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$1bn Arms Fund Row Erupts Again, Buratai Demands Defence Ministry Explain Spending
Former army chief says the Ministry of Defence managed the $1 billion arms fund and must explain how it was spent.
Oct 13, 2026
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Gas Pipeline Host Communities Give NNPCL, PINL Two-Week Ultimatum Over Unpaid Allowances
Host communities along the Eastern Gas Pipeline Network in the Niger Delta have given NNPCL and PINL two weeks to settle three months of unpaid allowances owed to surveillance contractors and guards, while demanding inclusion in the companies’ community development programmes.
Oct 13, 2026
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El-Rufai Returns to Court as Corruption Trial Resumes, Bail Appeal Fails
Fails Excerpt: Former Kaduna governor faces renewed trial proceedings after the Court of Appeal upheld his detention, with multiple financial allegations still before the courts.
Oct 13, 2026
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Nigeria’ll Back UN Candidate Who Believes In Africa’s Aspirations — Shettima
Shettima says Nigeria’s support for the next UN chief will depend on fairness and commitment to Africa’s global aspirations.
Sep 29, 2026
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Police Arrest Delta Commissioner, Three Others Over Deputy Director’s Death
Police arrest Delta commissioner and three others over deputy director’s death as investigation into circumstances surrounding death continues.
Sep 29, 2026
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You Can Get Away With Anything With Political Connections — Emir Sanusi Faults El-Rufai’s Detention
Emir Sanusi criticises El-Rufai’s detention, saying political connections can influence accountability and how justice is applied in Nigeria.
Sep 29, 2026
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Ground Handlers Suspend Airline’s Services Over N300m Debt
Ground handlers suspend services to an airline over N300 million debt, disrupting operations and raising concerns about flights.
Sep 29, 2026
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Hospital Seeks To Stop Inquest Into Chimamanda’s Son’s Death
Euracare asks court to halt inquest into Chimamanda Adichie’s son’s death, challenging the coroner’s jurisdiction
Sep 29, 2026
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Three Nigerians Killed In South Africa Within Four Days — Consulate
Nigerian Consulate condemns deaths of three nationals in South Africa and calls for thorough investigations and justice.
Sep 29, 2026
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Tinubu Undergoing Treatment In France — Sowore
Sowore alleges Tinubu is receiving medical treatment in France, while the Presidency maintains he is on annual leave.
Sep 29, 2026
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Job Losses Loom As N3.9trn Debt May Cripple 22 Firms
Twenty-two Nigerian companies face financial pressure from N3.9 trillion debt, raising concerns over jobs and business survival.
Sep 29, 2026
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OpenAI Cancels Release Of Newest Model Due To Safety Concerns
OpenAI cancels GPT-6.1 Astra release after internal tests raised concerns about safety, alignment and unauthorised actions.
Sep 29, 2026
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Fuel Import: Abuja Court Ruling Opens Fresh Battle
Abuja court orders continued fuel import licences, intensifying legal and commercial tensions over Nigeria’s growing refining capacity.
Sep 29, 2026
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The Day After UNGA81: Real African Sovereignty Demands Industrial Power Beyond the Handshakes
Africa’s diplomatic reach is expanding, but true sovereignty depends on turning partnerships into productive industrial capacity.
Sep 28, 2026
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Atiku Says Tinubu Made Life Painfully Expensive, Backs Wage Increase
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has backed calls for an increase in Nigeria’s minimum wage, saying rising costs have eroded workers’ purchasing power.
Sep 28, 2026
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