Following the recent ban on the public parade of suspects by law enforcement agencies, some lawyers and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in the country have called on the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), to extend the measure to torture and other human rights violations in the justice system. They said that Nigeria […]

Seven years after it was delivered by a foreign contractor, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) is yet to deploy its N40 billion (current exchange rate N600 billion) Modular Floating Dock for industry use, as the facility is currently rotting away at the Naval Jetty in Apapa, Lagos. The floating dock, which can […]

The federal government has unveiled measures to rejig the livestock sector to harness its full potential and check wastages in the industry. The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, who gave account of his stewardship yesterday in Abuja, said the ministry had begun the implementation of major reforms in the sector to harness its N33 […]

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, of sabotaging education development in the state. Senior Special Assistant to the National Chairman of PDP on Media and Communication, Yusuf Dingyadi, made the disclosure during a press conference in Kaduna. The party raised the […] The post Sani is sabotaging education development in Kaduna, PDP alleges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

By Gloria Laraba Shoda The recent appointment of Hon. Ibrahim Ayokunle Isiaka as the new Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives has further highlighted a troubling reality: there is not a single woman among the ten presiding and principal officers leading the Nigerian House of Representatives today. While I extend my congratulations to […] The post Women’s exclusion from National Assembly leadership: An unacceptable development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Leaders of the Nigerian community in South Africa have confirmed that Anabela Rungo, the mother of Miss Universe Nigeria 2024, Chidimma Adetshina, has not been released by the country’s authorities. Rungo was detained by the South African Police Service on February 15, 2025, following immigration fraud allegations levelled against her in 2024. A Mozambican national, Read More

The Osun State government has acknowledged the security advice from the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) on its planned local government elections slated for Saturday, February 22, but outrightly rejected the advice on the ground of rule of law and aversion to police partisanship. A statement signed by the State’s Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, […]

Voletta Wallace, mother of hip-hop legend The Notorious B.I.G., has passed away at the age of 78. She died in the early hours of Friday at her home in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, according to Monroe County officials. While initially dismissive of her son’s music—once referring to it as “noise”—Wallace became a driving force in preserving his […]

Tribune Online IBB’s confession won’t undo injustice my family, Nigerians endured – MKO Abiola’s daughter Hafsat Abiola-Costello, daughter of the late Chief MKO Abiola, has dismissed former military leader Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s recent admission that her father won the June 12, 1993, presidential election, stating that it does not erase the decades of injustice suffered by her family and Nigerians. Reacting to Babangida’s revelation in his autobiography, A Journey in […] IBB’s confession won’t undo injustice my family, Nigerians endured – MKO Abiola’s daughter Tribune Online

Hafsat Abiola-Costello, the daughter of the late Chief MKO Abiola has stated that former military leader Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s admission of her father’s June 12 victory is a known fact. In her response to IBB’s June 12, 1993, presidential election disclosure via his book, autobiography, ‘A Journey In Service,’ Hasfat stated that her father’s victory […] The post IBB’s June 12 revelation not new, my father won – MKO Abiola’s daughter appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Hafsat Abiola-Costello, daughter of the late Chief MKO Abiola, has responded to former military leader Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s admission that her father won the June 12, 1993 presidential election. Reacting to Babangida’s revelation in his autobiograpghy, ‘A Journey In Service,’ Hafsat stated, “My father won, we always knew it.” She noted in a statement on Read More

A suit seeking to declare vacant the seat of the member representing Ideato North/South Federal Constituency of Imo State in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, has been uncovered in the Federal High Court, Abuja Judicial Division. The suit, with No. FHC/Abj/cs/28/1/2025, dated February 18, 2025, was filed by one Hon. Augustine Nwachukwu, who […]

The Ministry of Regional Development (MRD) has revealed that only N14.1billion of the N35.2billion approved for its projects in 2023 and 2024 has been released by the Federal Ministry of Finance, raising concerns over funding shortages. During a ministerial briefing in Abuja, the Minister, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, alongside the Minister of State, Uba Maigari Ahmadu, […]

Tribune Online Student leaders urge Kaduna govt, ASUU to resolve KASU strike The Forum of Student Leaders, Kaduna State, has appealed to the Kaduna State Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) in Kaduna State University (KASU) to amicably resolve the crisis that led to the ASUU strike at KASU. Student leaders urge Kaduna govt, ASUU to resolve KASU strike Tribune Online

