The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed widespread claims that it froze all bank accounts belonging to the Osun State Government, insisting that only one account is currently under restriction as part of an ongoing financial investigation. The anti-graft agency said the temporary action was taken after investigators detected suspicious transactions linked to … Read more
Former Nigerian Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, has been thrown into mourning following the death of her husband, Anthony Adeniyi Adeosun, who passed away in Lagos at the age of 62. The news of his passing was confirmed by the Adeosun family in an official statement released on Thursday, revealing that he died on Wednesday, … Read more
FIFA President, Gianni Infantino has issued a public apology over the controversial proposal to sell a stake in the governing body’s flagship competitions, including the FIFA World Cup, but has made it clear that he has no intention of stepping down despite mounting criticism from football leaders, politicians and former players. The apology comes after … Read more
The Federal Government has directed that all outstanding two-month wage awards owed to federal civil servants be paid on or before August 15, 2026, following a crucial meeting with organised labour that successfully averted a nationwide industrial confrontation. The resolution was reached after a high-level meeting held on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, between the Minister … Read more
The Arewa Youth for Peaceful Coexistence has declared that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, remains one of Nigeria’s strongest political forces ahead of the 2027 general election, insisting that no political party, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC), can easily match his political influence. The group made the declaration on … Read more
The political landscape in Gombe State has witnessed another significant shift ahead of the 2027 general election following the resignation of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Secretary for Gombe Local Government Area, Hon. Babangida Usman, who has officially joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to support the governorship ambition of former Minister of Communications and … Read more
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has thrown his weight behind the newly established Iru Ekun Security Network founded by Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, with a donation of ₦100 million and a brand-new Toyota Hilux vehicle. The donation represents one of the biggest endorsements received by the … Read more
Temitope Osoba, the popular Nollywood actress celebrated for her roles in Yoruba-language films, has died at the age of 40, bringing an abrupt end to a career that inspired many within and beyond Nigeria’s movie industry. News of her passing broke on Wednesday after fellow actor, Alesh Sanni, announced her death in an emotional post … Read more
A fresh appeal has been made to the leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) to immediately resolve the lingering uncertainty surrounding the Party’s official logo, as preparations for Nigeria’s 2027 general elections continue to gather momentum. The call came from Esther Umoh, a campaign photographer and media aide to the Party’s presidential candidate, Peter … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a sweeping salary increase for members of the Nigerian Armed Forces, with personnel set to receive pay raises ranging from 30 percent to 80 percent under a new welfare package designed to improve troop morale and strengthen national security. The new salary structure, which will take effect from September … Read more