The Chief Executive Officer of Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC), Rekhiat Momoh, has raised alarm over widespread electricity theft by wealthy residents and hotels. She said the practice is one of the biggest causes of financial losses in Nigeria’s power sector. Momoh spoke at a PwC power roundtable held recently in Lagos. According to her,…
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday carried out raids on the offices and private residences of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), in Abuja and Kebbi State. However, Malami’s media aide, Mohammed Doka, confirmed the development and linked the action to recent comments made by the former minister…
FIFA has punished Malaysia with three 3–0 defeats for fielding ineligible players.The decision deepens an ongoing forgery scandal involving the national team. The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) confirmed the ruling on Wednesday. Friendly Results Overturned FIFA overturned Malaysia’s friendly wins over Palestine and Singapore.It also reversed a home draw against Cape Verde. All three…
Airtel Africa has entered a new partnership with SpaceX to deploy Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite technology across its African operations, including Nigeria. The move aims to extend mobile network coverage to remote and underserved areas where traditional telecom infrastructure remains unavailable or unreliable. The service will allow compatible smartphones to connect directly to satellites, removing the…
The Fidipote Ruling House of Ijebu Ode has stepped forward to claim the vacant Awujale throne, insisting that existing chieftaincy laws now give it the right to present candidates. The ruling house argues that the opportunity shifted to Fidipote after the Fusengbuwa Ruling House failed to act within the time allowed by law. Letter Sent…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will present the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly on Friday, December 19, 2025. The presentation will hold at 2:00 p.m. in Abuja. This event marks a major step in Nigeria’s fiscal process. Presidency Alerts Lawmakers Ahead of the appearance, the Presidency will notify lawmakers formally….
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, has approved the disengagement of 30 special advisers as part of a restructuring move in his administration. The decision aims to improve efficiency and strengthen governance across the state. Restructuring Under New Niger Agenda The Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, confirmed the development on Tuesday. He said the move…
Former President Muhammadu Buhari once believed his office inside the Presidential Villa was under secret surveillance, his daughter, Fatima Buhari, has revealed. The disclosure appears in a new biography titled From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari, written by Dr Charles Omole and unveiled in Abuja on Monday. Why Buhari Suspected Surveillance at…
Justice Ifeoma Okogwu murder suspect Godwin Mngumi has confessed to killing the retired Delta State Chief Judge during a robbery at her Asaba residence. Police paraded the 25-year-old suspect in a video released on Tuesday by the Delta State Police Command spokesperson, Bright Edafe. In the footage, Mngumi admitted that he recruited two accomplices to…
Peter Obi Labour Party exit is expected this week as unresolved leadership disputes continue to weaken the party ahead of the 2027 general election. Multiple political sources say the former presidential candidate has decided to step aside after months of internal wrangling within the Labour Party. The crisis has stalled decision-making and damaged the party’s…
