The Federal High Court in Abuja has once again urged Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), to open his defence in the ongoing trial over alleged terrorism offences. Justice James Omotosho, who presided over the case on Tuesday, cautioned Kanu on the implications of refusing to enter his defence and …
The Lagos State Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja has dismissed a no-case submission filed by social media personality Ismaila Mustapha, popularly known as Mompha, in his ongoing ₦5.9 billion money laundering trial. Justice Mojisola Dada ruled that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had successfully established a prima facie case against Mompha and …
The Federal High Court in Abuja has again refused to grant bail to alleged terrorists’ negotiator, Tukur Mohammed Mamu. Justice Mohammed Umar, in a ruling delivered on Wednesday, dismissed Mamu’s third bail request, citing the prosecution’s diligence in pursuing the case. While acknowledging Mamu’s health concerns, the judge directed the Department of State Services (DSS) …
The Federal Government has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kingdom of Denmark to deepen cooperation on digital transformation and innovation, aimed at fostering inclusive economic growth. The agreement was signed in Lagos during the NORDIC-Nigeria Connect Conference with the theme, “Forging Partnerships for Sustainable Impact”. The conference also witnessed commitments from …
The federal government has assured that the ongoing rehabilitation of the Abuja–Keffi motorway will be completed by December 2026, despite current challenges. Minister of State for Works, Bello Goronyo, gave the assurance on Thursday during an inspection of the Maraba–Nyanya section of the 43.6-kilometre project. He said about 41 kilometres have been completed up to …
The Federal Government has announced plans to convert Nigeria’s 417 grazing reserves into “Renewed Hope Livestock Villages” with modern infrastructure and services. Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, revealed this during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA). The agreement will lead to deployment of solar-powered mini-grids across …
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has embarked on a five-day nationwide warning strike, shutting down services in several government hospitals to press home long-standing demands over unpaid allowances, salary arrears, and other unresolved welfare issues. The strike, which commenced at 8:00 a.m. on Friday (today), follows the expiration of a fresh ultimatum issued …
The Federal Government has endorsed the forthcoming first National Science, Technology and Innovation Communication Conference (STICOMMS 2025), calling it a timely initiative to boost research visibility and promote innovation for national development. The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji, gave the endorsement when the leadership of the African University of Science and …
The federal government has announced that Friday, September 5, 2025, will be a public holiday to mark Eid-ul-Mawlid, the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. This was contained in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, on Tuesday in Abuja. According to the statement, the Minister of Interior, Dr …
The Federal Government on Monday hailed the conviction of Simon Ekpa, a Finland-based pro-Biafra agitator, describing the ruling as a landmark victory for justice and a relief for victims of his incitement. The Päijät-Häme District Court in Finland sentenced Ekpa to six years’ imprisonment for terrorism-related offences, a decision the Nigerian government said validates its …