A Pan-African women’s advocacy group, Africa Arise for Change Network, has criticised Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over her recent altercation with Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, calling for a public apology. In a statement issued on Friday by Patricia Idoko, the country representative of the organisation, the group said Akpoti’s actions on the senate floor during Thursday’s […]

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced that vacant top management positions in the four paramilitary services will be filled by the end of March 2025. The chairman of the Board and Minister of Interior, represented by the Controller-general of the Federal Fire Service (FFS), Abdulganiyu Jaji, shared this update […]

The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, Hashimu Argungu said police operatives should not use insurgency and Biafra agitation as excuses for corruption and extortion in the South-East states. Argungu gave the warning at the South-East Stakeholders Summit on Peace and Security organised by the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in partnership with South-East Civil Society […]

The Emir of Bade and Deputy Chairman of the Yobe State Traditional Council of Chiefs, Alhaji Umar Abubakar Suleiman, has commended Governor Mai Mala Buni for his efforts to facilitate research to address rising cases of kidney failure in the area. The Emir gave the commendation in an interview with LEADERSHIP in his palace in […]

Tribune Online FG deploying technology to reduce corruption in oil sector — Lokpobiri Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, said the Federal Government is deploying technology to reduce the corruption that had drawn the sector backward. Lokpobiri made the revelation while speaking as a panelist at the Heirs Energies Leadership Forum which was held at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel Abuja. While expressing optimism that investment […] FG deploying technology to reduce corruption in oil sector — Lokpobiri Tribune Online

Tribune Online Operatives arrest major arms supplier to bandits captured in Sokoto According to preliminary investigations, he was en route to deliver arms and ammunition to Bello Turji, Boka, and Halilu Buzu, three of the most notorious bandit leaders in the region. Operatives arrest major arms supplier to bandits captured in Sokoto Tribune Online

Tribune Online Africa needs leaders with right governance knowledge — Moghalu A Nigerian political economist and former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Prof Kingsley Moghalu, has emphasised the need for Africa to develop educational structure that will help equip people who want to become leaders, especially in political governance with the right knowledge and skills. He said that would be the surest way […] Africa needs leaders with right governance knowledge — Moghalu Tribune Online

Manchester United will face Spanish side Real Sociedad in the last 16 of the Europa League, while Tottenham will play AZ Alkmaar and Rangers meet Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce. Should United advance, they will play Romanian league leaders FCSB or Lyon in the quarter-finals. Spurs or Dutch side AZ Alkmaar will face Eintracht Frankfurt or Ajax […]

The countdown is on for TEDxKubwa 2025, a thought-provoking event set to challenge conventional notions of success and spotlight the transformative power of collaboration. With the theme “WIN-WIN,” this year’s edition is all about redefining achievement—not as a solo endeavor but as a shared experience that benefits all. Taking place on February 22, 2025, at […]

Real Madrid will take on City rivals Atletico Madrid in the round of 16 stage of the UEFA Champions League. The pairing was confirmed at the draw, which took place on Friday, February 21, 2025. In another exciting fixture, Premier League leaders Liverpool will take on Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain. It will be an […]

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has handed over a total sum of $120,548.43 and N70,602,841.46 to American, Spanish and Swiss victims of local fraudsters in Nigeria. The EFCC said it was a gesture of its commitment to tackling economic and financial crimes and offering restitution to victims of fraudulent practices. Details Later…

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammad Matawalle, has tasked security agencies to take proactive measures to maintain law and order in Osun State. The Minister expressed concern over the recent incidents in the local government areas of Osun State, which led to deaths of citizens. In a statement by the Director of […]

Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court in Lagos, on Friday, ordered the permanent forfeiture of $4.7million, N830million, and multiple properties linked to the immediate-past governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele. Justice Bogoro ordered that the monies and properties be handed over to the federal government after dismissing an application […]

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has promised that the legacies of touching the lives of the less-privileged children, the aged and the downtrodden enunciated by his late wife, Pastor Patience Eno, would be sustained, even after his tenure. Governor Eno also lauded his daughter, Lady Helen Eno Obareki, who had assumed the role […]

