In Abuja, the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, stressed that the law should prevail over public sentiments and emotions in handling court matters. At a gathering to mark the start…
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Tinubu Asserts His Presidential Candidacy, Economic Reforms at German-Nigerian Forum
President Bola Tinubu made striking claims during the 10th German-Nigerian Business Forum in Berlin, Germany, asserting that his tenure as Lagos State Governor and subsequent reforms position him for recognition in the…
Prison Warders Allegedly Collaborated with Boko Haram for Attacks, Defense Chief Claims
In a striking revelation before the House of Representatives, General Christopher Musa, Nigeria’s Chief of Defense Staff, uncovered unsettling details about Boko Haram’s operations within North-Eastern prisons. During the session that included…
Traffic Violation Sparks Violent Clash Between Soldiers and Policemen in Ekiti State
In a dramatic turn of events, Ikole Ekiti in Ekiti State witnessed pandemonium as two soldiers and policemen engaged in a fierce fight over an alleged violation of traffic rules. The dispute…
Shakeup in Police: 14 AIGs, 26 CPs Redeployed by IGP
In a significant shakeup within the Nigerian police force, Inspector-General Olukayode Egbetokun has issued orders for the posting and redeployment of 40 senior officers, including 14 Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIGs)…
President Tinubu to Attend Saudi-Africa Summit in Riyadh
President Bola Tinubu is set to embark on a journey to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on November 10, 2023, to participate in the inaugural Saudi-Africa Summit. The announcement was made by Chief Ajuri…
Court grants ex-CBN Governor bail
Justice Adeniyi granted the former apex bank chief bail on Monday after he was brought to court by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Justice Olukayode Adeniyi of the Federal Capital…
NAF and EFCC Forge Collaboration to Combat Corruption at Airports
Group Captain B. Topman, the newly appointed Commandant of Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, wants to cooperate more closely with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to combat economic and…
Nigerian Minister of Power Survives Aircraft Crash-Landing in Ibadan
In a dramatic turn of events, a private aircraft carrying Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, crash-landed in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. The incident unfolded on a Friday evening and…
Minister Festus Keyamo Issues Stern Warning to Aviation Agency CEOs
Festus Keyamo, Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, recently sent a severe message to the heads of his ministry’s aviation organizations. During a meeting, he emphasized the need of their support and…
National Strike Planned Over Attack on Labour Leader, Joe Ajaero
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have planned a nationwide strike in response to their President, Joe Ajaero, being beaten and kidnapped. The strike is…
The N5 Billion Presidential Yacht Deal Already Signed & Delivered – Ndume
Senator Ali Ndume, Senate Chief Whip, confirmed to Arise Television that the contentious contract concerning the presidential boat, which was included in the supplementary budget, has already been signed and delivered. He…
Rep Scraps Presidential Yacht Budget, Allocates Funds to Student Loans
Following public outcry over the N5.095 billion budgetary allotment for a presidential boat found in the 2023 supplemental budget, the House of Representatives moved to remove the yacht spending. Abubakar Bichi, the…
EFCC Implements New Procedures, Bans Nighttime Sting Operations
The procedures pertaining to the arrest and bail of suspects have been amended by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following the recent arrest of 69 individuals suspected of engaging in…
NLC President, Comrade Ajero, arrested by police
Comrade Joe Ajaero, the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), was apprehended by law enforcement authorities during a protest in Imo State. The incident transpired amid disturbances caused by troublemakers who targeted demonstrators, resulting in damage to vehicles and injuries to NLC members. At present, the location of the NLC President remains undisclosed as heavily armed security personnel have detained him.
President Tinubu Condemns Decade-Long Power Sector Privatization Failure
The Nigerian government has admitted, in a shocking admission, that the privatization of the power sector, which was started ten years ago, failed. The revelation coincides with the dismal generation, transmission, and…
FG Plans to Roll Out CNG Buses, Reduce Price of CNG
Nigerians have been informed by Special Assistant to the President on Special Duties and Domestic Affairs, Toyin Subaru, that the impending introduction of compressed natural gas (CNG) buses will result in a…
Senate Launches Investigation into NNPC Over N11.35tn Spent On Moribund Refineries In 13 Years
In a move to address the long-standing issue of mismanagement and financial wastage in Nigeria’s public sector, the Senate has established an ad-hoc committee to investigate the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited…
FG to Remove Unverified Workers from Payroll as IPPIS Deadline Approaches
The Nigerian Federal Government has issued a stark warning to public servants whose records are not verified on the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System (IPPIS). According to a statement by the…
Mr. Ola Olukoyede Mandates EFCC Staff To Declare Assets
In a bold move to enhance transparency and accountability within the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the agency’s Executive Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has issued a directive requiring all EFCC employees…