General news.
Lawyer Frank Tietie described allegations against Femi Gbajabiamila as a national embarrassment, urging the National Assembly to question President Tinubu over the matter.
News
President Bola Tinubu referred to First Lady Oluremi Tinubu as “Iya Alakara” during a State House event, reviving debate over her recent viral remarks.
Politics
Works Minister Dave Umahi challenged supporters of Peter Obi to compare his record as Ebonyi governor with Obi’s tenure in Anambra, urging critics to engage in constructive, fact-based debates.
About 270 Nigerians are expected home today from South Africa as the Federal Government begins evacuation flights, while screening continues for hundreds more seeking voluntary repatriation amid xenophobic tensions.
Peter Obi warned against ethnic profiling, saying crime has no ethnicity. He urged Nigerians to reject stereotypes, support justice, promote unity, and judge individuals by character rather than background.
A UK court has remanded Maxwell Oguanaya over the alleged murder of Nigerian Taiwo Ekerin, who died after a violent assault in London, as investigations continue.
A total of 416 women and children abducted from Ngoshe community in Borno State have regained freedom after months in captivity, bringing relief to families and affected residents.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio urged Nigerians to keep praying for the exposure of terrorism sponsors, expressing confidence that the country will overcome insecurity and emerge stronger through unity and resilience.
The Nigerian Air Force has deployed a surveillance aircraft to assist security agencies tracking abducted teachers and pupils in Oyo State, providing intelligence support for ongoing rescue operations.
NANS has launched a nationwide audit of TETFund projects, setting up an independent committee to assess implementation, transparency, compliance, and impact across tertiary institutions within a 90-day period.
FCCPC denied reports claiming President Tinubu approved nine new airtime credit operators. The commission said it was not involved and noted the governing regulations remain suspended by court order.
Senator Sharafadeen Alli denied involvement in the kidnapping of Adebayo Adelabu’s sister, describing the allegations as false and politically motivated. He urged security agencies to investigate the claims.
The Federal Government extended screening for Nigerians seeking evacuation from South Africa to June 10. Over 500 people have been cleared, while five Air Peace flights are planned.
Ekiti PDP accused Governor Biodun Oyebanji of using security agencies to harass opposition members ahead of the governorship election. The state government denied the allegations, calling them false.
Federal Government says Nigeria will not surrender to terrorism or banditry. Speaking at Democracy Day events, SGF George Akume assured citizens of renewed efforts to improve security and economy.