A former Governor of Niger State, Babangida Aliyu, has said the former military Head of State, Ibrahim Babangida, was lucky to have a chance to apologise to Nigerians for some of his actions. The Peoples Democratic Party chieftain said the former military leader deserves to be forgiven for his actions, especially in the annulment of Read More

The chairman of Heirs Holdings, Mr Tony Elumelu, has stated that Nigeria needed increased oil production to fund the country’s economic diversification and development. Elumelu stated this on Thursday at the Nigeria Petroleum Industry Leadership Discourse in Abuja, highlighting the crucial role of oil revenues in driving industrialisation, energy security, and infrastructural growth. The discourse, […]

The Head coach of Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, the D’Tigress, Rena Wakama, has been honoured by the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) as the Best Basketball Coach. This accolade, in remarkable recognition of Wakama’s coaching prowess, followed her outstanding performance during the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. The 33-year-old Wakama has been […]

In a significant move for the sport of boxing in Africa, Boris Van Der Vorst, the President of the World Boxing Federation, is set to visit Nigeria from February 23 to 26, 2025. This visit comes in response to the various challenges that boxing faces across the continent and represents an ongoing effort to engage […]

Tribune Online FULL LIST: Labour Party bigwigs who have left party since 2023 The Labour Party has been hit by a wave of defections, with at least 17 prominent members leaving the party since 2023. The exodus is attributed to the ongoing leadership crisis within the party, which has created an uncertain environment for politicians seeking to advance their careers. The defections are a significant blow to the […] FULL LIST: Labour Party bigwigs who have left party since 2023 Tribune Online

CitySports Africa has marked its fifth anniversary with the launch of a commemorative sports jersey, reinforcing its commitment to youth empowerment through sports. The organisation, established in 2019, has played a pivotal role in developing young athletes across Africa and the African diaspora by integrating sports with leadership and academic skill-building. The anniversary celebration, attended […]

Stakeholders within Nigeria’s sports sector has been urged to consistently project the sector in a positive light to attract the vital funding necessary for driving sustainable growth in the industry. The director-general of the National Sports Commission (NSC) Hon. Bukola Olopade, gave admonition at the Sports Africa Investment Summit (SAIS), co-organised by the NSC and […]

A shocking BBC Eye Investigation has uncovered how an Indian pharmaceutical company, Aveo Pharmaceuticals, was illegally manufacturing and exporting highly addictive opioids to West Africa, fueling a growing public health crisis. The Mumbai-based company produced unlicensed pills containing a dangerous combination of tapentadol, a potent opioid, and carisoprodol, a banned muscle relaxant. These drugs, marketed […]

Female science students in Kano have been encouraged to take courses in engineering to balance gender domination in the field. Commemorating the 2025 International Day of Women and Girls in Science on Thursday in Kano, Moses Agbara, the Director of Programs at the Youth Initiative for Sustainable Human Development in Africa, said they are in […]

The Kano State government has commenced the implementation of the second phase of its livestock empowerment programme under the Kano State Agro-Pastoral Development Project (KSADP). The empowerment programme, worth N2.3 billion, supports 671 beneficiaries with two bulls each, three months‘ feed, drugs, and a salt lick. The state commissioner for agriculture and natural resources, Dr […]

The chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, visited Zamfara and ordered troops to crush bandit leaders such as Bello Turji, among other kingpins, within one month. Addressing the troops of Operation Fansan Yamma in Gusau on Thursday, the army Chief said this must be done within one month to restore peace and develop […]

Justice Yetunde Adesanya of the Lagos State High Court, sitting at Tafawa Balewa Square yesterday, dismissed the no-case submission applications filed by Chidinma Ojukwu’s co-defendants in their ongoing trial for the murder of Usifo Ataga, the chief executive officer (CEO) of Super TV. Justice Adesanya refused the application filed by the second defendant, Adedapo Quadri, […]

The governor of Edo State, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, yesterday, celebrated his 100 days in office. He said he had laid the foundation for a homegrown economy where the state would be run by the people and not outsiders who he said came as consultants in the last administration. The event, which was held at the […]

Nigeria’s target of 2.06million bpd crude oil production target in 2025, is achievable, the Minister of State for Petroleum, Heineken Lokpobori has said. Lokpobori said this on Thursday in Abuja at the Nigeria Petroleum Industry Leadership Discourse, with the theme: “Nigeria’s Oil Production Growth Roadmap Acceleration Imperatives’’ organised by Heirs Energies Limited. ”The 2025 budget Read More

