President Bola Tinubu has rejected the use of private military and security companies in African conflict zones. He warned that their involvement undermines state sovereignty and complicates counter-terrorism efforts. Speaking at the 7th African Union–European Union Summit in Luanda, Angola, during the plenary session on “Peace, Security, Governance and Multilateralism,” Tinubu stressed that peace initiatives…
The Director General of the State Security Services (DSS), Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi, released Kenneth Okechukwu Nwafor, who authorities had arrested in July 2022 for alleged links to the banned Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB). Nwafor comes from Isuikwuato Local Government Area in Abia State. DSS will pay him N5 million for his wrongful detention. In…
Prominent individuals across the country are uneasy after President Bola Tinubu ordered the withdrawal of police personnel attached to VIPs. The directive instructs the police to redirect officers to core policing duties. VIPs who still need armed protection must now apply to the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). VIPs React With Confusion and…
A Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan‘s cybercrime trial on November 24, 2025. Justice Mohammed Umar moved the case to February 4, 2026. He made this decision because he was absent from the session. Consequently, lawyers could not proceed with the hearing. The court had planned to address a defense objection that…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar registered with the African Democratic Congress in Adamawa State. He picked up his membership card at Jada Ward 1 in Jada Local Government Area. Supporters cheered loudly as his convoy arrived. They beat drums and waved placards with his image. Atiku waved back and greeted the crowd warmly. Additionally, Atiku…
Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, a prominent Islamic cleric in Nigeria, recently addressed the controversies surrounding his interactions with bandits. He said that his visits aim at engendering peace and dialogue. In addition, Gumi explained the approach he uses in a public statement. Defense of Visits Gumi said that he never goes to bandit hideouts alone, as…
The North-Central APC Forum accuses Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda of blocking Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang‘s defection from the PDP to the APC. Forum members claim Yilwatda frustrates efforts to attract the governor. Additionally, they point out his actions create internal tensions within the party. This allegation emerges amid preparations for the APC convention. The forum…
The Kaduna State Government has given former governor Nasir El-Rufai one week to provide evidence for his claim that Governor Uba Sani’s administration paid N1 billion to bandits. The state dismissed the allegation as “false and politically motivated.” Officials said El-Rufai must present proof or issue a public apology. Failure to do so may lead…
The Awolowo Foundation has rescheduled its upcoming dialogue after the passing of Mr. Olusegun Awolowo. He was the grandson of the late sage Obafemi Awolowo. The foundation expressed condolences to the family and the community. Attendees can participate in person at Efunyla Hall in Ikenne. Those unable to attend physically can join online. This ensures…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to either seek assistance or step down. The party cited recent attacks and school abductions in northern Nigeria. Speaking at a news conference in Abuja on Sunday, PDP National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, highlighted the kidnapping of students in Kebbi and Niger States, as…
