In a swift and decisive move, Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has indefinitely suspended a top-ranking government official, Nasiru Abubakar Kigo, over controversial remarks that alleged Kebbi and Sokoto States have the highest number of registered gays and lesbians in Northern Nigeria.The suspension, which sent shockwaves across the state, was confirmed on Friday byContinue reading "Outrage in Kebbi: Governor Suspends Top Official Over Controversial Gay Population Claim"
BREAKING: Patience Jonathan in Secret Meeting with Bayelsa Prison Chiefs Amid Shocking 6-Year Detention of 15 Domestic Workers Over Missing Jewellery
Fresh waves of outrage have been ignited following reports that former First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, held a clandestine meeting on Friday with top officials of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) in Bayelsa State, even as public pressure mounts over the illegal detention of 15 domestic workers accused of stealing her jewellery — a caseContinue reading "BREAKING: Patience Jonathan in Secret Meeting with Bayelsa Prison Chiefs Amid Shocking 6-Year Detention of 15 Domestic Workers Over Missing Jewellery"
Atiku Slams Tinubu Government Over Worsening Security Crisis, Condemns Routine Bloodshed Across Nigeria
In a scathing rebuke of the Bola Tinubu administration, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed grave concern over Nigeria’s deteriorating security situation, lamenting the routine massacre of citizens and the federal government's alarming complacency.Atiku said Nigerians have now become numb to daily reports of killings, describing the failure of the Tinubu-led government’s security frameworkContinue reading "Atiku Slams Tinubu Government Over Worsening Security Crisis, Condemns Routine Bloodshed Across Nigeria"
Busted at the Airport: Nigerian Man Jailed for Smuggling $40,000 Hidden in Shoe
In a dramatic courtroom verdict, Justice A.O. Owoeye of the Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos, has sentenced a man, Igboezue Emeka, to one month imprisonment for attempting to smuggle $40,000 in undeclared cash through the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.Emeka’s downfall began on February 12, 2025, when operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) interceptedContinue reading "Busted at the Airport: Nigerian Man Jailed for Smuggling $40,000 Hidden in Shoe"
U.S. Mission Intensifies Scrutiny of Edo Governorship Appeal Amid Allegations of Electoral Irregularities
The United States Mission in Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to democratic integrity, announcing that it is closely monitoring the appeal process of the controversial Edo State governorship election. This comes in response to growing concerns from civil society organisations and election observers over alleged irregularities during the polls—particularly lapses in the collation of results.TheContinue reading "U.S. Mission Intensifies Scrutiny of Edo Governorship Appeal Amid Allegations of Electoral Irregularities"
BREAKING: President Tinubu Appoints Ayo Sotinrin as New Managing Director of Bank of Agriculture
In a significant move aimed at revitalizing Nigeria’s agricultural financing sector, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Ayo Sotinrin as the new Managing Director of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA).The announcement was made via a post on the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, sparking a wave of reactions from stakeholdersContinue reading "BREAKING: President Tinubu Appoints Ayo Sotinrin as New Managing Director of Bank of Agriculture"
Terror on Benue Highway: Gunmen Kill Driver, Passenger and Abduct 13 in Deadly Attack on ‘Benue Links’ Bus
In yet another brazen display of lawlessness, heavily armed gunmen unleashed terror on commuters in Benue State on Thursday evening, killing two and abducting 13 passengers aboard a commercial bus operated by Benue Links Nigeria Limited.The gruesome attack occurred near the Otukpo Burnt Bricks area in Otukpo Local Government Area, plunging families into anguish andContinue reading "Terror on Benue Highway: Gunmen Kill Driver, Passenger and Abduct 13 in Deadly Attack on ‘Benue Links’ Bus"
“She Should Be Behind Bars!” — Sowore Slams Patience Jonathan Over N750m Jewellery Scandal, Demands Justice For 15 Domestic Workers Jailed Since 2019
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has launched a scathing attack on former First Lady of Nigeria, Dame Patience Jonathan, insisting that she belongs behind bars over her questionable ownership of jewellery worth N750 million — not the 15 domestic workers who have been rotting in detention for over six years withoutContinue reading "“She Should Be Behind Bars!” — Sowore Slams Patience Jonathan Over N750m Jewellery Scandal, Demands Justice For 15 Domestic Workers Jailed Since 2019"
Reclaiming Democracy: African Centre, CDD, Others Urge Electoral Reforms, End to Godfatherism and Judiciary Autonomy
In a bold push to revive Nigeria’s democratic ideals and safeguard its electoral integrity, a coalition of pro-democracy organisations and policy think tanks have called on the Nigerian government to immediately implement sweeping electoral reforms and ensure financial autonomy for the judiciary and electoral bodies.This powerful call to action came at the Subnational Strengthening DemocracyContinue reading "Reclaiming Democracy: African Centre, CDD, Others Urge Electoral Reforms, End to Godfatherism and Judiciary Autonomy"
Deadly Blast in Lagos: Military Grenade Kills One, Injures Three in Mushin Community Horror
Panic gripped residents of Idi-Araba in the Mushin area of Lagos State on Thursday, April 3, 2025, after a thunderous explosion tore through Taiwo Street, killing one and injuring three others in a tragic incident involving military-grade weaponry.According to reports from the Lagos State Police Command, the devastating blast occurred after a scavenger, rummaging throughContinue reading "Deadly Blast in Lagos: Military Grenade Kills One, Injures Three in Mushin Community Horror"
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