Ola Olukoyede, the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, warned real estate managers against involvement in money laundering. He made the statement during a courtesy visit by executives of the Association of Real Estate and Property Managers to the Benin Zonal Directorate of the EFCC. Visit Sparks Discussion on Fraud The association visited…
The United States Mission to Nigeria expanded its military support. It reinforced a long-standing partnership to enhance Nigeria’s counterterrorism capabilities. The mission shared details in a statement on its X handle. It noted that US troops trained about 200 soldiers from the Nigerian Army’s 26th Infantry Battalion in 2018. They focused on responding to improvised…
Nigeria declared its candidature for a seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2027-2029 term. Yusuf Tuggar presented the bid in a video statement. Yusuf Tuggar, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, highlighted the council’s role in fostering dialogue, prevention and cooperation. He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to work with the council’s mechanisms to…
Bola Tinubu, the President of Nigeria, approved the extension of the ban on raw shea nut exports for one year. The ban ran from February 26, 2026, to February 25, 2027. The presidency released this information in a statement on February 25, 2026. Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to the president on information and strategy, signed…
President Bola Tinubu decorated Tunji Disu as acting Inspector-General of Police on February 25, 2026. The ceremony took place at the Presidential Villa in Abuja and drew senior government officials. Appointment Follows Leadership Change Tunji Disu assumed the role after Kayode Egbetokun resigned from the position. Egbetokun cited family issues as the reason for his…
Prophet Robinson Ike stated that the imprisonment of Nnamdi Kanu did not halt the Biafra struggle. He expressed this view during a press briefing in Onitsha. Ike explained that the movement gained strength in the spiritual realm. He added that it awaited physical manifestation soon. Additionally, Ike introduced himself as the President of Biafra Republic….
Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, alleged that gunmen attacked members of his political camp in Edo State. He stated this in a video after an incident at the African Democratic Congress secretariat. Obi claimed the attack occurred shortly after he and party leaders left the ADC headquarters in Benin City. He described…
Authorities in Cameroon announced that Anicet Ekane died in custody on December 1, 2025. Ekane led the African Movement for New Independence and Democracy party. The government attributed his death to natural causes. However his family and supporters alleged medical neglect. This event followed a disputed presidential election in October 2025. Arrest and Detention Security…
Mike Johnson, the House Speaker, criticized Democrats who boycotted President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address. He made the remarks in an exclusive interview with CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil. Johnson stated that dozens of lawmakers skipped the event on February 25, 2026. Johnson’s Strong Rebuke Johnson called the boycott “detestable.” He said,…
Femi Falana, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, urged African nations to support Cuba against intensified United States sanctions. He issued the call in a statement on February 24, 2026. Falana described the measures as economic strangulation that violated Cubas sovereignty and humanitarian norms. Background on Sanctions The United States imposed new restrictions after capturing Venezuelan…
