dangote has reactivated plans to build a major deep seaport at Olokola in Ogun State, reviving a stalled project that is expected to be one of Nigeria’s largest port developments. The proposed Olokola deep seaport will sit within the Olokola Free Trade Zone and is designed to handle large vessels and heavy cargo. It is expected to support exports of fertiliser, petrochemicals and, in the future, liquefied natural gas, while also improving the importation of equipment and raw materials for Dangote’s industries. Dangote has already submitted key paperwork to the authorities to move the project forward, after getting renewed support from the Ogun State government and the Federal Government. The port site is planned to be about 100 kilometres from his refinery and fertiliser facilities around Lagos, creating a direct logistics corridor between the plants and the Atlantic coast. […]

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Amaechi I Didn’t Buy Form To Be Atiku’s Running Mate

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has dismissed claims that he is planning to be Atiku Abubakar’s running mate in the 2027 presidential election. Amaechi said he did not buy the African Democratic Congress presidential nomination form to become a vice presidential candidate. He stressed that his focus is on securing his party’s presidential ticket and running for president, not serving under anyone. He described suggestions that he might accept a vice presidential slot alongside Atiku as false and against his political plans. Through his media team, Amaechi insisted that he is not in any talks to be a running mate and will not be part of such discussions. According to him, politicians and commentators should stop linking his name to any vice presidential arrangement. He added that his ambition is to contest for the highest office in the country […]

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