A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has criticised the court judgement that nullified the party’s 2025 national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State. George expressed his displeasure while speaking during an interview on Arise Television on Friday, describing the ruling as deeply disturbing and unacceptable. He faulted the judgement delivered …
The United States has condemned the deadly attacks on Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area, Kwara State, calling the incident “horrific” as casualty figures continue to rise. While the Nigerian Police reported 75 deaths, local sources and international observers estimate the toll at over 160, with many still unaccounted for. “The United …
Afrobeats icon Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has opened up about regrets over past decisions in his career and personal life. In addition, he admits that he wishes he could correct some of his mistakes. Speaking in a recent interview on the Mic On podcast, the award-winning musician said pressure shaped certain moments in …
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) will now require all officers nationwide to undergo drug testing. The measure aims to boost discipline, strengthen security, and improve operational integrity. The announcement came from Assistant Comptroller-General Mohammed Babandede, Zonal Coordinator of Zone ‘A’, during a visit to the Apapa Area Command in Lagos. Babandede praised the Apapa Command …
Saudi Arabia has begun allowing wealthy foreign residents to legally purchase alcohol. This marks a significant policy change in a country that has enforced a strict ban for more than 70 years. The move, introduced without a public announcement, expands access beyond diplomats. It now includes non-Muslim expatriates who meet specific income or residency criteria. …
Dangote Refinery has revised its distribution policy, saying marketers are now free to choose between gantry and coastal loading of petroleum products from the refinery. It said the refinery does not impose restrictions on the evacuation modes chosen by marketers. Change in Distribution Policy In a statement released on Thursday night, the refinery, however, warned …
NIPCO Plc’s ownership stake in Savannah Energy Plc has increased above the key 30 per cent threshold. This follows the completion of Savannah’s on-market share buyback programme, despite NIPCO making no additional share purchases. In a statement on Thursday, Savannah Energy announced that it had repurchased 32.1 million ordinary shares at 6.8 pence per share, …
Nigeria’s already fragile healthcare system is facing a silent but deepening crisis: the rapid disappearance of its doctors. New data from the Federal Ministry of Health reveal that the number of practising doctors in Nigeria fell sharply from 66,241 in 2024 to about 55,000 in 2025, a staggering 16.9 per cent decline in just one …
The traditional ruler of Aafin Ile Ire, Oba Simeon Ibiyinka Olaonipekun, who was abducted by gunmen in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State late December 2025, has regained his freedom. The monarch was kidnapped alongside his son when armed assailants attacked his community. While his son was released earlier after a ransom of ₦20 …
A coalition of women’s rights and democracy groups has raised the alarm over the persistent exclusion of women from Nigeria’s political decision-making. They warn that the country’s democratic credibility is at stake as it approaches the 2027 general elections. The groups, including the Human Equality Forum, The Electoral Hub, Women in Politics Forum, Safe Point …
