Controversy Erupts as Wike Hosts Suspended Rivers Lawmakers in UK — Nigerians React with Outrage

In a move that has sparked widespread outrage across social media, Nigerian Stories has revealed via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, hosted suspended members of the Rivers State House of Assembly in the United Kingdom on Monday night.The revelation has ignited a stormContinueContinue reading “Controversy Erupts as Wike Hosts Suspended Rivers Lawmakers in UK — Nigerians React with Outrage”

JUST IN: Naira Hits Record Low at Official Market, Trades at N1,629/$

In a fresh blow to Nigeria’s economic stability, the naira has plunged further against the US dollar, trading at an alarming rate of N1,629 per $1 at the official market.The unsettling development was disclosed via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, sending shockwaves across financial circles and social media platforms. This marks one ofContinueContinue reading “JUST IN: Naira Hits Record Low at Official Market, Trades at N1,629/$”

From Reform to Ruin: X User Slams Tinubu’s Economic Policies as Catastrophic Gamble on Nigerians’ Lives

A popular Nigerian X (formerly Twitter) user known as DGov has sparked heated conversation online after lambasting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic strategy, particularly the simultaneous removal of fuel subsidy and the devaluation of the naira. In her strongly worded post, DGov stated:> “As much as I support the removal of petrol subsidy in Nigeria,ContinueContinue reading “From Reform to Ruin: X User Slams Tinubu’s Economic Policies as Catastrophic Gamble on Nigerians’ Lives”

Tension in Rivers: Reps Warn Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas Over ā€˜Unconstitutional’ Powers

In a bold and decisive move, the House of Representatives has issued a stern reminder to the Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), warning that he lacks the constitutional authority to enact laws or make legislative decisions for the oil-rich South-South state.The announcement, made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle ofContinueContinue reading “Tension in Rivers: Reps Warn Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas Over ā€˜Unconstitutional’ Powers”

Blood in the Bush: 30 Bandits Killed, 16 Motorcycles Seized in Daring Zamfara Vigilante Ambush

By: Zagazola Makama In a dramatic show of resistance and local bravery, no fewer than 30 armed bandits loyal to the notorious kingpin, Dan Rani, met their end in a blistering ambush by local vigilante operatives—popularly known as Yansakai—near Dansadau town in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State.According to intelligence sources who spoke toContinueContinue reading “Blood in the Bush: 30 Bandits Killed, 16 Motorcycles Seized in Daring Zamfara Vigilante Ambush”

Reject World Bank’s $1.08bn Loan, Probe Missing N233bn in Power Sector, SERAP Urges Tinubu

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reject the recently approved $1.08 billion World Bank loan, insisting that the government should instead prioritize probing and recovering over N233 billion in missing, diverted, or unaccounted public funds from key government agencies, notably the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading PlcContinueContinue reading “Reject World Bank’s $1.08bn Loan, Probe Missing N233bn in Power Sector, SERAP Urges Tinubu”

“Shut Down the DSS? When a Security Chief Admits Defeat, Who Defends the Nation?”

By SOS / Sonala Olumhense In August 2024, Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi, a veteran of Nigeria’s intelligence community, took the reins as Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS). Barely six months later, he has proposed a disturbing redefinition of security in Nigeria—one that seems to absolve the state of its constitutional duty to protectContinueContinue reading ““Shut Down the DSS? When a Security Chief Admits Defeat, Who Defends the Nation?””

ā€œBlood on the Road: Families of Slain Kano Hunters Threaten Reprisal If Uromi Killers Go Unpunishedā€

Amid Grief and Rage, Families Demand Swift Justice, Threaten Infiltration of Edo Community The families and associates of the 16 hunters brutally lynched in Uromi, Edo State, have issued a chilling ultimatum: arrest and prosecute the killers—or they will take matters into their own hands. In what is rapidly escalating into a volatile national crisis,ContinueContinue reading “ā€œBlood on the Road: Families of Slain Kano Hunters Threaten Reprisal If Uromi Killers Go Unpunishedā€”

Royal Rebirth: Oyo Kingdom Welcomes Oba Akeem Owoade As The 46th Alaafin Amid Grand Ceremony And Tight Security

The ancient town of Oyo has once again come alive with cultural splendour and regal excitement as Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade ascends the throne as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo. After a three-year interregnum following the passing of the late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, the revered stool of the Alaafin has finally found a newContinueContinue reading “Royal Rebirth: Oyo Kingdom Welcomes Oba Akeem Owoade As The 46th Alaafin Amid Grand Ceremony And Tight Security”