In the last couple of months, particularly after the confirmation of the tenure of the present Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, there has been so many disparaging comments against the appointor, who is the President of Nigeria, as well as the beneficiary of the confirmation. I have chosen to use the phrase confirmation in line […]

In what can only be described as a watershed moment in Nigeria’s history, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has once again demonstrated his unmatched foresight and unwavering commitment to national development by signing into law the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) Bill. This bold and transformative decision is a testament to his deep understanding of Nigeria’s […]

The Monetary Policy Committee of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) took a twist in its year-long inflation chase yesterday by holding all the parameters constant around the 27.5 per cent Monetary Policy Rate, attributing the decision to a moderation in major economic variables, especially the rebased inflation figure. However, analysts say they expect that […]

The federal government is set to activate 50 oil wells by March this year as part of efforts to achieve a crude output of 2.5 million barrels per day (bpd) by the end of 2025. The chief executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Gbenga Komolafe, announced this goal while speaking in a […]

The Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) meeting scheduled for Wednesday was postponed indefinitely following a dispute between state governments and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Ltd over outstanding remittances. State representatives boycotted the meeting, insisting that NNPC must first settle an estimated N1.7 trillion in pending revenues, which have remained unpaid since the full […]

The federal government has said it may consider the option to stop the patronage of Toyota vehicles for government officials if the automobile company and others that are mostly used by government and its agencies do not show proof of major contribution to the economy, including job creation for Nigerians. Minister of state for Industry […]

President Bola Tinubu has given his approval for the establishment of two new federal universities in Nigeria. The institutions are the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin Ekiti, and the Federal University of Agriculture and Development Studies, Iragbiji, Osun State. According to Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, the President’s approval is a significant […] The post President Tinubu Approves Establishment Of Two New Federal Universities In Ekiti, Osun appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Controversial social media critic, Martin Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has accused On-Air Personality (OAP) and former host of The Honest Bunch podcast, Chinedu Ani Emmanuel, widely known as Nedu, of misappropriating funds meant for a Non-Governmental Organisation’s (NGO) scholarship programme intended for Nigerian students. VeryDarkMan detailed how Nedu allegedly defrauded the charity organisation that […]

The revenue base of NEM Insurance Plc rose by over 100 per cent to N108 billion in 2024 as against N52.11 billion it posted in 2023 financial year end. Similarly, the company paid its policyholders, who suffered insured risks, N23 billion as claims to policyholders in 2024, rising by over N8 billion from N15.7 billion […]

Bello Turji, the notorious terror leader in northwestern Nigeria, has resurfaced in Sokoto State, imposing a hefty ₦25 million levy read more Terror kingpin Bello Turji resurfaces in Sokoto, imposes ₦25 million levy on villages

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs. Didi Walson-Jack, has praised the federal government for its steadfast dedication to enhancing sustainable environmental health services and ensuring safety throughout the nation. Walson-Jack emphasised the crucial role of the Federal Civil Service in shaping, implementing, and enforcing policies that promote environmental regulations aimed […]

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has publicly addressed recent media allegations regarding a contract dispute with a Saudi company, Mashariq al Dhahabia. NAHCON’s head of public affairs, Muhammad Ahmad Musa, stated this yesterday, affirming the commission’s unwavering dedication to transparency and accountability. He said the commission honours all contractual commitments. Recall that during […]

Niger’s National Committee has proposed a plan to return the country to civilian rule within five years under new guidelines that would limit political parties. The plan, presented by a National Conference composed of 700 community leaders, including members of the diaspora, was submitted to the junta that seized power in July 2023. According to Read More

An agronomy expert has expressed concern over the rapidly ageing farming population and insufficient government support for the food security agenda. In an exclusive interview with LEADERSHIP Friday, Professor Uche Amalu from the University of Calabar expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s current food security policies and the ageing demographic of its farming population. Data from […]

The director general of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo has been awarded an honourary fellowship by the Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers (NISafetyE) for ensuring safety standards in the aviation industry. Also, two staff members of the Nigeria Aviation Authority (NCAA), Engr Ini Udofia, technical assistant to the director general, and Engr Dr Iteke Ifeanyi, […]

