The family of former Nigerian President Shehu Shagari has announced the death of his last surviving wife, Hajiya Saratu Shehu Shagari, at the age of 89. The announcement was made in a statement signed by the eldest son of the former President and Sarkin Mafaran Shagari, Capt. Bala Shagari. He disclosed that Hajiya Saratu…
The crisis rocking the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) took another dimension on Monday as some members loyal to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, petitioned the National Judicial Council (NJC) over alleged judicial misconduct by Justice A.L. Akintola of the Oyo State High Court. The petition was written by Hon. Austine…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Monday revealed that under his watch as the Nigeria’s Head of State, late United States President Jimmy Carter would not do anything in Africa without his knowledge, a statement which appeared to be a veiled remark on the ongoing controversy over President Donald Trump’s military invasion threat on the country….
Bosun Tijani, minister of communications, innovation and digital economy, says the National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill, 2025, is expected to be signed into law this week by President Bola Tinubu. Tijani spoke on Monday at a public hearing jointly convened by the senate and house of representatives committees on ICT and cybersecurity. “This bill…
The Federal Government will, in 2026, roll out two additional investment funds targeting Nigerian technology and creative startups under its Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) programme, officials disclosed over the weekend. The new financing windows, a creative sector fund, and a “fund of funds” for smaller investment vehicles are part of the government’s…
Governor Umaru Bago of Niger State has reportedly ordered the arrest of Malam Idris Usman Makanta, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former governorship aspirant in the state. Our correspondent gathered that Makanta, who also served as a coordinator of the Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria (RIFAN) in Niger, was picked up…
Nasarawa State governor, Engr. Abdullahi Sule, has dismissed claims of genocide against persons of Christianity faith as reason for the America’s planned invasion of Nigeria. Engr. Sule said America doesn’t care about any interests other than those that enhance its collective advantage. He spoke at the opening ceremony of the 30th National Choral Convention by…
The National Patriotic Elders for Peace and Harmony of Nigeria, has urged President Tinubu to slam Treasonable Felony charges against citizens who reported alleged massacre of Christians to America. Speaking in a press release, President of the Elders, Dr Bature AbdulAziz, said what those who lack patriotism and respect for Nigeria did was nothing but…
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has advised Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, to have a rethink about his 2027 presidential ambition. The party’s spokesperson, Seye Oladejo, gave the advice in a statement on Sunday in reaction to the LP’s performance in Saturday’s governorship election in Anambra. Mr…
Chioma Ifemeludike, the African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate in the November 8 Anambra State governorship election, has declared herself a winner despite getting 292 votes. Ifemeludike took to her X account on Sunday, stating that integrity stands higher than political deception. The incumbent governor, Chukwuma Soludo was declared the winner of the poll, with…