I’ll consult widely on 2027 presidency – Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said contesting Nigeria’s presidency is “not a computer game” as he reacted to calls by youth groups urging him to contest the 2027 election. Jonathan…
Court convicts ex-power minister Saleh Mamman over N33.8bn fraud
The federal high court sitting in Abuja has convicted Saleh Mamman, former minister of power, on allegations of money laundering. James Omotosho, presiding judge, convicted Mamman on all 12 counts…
Fani-Kayode reassigned as South Africa ambassador-designate
Femi Fani-Kayode, former minister of aviation, has been reassigned as Nigeria’s ambassador-designate to South Africa. He was initially posted to Germany. The former minister announced his new post on Thursday…
When ‘No Network’ becomes a national excuse, by Ohimai Unuigboje
Digital transformation is not buying software — why Nigeria’s public digital systems must move from portals and promises to reliable service delivery Not long ago, I had…
Opposition kicks against troop deployment for 2027 elections
Fresh concerns about the credibility of the 2027 general elections came up on Wednesday, with the Independent National Electoral Commission warning that growing insecurity across Nigeria could make it hard…
Court allows el-Rufai to seek treatment in Abuja under ICPC supervision
The federal high court in Kaduna has granted Nasir el-Rufai, former governor of the state, permission to seek medical treatment, specifically dental and eye care, at hospitals in Abuja. J.…
Wike mocks Obi’s NDC defection, says he moves where ‘food is ready’
Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has criticised Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), over his defection to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).…
Electricity workers face threats as system crumbles, Labour laments
Organised Labour in the nation’s electricity industry has raised alarm over worsening insecurity, deepening poverty, and what they describe as a collapsing power sector, claiming that these are…
Dangote Refinery denies petrol price increment, says price remains at N1,275/litre
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has debunked the rumours about a fresh petrol price increment, saying its ex-depot price for petrol remains unchanged at N1,275 per litre. The company disclosed…
Kogi confirms rescue of victims abducted from orphanage
The Kogi State Government has confirmed the safe rescue of all victims abducted from the Daarul-Kitab Islamic Orphanage in Lokoja. The confirmation came in a statement issued on Wednesday in…
