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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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AAC Sues Tinubu, National Assembly Over Europe Vacation
The African Action Congress has sued President Bola Tinubu, the National Assembly and the Attorney-General of the Federation over the President’s prolonged stay in Europe.
Sep 28, 2026
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AI Should Complement, Not Replace Judicial Officers, A’Ibom CJ Says
Akwa Ibom Chief Judge Ekaete Fabian-Obot says artificial intelligence can improve the administration of justice but must not replace the judgment and responsibility of judicial officers.
Sep 28, 2026
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2027, Onaiyekan Urges INEC to Let Nigerians Freely Choose Their Leaders
Cardinal John Onaiyekan has urged INEC to ensure Nigerians can freely choose their leaders in the 2027 elections without political interference.
Sep 28, 2026
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Nigeria’s Budget Too Small for it's Population, Minister Says
Budget Minister Abubakar Bagudu says Nigeria has one of the smallest national budgets among the world’s 10 most populous countries and needs to mobilise more revenue for development.
Sep 28, 2026
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Sokoto Governor Appoints Eight District Heads
Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu has approved the appointment of eight new district heads to fill vacant traditional positions across the state.
Sep 28, 2026
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CBN Urges Nigerians to Handle Naira with Care, Pride
The Central Bank of Nigeria has urged Nigerians, particularly traders, to handle naira notes carefully to preserve their lifespan and reduce the cost of replacing damaged currency.
Sep 28, 2026
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US Judge Blocks Trump Administration from Tying Counterterrorism Grants to Election Rules
A US federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from making counterterrorism funding to local governments conditional on changes to election administration.
Sep 28, 2026
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UK Reopens Refugee Resettlement Scheme to Promote Safe Migration
The UK has reopened its refugee resettlement scheme, creating a safe and legal route for vulnerable refugees, including Afghan women and girls and Palestinians.
Sep 28, 2026
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Police Step in as Osun Residents Lose Money to Food Scheme
Residents of Osogbo, Osun State, have lost large sums after operators of a cheap-food scheme allegedly disappeared, prompting police to intervene.
Sep 28, 2026
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Tinubu Has Laid Foundation to End Lecturers’ Strikes, Aide Says
A presidential aide says the Tinubu administration has laid the foundation to permanently end strikes by lecturers in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.
Sep 28, 2026
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2027, Atiku Will not be Absentee President If Elected, ADC Assures Nigerians
The ADC Presidential Campaign Council says Atiku Abubakar would provide a physically present and responsive presidency if elected in 2027.
Sep 28, 2026
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Ikorodu City Faces Backlash Over Deleted Peter Obi Post
Ikorodu City FC has faced criticism after deleting a social media post welcoming Peter Obi to its NPFL match against Enugu Rangers in Lagos.
Sep 28, 2026
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