Embattled founder of Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministries, Pastor Chris Okafor, yesterday, reported at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti, for questioning. Okafor, it was gathered, arrived at the department yesterday after some highly placed persons cautioned him about disobeying a lawful invitation. This was after failing to honour the police invitation on…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticized the Nigerian government for remaining silent on the recent US military operation in Venezuela, which saw the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, raised the concern during an interview on Politics Today on Channels Television. According to…
The authority has released the picture of the who was driving Anthony Joshua when he crashed and killed two of the boxing champion’s best friends in Nigeria last week. Adeniyi Kayode, 47 – pictured here for the first time – was at the wheel of the black Lexus SUV when it ploughed into the back…
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote as the new Director-General of the Nigerian Law School, making history as the first woman to head the institution since its establishment in 1962. The appointment, which takes effect from January 10, 2026, is for a four-year term. Odusote, 57, will succeed Isa…
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has thrown its weight behind the implementation of the new tax laws, which took effect last week. The body said its new position was informed by engagements with officials from several government agencies and departments, including the National Assembly, Department of State Services (DSS), and Nigeria Revenue Service…
U.S. immigration lawyers are cashing out from a special O-1 visa category that allows OnlyFans models, content creators and influencers from Nigeria and other countries to enter the U.S. based on their proven “extraordinary” abilities. Given the travel restrictions on B-1, B‑2, B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visa applicants, Nigerian sex workers and social media…
The Honourable Member representing Ibadan North Constituency I, Hon. Olufunke Comforter Olajide, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Alhaji Aliyu Dahiru Zungeru, the revered Sarkin Hausawa of Ibadanland, as she personally visited and joined the Sabo community to mourn the late traditional ruler. Hon. Olajide, who was present in person at the residence…
The three Omatu brothers who died in the inferno that razed a 25-storey building known as Great Nigeria Insurance House in Lagos Island, Lagos State, will be buried on January 14. GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that the fire incident, which occurred just hours before Christmas Day, spread rapidly to neighbouring buildings, including a mosque and a…
2nd January, 2026 The Chairman, Sahara Reporters Newspaper, Nigeria. REJOINDER BY BARR. ZUBAIRU A. BUBE: SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT ON FALSE AND MALICIOUS ALLEGATIONS PUBLISHED BY SAHARA REPORTERS DATED 26TH DECEMBER, 2025. 7 DAYS NOTICE TO RETRACT THE UNFOUNDED My attention has been drawn to a publication by Sahara Reporters titled “How Bauchi Governor’s Nephew…
The Oyo State Government has suspended the Sobaloju of Ofiki, Chief Jacob Sobaloju, over alleged involvement in illegal mining activities and violations of the State’s Executive Order 001/2023, which regulates mining operations across the state. The suspension, according to the government, is aimed at protecting the interests of Oyo State and safeguarding its gazetted assets….
