African Union no longer fit for purpose, says Kenyan president
Kenya’s President William Ruto says the African Union (AU) is not fit for purpose. Ruto made the remarks while addressing intelligence chiefs from across the continent at the Mashariki Cooperation…
US commends Nigeria over 386 terrorism convictions
The United States has commended Nigeria for accelerating the prosecution of terrorism-related cases, following the conviction of 386 suspects in recent mass trials. In a statement published via X on…
Despite video evidence, Taiwo Oyedele denies admitting errors in new tax laws
The Minister of State for Finance, Taowo Oyedele, has denied acknowledging errors in Nigeria’s new tax laws, despite a video evidence of him explaining how the legislative process led to…
Military defends Jilli bombing, says village long abandoned by residents
The military has defended the air strike on Jilli market along the Borno-Yobe border. Several people were reportedly killed and injured due to the strike which occurred on Saturday at…
Army arrests teenage suspect linked to killing of brigadier-general in Borno
Troops of the joint task force (north-east) Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a 15-year-old suspect over his alleged involvement in a deadly attack in Borno state. The suspect, identified simply…
INEC postpones nationwide voter revalidation exercise until after 2027 elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the postponement of its proposed nationwide voter revalidation exercise until after the 2027 general elections. The Commission disclosed this in a statement…
My former deputy attempted to remove me as governor, says Abba Yusuf
Abba Yusuf, governor of Kano, says Aminu Gwarzo, his former deputy, attempted to remove him from office. Yusuf spoke on Thursday when he hosted a group of supporters known as…
FG slashes tariffs on cars, palm oil, medicines, others
The federal government has approved the implementation of 2026 fiscal policy measures (FPM), which include significant tariff amendments. According to The Cable, a circular dated April 1, 2026, and signed…
How terrorists overran military base, killed army general – Report
Fresh accounts have emerged on the circumstances surrounding the killing of the Commander of the 29 Task Force Brigade, Brigadier General Oseni Braimah, following a deadly midnight assault on a…
US orders embassy staff to leave Nigeria, issues travel warning for 23 states
The US Department of State has authorised non-emergency US government employees and their family members to leave the US Embassy in Abuja, citing a deteriorating security situation across Nigeria.…