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on regional and subregional human rights systems, governments, and Institutions in Africa to take decisive action to safeguard the human rights of its citizens in the face of climate change. The Executive Secretary of the NHRC, Dr Tony Ojukwu SAN, made the call in his opening remark […]

The Adamawa state governor, Rt. Hon. Adamu Umaru Fintiri has said that creating Michika Chiefdom is a “Bold step to harness the tremendous human and natural potential of the area.” Governor Fintiri made this statement in Michika, Adamawa state, yesterday during the presentation of office staff to His Royal Majesty, Mbege Ka Michika, Prof  Bulus […]

In a landmark move to revolutionise agriculture in the North Western region of the country, the Barau Initiative for Agricultural Revolution in the North West (BIARN), an initiative of the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Bank of Agriculture (BOA) to enhance food […]

By Sunday Ani The Nigeria Association for Public Opinion Research (NAFPOR) has pleaded with the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, to refrain from making empty public statements without the necessary legal action and directives to provide the leadership bite expected of his office. The group insisted that the […] The post Group berates AGF’s inaction on constitutional crisis rocking LG admin appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has told the Osun State government not to proceed with its planned local government area elections scheduled for Saturday, February 22. Fagbemi argued that “any such election, that may be held, will not only be invalid since the term of office […]

President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday in Abuja, said former Military President, Gen. Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida, showed unusual courage and patriotism by admitting that the late M.K.O. Abiola won the June 12 presidential election in 1993. The President, who was the Special Guest of Honour at the launch of Babangida’s autobiography, “A Journey In Service,” and […]

Tribune Online Pa Adebanjo was a respected political leader — Tinubu’s wife First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has described the late Afenifere chieftain, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, as a respected political leader She stated this during a condolence visit to his family in Lekki, Lagos. ALSO READ: Pa Adebanjo once told me it is time to go — Obasanjo The First Lady, during the visit, expressed gratitude for the opportunity […] Pa Adebanjo was a respected political leader — Tinubu’s wife Tribune Online

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja First Lady of Nigeria Oluremi Tinubu has described the late Afenifere chieftain, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, as a distinguished political leader whose legacy transcended political affiliations. She stated this during a condolence visit to the family at his Lekki residence in Lagos, according to a statement issued by her Media Aide, Bisola […] The post First Lady Tinubu pays tribute to late Ayo Adebanjo during condolence visit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

The EU’s top diplomat said Thursday she had initially thought US President Donald Trump had confused Volodymyr Zelensky with Vladimir Putin when he called the Ukrainian leader a “dictator”. “First when I heard this, I was like, oh, he must be mixing the two, because clearly Putin is the dictator,” Kaja Kallas told reporters in Read More

Tribune Online NNPP will defeat APC, PDP in free, fair elections — Kwankwaso As momentum continues to gather towards the 2027 general elections, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) national leader and former presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has predicted that his party, under free, fair and credible elections will win the 2027 presidential elections. The former governor of Kano State made the remarks during the party’s 8th […] NNPP will defeat APC, PDP in free, fair elections — Kwankwaso Tribune Online

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has revealed that former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), played a pivotal role in his entry into politics. Speaking on Thursday at the launch of IBB’s autobiography, “A Journey in Service,” Tinubu acknowledged Babangida’s influence in fostering young political leaders. “Without your influence, people like me would not be […] The post ‘You Inspired A Generation’ – Tinubu Credits IBB For His Entry Into Politics appeared first on Information Nigeria.

President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday in Abuja, assented to two separate Bills establishing the Federal University of Agriculture and Development Studies, Iragbiji, Osun State, and the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin Ekiti, Ekiti State. In a statement by Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday night, President Tinubu said the specialised institutions will […]

I’m glad I’m alive 32 years after to witness this, President says From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye and Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Thursday emphasised the importance of unity among African leaders in addressing the continent’s challenges during the launch of former military President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida’s autobiography, *A Journey in Service*. The event took […] The post Tinubu urges African unity at Babangida’s autobiography launch appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Nigeria has launched the ‘Nutrition 774’ Initiative, a nationwide programme aimed at tackling rising malnutrition rates among children, with Vice President Kashim Shettima calling it a crucial step in the country’s fight against hunger. Speaking at the launch of the initiative in Abuja, Shettima described malnutrition as a “national crisis” that affects productivity, learning, and […]

