2027 Power Play: PDP Governors, Peter Obi, and NNPP Weigh Alliance to Unseat Tinubu

As Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 general elections, a high-stakes political battle is brewing. Prominent opposition forces, including governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, and key figures from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), are reportedly in talks over a grand alliance to challenge President BolaContinueContinue reading “2027 Power Play: PDP Governors, Peter Obi, and NNPP Weigh Alliance to Unseat Tinubu”

Political Firestorm: Fubara Insists on Budget Presentation Amid Rivers Assembly Standoff

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has once again reached out to the State House of Assembly, notifying lawmakers of his intention to re-present the 2025 Appropriation Bill for consideration and approval. This move follows a dramatic standoff between the governor and the legislature, adding yet another twist to the ongoing power struggle in the state.InContinueContinue reading “Political Firestorm: Fubara Insists on Budget Presentation Amid Rivers Assembly Standoff”

Akpabio Pleads for His Daughters’ Future Amid Natasha’s Controversy, Warns Against Blocking Women’s Political Rise

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has made an impassioned appeal to Nigerian politicians, urging them not to allow the controversy surrounding Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) to deter the appointment of women to high-ranking political positions.Speaking during a plenary session on Thursday, Akpabio expressed concern that Akpoti-Uduaghan’s approach to her grievances could set a dangerousContinueContinue reading “Akpabio Pleads for His Daughters’ Future Amid Natasha’s Controversy, Warns Against Blocking Women’s Political Rise”

Customs Intercepts Over $1.1 Million in Undeclared Cash at Kano Airport, Smuggler Convicted

In a significant crackdown on illicit financial activities, operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have intercepted a staggering sum of $1,154,900 and SR135,900 in undeclared foreign currency at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA).The interception was made during a routine baggage check on an inbound passenger, Hauwa Ibrahim Abdullahi, who arrived aboard SaudiContinueContinue reading “Customs Intercepts Over $1.1 Million in Undeclared Cash at Kano Airport, Smuggler Convicted”

Abuja Court Orders Arrest of VeryDarkMan Over Defamation of Gospel Singer Mercy Chinwo

The legal battle over online defamation has taken a new turn as the Abuja Chief Magistrate Court has issued an arrest warrant for controversial social media critic, VeryDarkMan. The court order follows allegations that he defamed renowned gospel singer Mercy Chinwo, a widely celebrated figure in the Nigerian music industry.The news was officially confirmed byContinueContinue reading “Abuja Court Orders Arrest of VeryDarkMan Over Defamation of Gospel Singer Mercy Chinwo”

“APC Is Dead: El-Rufai Exposes Ministerial Bribery Under Tinubu’s Government”

Malam Nasir El-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State, has made explosive revelations about the inner workings of President Bola Tinubu’s All Progressives Congress (APC) government, alleging that ministerial appointments were up for sale.In a tell-all interview with BBC Hausa, El-Rufai disclosed that he personally knows individuals who paid bribes to secure ministerial positions in Tinubu’sContinueContinue reading ““APC Is Dead: El-Rufai Exposes Ministerial Bribery Under Tinubu’s Government””

House of Representatives Set to Pass President Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bills in Landmark Legislative Move

Nigeria’s legislative landscape is poised for a significant shift as the House of Representatives prepares to pass President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s tax reform bills today.The news was officially disclosed by Nigerian Stories on its X handle, setting the stage for what could be a transformative moment in the nation’s economic framework.These tax reform bills, aContinueContinue reading “House of Representatives Set to Pass President Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bills in Landmark Legislative Move”

Sowore Blasts Northern Governors for Closing Schools During Ramadan While Sending Their Children Abroad with Public Funds

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has launched a scathing attack on northern Nigerian leaders, accusing them of shutting down public schools during Ramadan while sending their own children to elite private institutions in Abuja and overseas—funded by public resources meant for Nigeria’s struggling education sector.Sowore’s outburst follows a wave of criticismContinueContinue reading “Sowore Blasts Northern Governors for Closing Schools During Ramadan While Sending Their Children Abroad with Public Funds”

IGP Egbetokun Orders Strategic Shake-Up: 7 AIGs, 18 Commissioners Redeployed for Enhanced Policing

In a bold move to fortify the operational effectiveness of the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the immediate redeployment of seven Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs) to critical command positions across the country. Additionally, 18 Commissioners of Police (CPs) who are awaiting promotion to AIG rank—pending approval fromContinueContinue reading “IGP Egbetokun Orders Strategic Shake-Up: 7 AIGs, 18 Commissioners Redeployed for Enhanced Policing”

Court Upholds Ban on Prostitution in Abuja, Dismisses Sex Workers’ Rights Suit

In a landmark ruling, the Federal High Court in Abuja has refused to legalize prostitution, dismissing a suit filed by commercial sex workers seeking to enforce their fundamental rights in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).Presiding over the case, Justice James Omotosho described prostitution as an immoral act incompatible with the cultural values of Nigeria’s diverseContinueContinue reading “Court Upholds Ban on Prostitution in Abuja, Dismisses Sex Workers’ Rights Suit”