Tag: Nigeria
Ethics Committee Hearing on Akpabio Sexual Harassment Allegations Descends Into Chaos
The Senate Ethics Committee’s hearing into sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio turned contentious on Wednesday as Senator Nwaebonyi launched a verbal attack on former Education Minister Oby Ezekwesili, calling her “an insult to womanhood.” The proceedings, which were meant to investigate suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s petition against Akpabio, quickly devolved into disorder…
Governor Otti Pledges Immediate Rehabilitation of ABSU Facilities After Shocking Inspection
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has issued a public apology to students of Abia State University Uturu (ABSU) following his unscheduled visit that revealed the deplorable state of infrastructure at the institution. The governor, who visited the campus after Sunday service at Assemblies of God Church in Umuahia, expressed dismay during his on-the-spot assessment of…
Kano Information Commissioner Orders Arrest of Journalist Over Critical Report
The Kano State Commissioner for Information, Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has sparked widespread condemnation after allegedly orchestrating the arrest of Buhari Abba, editor of Kano Times, over a published article critical of his office. The arrest, which took place on February 24, 2025, followed the publication of an opinion piece titled “Dear Governor Yusuf, Beware of…
Niger State Assembly Speaker Sparks Controversy After Awarding N7 Million to Failed Councillorship Aspirant
The Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, Abdulmalik Sarkin Daji, has drawn widespread criticism after publicly presenting N7 million in cash to his personal assistant, Ibrahim Awwal, who lost his bid for a councilorship seat in Mariga Local Government Area. The controversial gesture occurred during a public gathering where the Speaker dismissed Awwal’s…
ISWAP Militants Overrun Military Base in Borno, Inflict Heavy Casualties
The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has launched a devastating attack on a Nigerian military Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Wajiroko, Borno State, killing several soldiers and injuring senior officers including the Brigade Commander. According to military signals obtained by credible sources, the assault began around 10pm on Monday when terrorists stormed the base,…
Rivers State Announces Leadership Changes as Head of Service Resigns
The Rivers State Government has announced significant changes to its administrative leadership following the resignation of the Head of Service, Dr. George Nwaeke. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, confirmed the appointment of Dr. Iyingi Brown as Acting Head of Service. Dr. Brown previously served…
Federal Police Attempt to Re-Arrest TikToker During Lagos Court Appearance
The Nigeria Police Force, through its Force Intelligence Department (FID) in Abuja, has moved to re-arrest social media personality Olumide Ogunsanwo (popularly known as Seaking) during his court appearance at a Lagos Magistrate Court on Tuesday. The action relates to videos allegedly critical of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG),…
Dangote Refinery Begins Jet Fuel Exports to U.S., Set to Lower Aviation Prices
The Federal Government, through the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), has announced the commencement of jet fuel exports from the Dangote Refinery to the United States, a development expected to lower aviation fuel prices in North America ahead of the peak summer travel season. In a statement issued by refinery management and confirmed by…
Four Bank Employees Arrested in Lagos for £138,924 International Airline Fraud
Lagos, Nigeria – The Lagos State Police Command has arrested four bank employees for allegedly orchestrating a sophisticated fraud scheme that diverted £138,924 (over ₦270 million) from international airline accounts through illicit transfers. How the Fraud Was Uncovered According to CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the command’s spokesperson, the bank detected unauthorized transactions and alerted authorities, prompting…
#EndSARS: Nigerian Court Adjourns Case of 22 Brutality Victims Till May 28
Lagos, Nigeria – The Federal High Court in Ikoyi has adjourned the case of 22 victims of police brutality to May 28, 2025, after key defendants—including the Nigeria Police Force and Lagos State authorities—failed to appear in court. Victims Recount Horrors of Lekki Toll Gate Arrest One victim, speaking to journalists, described the violent crackdown…