Tribune Online He was a consummate freedom fighter, Afe Babalola mourns Clark’s death Founder of Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, has described the late Chief Edwin Clark as a consummate freedom fighter who will be greatly missed for his role in the country. Babalola, in a condolence message made available to the Nigerian Tribune on Thursday, said the death of the leader of the Pan […] He was a consummate freedom fighter, Afe Babalola mourns Clark’s death Tribune Online

A Hajj monitoring and reporting organisation, Independent Hajj Reporters (IHR), has called on the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to refund excess fares paid by intending pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj exercise due to exchange rate differentials. According to the group, 26,287 confirmed intending pilgrims, who had paid their fares before the February 10 […]

A former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (retd.), has expressed gratitude to ex-Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (retd.), for restoring his military rank and honour, as well as for his contributions to Nigeria’s development. Gowon made the statement on Thursday in Abuja during the launch of an autobiography of Babangida. “I had a […]

Governors elected under the Peoples Democratic Party have declared their support for Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State amid the ongoing local government leadership crisis in the state. The crisis stems from last year’s dismissal of Osun State local government chairmen and councillors by the Federal High Court in Osogbo, followed by their reinstatement by Read More

The Senate has urged the Federal Government to honour the memory of the late Afenifere leader, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, by read more Senate calls on FG to honour late Afenifere leader Ayo Banjo

The Commissioner for Education in Edo State, Dr. Paddy Emmanuel Iyamu, has asserted that Governor Monday Okpebholo-led administration in the state was committed to better the lives of students with quality education under a conducive environment   He said that the governor, in his avowed determination to improve the education standard and well-being of students […]

On-air personality (OAP) and former host of The Honest Bunch podcast, Chinedu Ani Emmanuel, popularly known as Nedu, has debunked claims that he was fired from the show. Speaking at a press conference in Lagos on Thursday, Nedu clarified that his departure was a personal decision, not a forced removal, amid escalating controversy and personal […]

Senate plenary, on Thursday, was temporarily disrupted after Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, protested the relocation of her seat without prior notice. The session, presided over by Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, was underway when Chief Whip Senator Mohammed Ali Monguno raised a point of order, drawing attention to what he described […]

Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has debunked the claims of being at loggerheads with some National Assembly members, specifically, Senator Asuquo Ekpeyong representing Cross River South. The governor stated this while fielding questions from journalists in Calabar on Wednesday and disclosed that the re-election of members of the National Assembly in 2027 will be Read More

Nigerian model and Mr Nigeria 2024, Ugo Nwokolo, has revealed that he paid N5 million to appear on ‘The Honest Bunch’ podcast, hosted by On Air Personality (OAP) Nedu Wazobia, only to be manipulated into making controversial statements to drive traffic for show online. Recall that Nwokolo had in January faced a backlash over his […]

Tribune Online Publishers to further collaborate with NCC, other agencies to tackle piracy The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the GS Foundation, has implemented an Advanced Facilitators Training Program aimed at enhancing the instructional and leadership capabilities of police officers. This was contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Thursday by the Force Public Relations […] Publishers to further collaborate with NCC, other agencies to tackle piracy Tribune Online

Opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun has withdrawn from the forthcoming local government elections scheduled for Saturday, February 22. The withdrawal is contained in a letter dated February 17, signed by the APC state Publicity Secretary, Alao Kamorudeen and addressed to the Secretary of the State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC). APC premised the withdrawal […]

Tribune Online Kwara: Islamic group decries ritual killings, calls for parental responsibility Muslim clerics and traditional rulers have been urged to intensify efforts in enlightening the youth against the get-rich-quick syndrome, which is becoming increasingly prevalent in society. The spiritual leader (Amir) of an Islamic organization in Kwara State, The Companions (Ilorin District), Mallam Ismail Okunlola, made this call in a statement condemning the recent brutal killing […] Kwara: Islamic group decries ritual killings, calls for parental responsibility Tribune Online

The Office for Strategic Preparedness and Resilience (OSPRE) has trained selected local government areas in Benue State on early warning systems and responses to conflicts and disasters. Established in 2022 under ECOWAS frameworks, OSPRE, also known as the National Centre for the Coordination of Early Warning and Response Mechanisms, is tasked with fostering a culture […]

The federal government is looking to unlock more than $150 billion in dead capital and expand its economy by at least 30 per cent through a National Land Registration and Titling Programme, an initiative which is in partnership with the World Bank. Speaking during the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development 2025 sector retreat […]

Police authorities have been urged to investigate allegations linking Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu to the death of her husband, Rotimi Akeredolu, the former governor of Ondo State. Akeredolu passed away in December 2023 after a prolonged battle with cancer. His death has since fueled tensions between his widow and Omowunmi Isaac, the state’s finance commissioner. In an […]

The Federal High Court 1 sitting in Owerri, Imo State, presided over by Hon. Justice I.N. Oweibo has cleared the Head of Directorate of State of Indigenous People of Biafra, Chika Edoziem, of charges related to terrorism, insurgency, kidnapping and violent criminal activities. Justice Oweibo delivered the judgment in Suit No: FHC/OW/FHR/29/2024, between Mazi Chika Read More

The death of one student has been confirmed alongside four others that sustained varying degrees of injuries following the collapse of the corridor of a one block of two classrooms at Government Girls Science and Technical College Potiskum, Yobe State. The incident occurred at about 12noon on Thursday when the students were about to go […]

The confrontation between France and the countries of West Africa is increasingly attracting international attention. With French troops being pulled out of the Sahel Alliance countries, the French media are redoubling their efforts to smear the governments of these countries. According to Dr Paul D. Bekima, president of the Khepera Institute of Strategic Analysis in […]

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) through the Abuja Metropolitan Management Council (AMMC) has vowed to demolish structures at Zhidu, Piwoyi, and Peace villages that were illegally occupied at the Institution and Research District of Abuja. FCTA’s Director, Department of Development Control, Mr Mukthar Galadima, stated this during a stakeholders’ meeting with representatives of the […]

An Ogun State Magistrate’s Court, sitting in Isabo area of Abeokuta metropolis, on Thursday, admitted controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola Olalomi, popularly known as ‘Portable’, to a bail of N2 million. Portable, who was brought to court by the Police, was arraigned on a five count charges bothering on conspiracy to commit felony; unlawful assault on […]

As students of the Federal University Lokoja (FUL) in Kogi State continue to protest the death of five of their colleagues killed by an articulated vehicle last Monday, the Management of the institution has closed down the university indefinitely to prevent further unrest by the students. This was contained in a circular with Reference Number […]

Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola Olalomi, popularly known as Portable, has been arraigned at the Isabo High Court in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capitcal, over alleged assault on government officials. LEADERSHIP recalls that the ‘Zazu’ crooner was declared wanted by the police on February 18 in connection with an alleged assault on three officials from the […]

A new report from global energy management and automation leader Schneider Electric has revealed that homeowners are failing to take read more Homeowners overlook tech to cut energy costs, emissions – Schneider Electric

The Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Mr Tony Elumelu, has stressed the need for increased oil production to fund Nigeria’s economic diversification and development. Speaking on Thursday in Abuja at the Nigeria Petroleum Industry Leadership Discourse, he emphasised the importance of oil revenues in driving industrialisation, energy security, and infrastructural growth. The meeting, convened by Heirs Read More

The governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, has urged Nigerians to open bank accounts in banks that are close to them or have Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) close to them to avoid paying the new charges which takes effect from March 1, 2025. Speaking at the end of the Monetary Policy Committee […]

Tribune Online Cargo clearance: APM Terminals pledges to support National Single Window     The leadership of Nigeria’s National Single Window (NSW) project met with top officials of APM Terminals Nigeria in Apapa, Lagos, on Wednesday to gain insights into the port environment and secure the leading terminal operator’s support for the smooth rollout of the NSW project. The National Single Window is a Federal Government initiative […] Cargo clearance: APM Terminals pledges to support National Single Window Tribune Online

As part of efforts towards tackling the recurring clashes between farmers and herders in Oyo State, the chairman, Oluyole local government area, Hon Akeem Olatunji has warned that he will not condone any act of lawlessness. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting with security agencies, traditional rulers, farmers, and herders, Olatunji said the measure was part […]

Tribune Online Departure of key NASA officials casts further uncertainty over US moon program  The United States National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is facing another wave of leadership departures, further clouding the future of its Artemis moon program. Departure of key NASA officials casts further uncertainty over US moon program  Tribune Online