As Nigeria’s political temperature rises ahead of the 2027 general elections, the 2023 Presidential Candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has shut down speculations of a looming defection, declaring his unshakable loyalty to the NNPP while hinting at possible political alliances.Kwankwaso, who spoke at the 9th National Executive CommitteeContinue reading "2027 Showdown: Kwankwaso Rules Out Defection, Declares NNPP “The Beautiful Bride” of Nigerian Politics"
Federal Government Crushes 1,316 Illicit Arms In Bold Move Against Proliferation
In a decisive push to curb the proliferation of illegal firearms threatening Nigeria’s security, the Federal Government has destroyed 1,316 illicit arms, reaffirming its commitment to ending the cycle of violence, crime, and terrorism fueled by uncontrolled weapons.The destruction exercise, which took place yesterday at the Muhammadu Buhari Cantonment, Giri, Abuja, was spearheaded by theContinue reading "Federal Government Crushes 1,316 Illicit Arms In Bold Move Against Proliferation"
2027 Showdown: PDP Courts Jonathan, Peter Obi, Eyes Grand Alliance To Unseat APC
Nigeria’s political scene is bracing for a thunderstorm as Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has dropped a bombshell — the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is secretly in talks with two of the country’s biggest political heavyweights: former President Goodluck Jonathan and 2023 Labour Party flagbearer, Peter Obi.Mohammed, speaking in an explosive interview on Channels Television,Continue reading "2027 Showdown: PDP Courts Jonathan, Peter Obi, Eyes Grand Alliance To Unseat APC"
NEC Approves Renewed Hope Economic Development Plan 2026–2030, Sets Course for $1 Trillion Economy
The National Economic Council (NEC) has given the green light to Nigeria’s new Medium-term National Development Plan (2026–2030), christened the Renewed Hope Economic Development Plan, a bold framework designed to consolidate ongoing reforms and push President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ambitious $1 trillion economic growth target.The approval came on Thursday during the 151st NEC meeting, presidedContinue reading "NEC Approves Renewed Hope Economic Development Plan 2026–2030, Sets Course for $1 Trillion Economy"
Drama in Ondo: Police Arrest Pastor and Wife for Masterminding Fake Kidnap to Extort Relatives
By TVCN The Ondo State Police Command has exposed a shocking case of deception, arresting a clergyman and his wife for allegedly orchestrating a fake kidnapping in a desperate bid to extort millions from their relatives.According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola, the suspects — 62-year-old Pastor Sanmori Olubumi Joshua andContinue reading "Drama in Ondo: Police Arrest Pastor and Wife for Masterminding Fake Kidnap to Extort Relatives"
Tragedy in Kajuru: Bandits Kill Farmer, Abduct Villagers in Fresh Kaduna Attack
By: Zagazola Makama Fear and grief have once again gripped Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State as armed bandits struck Sarkin Bajaga village on Wednesday, killing a farmer, injuring another, and whisking away several villagers to an unknown destination.According to credible sources, the assailants stormed the community while residents were working on their farmlands,Continue reading "Tragedy in Kajuru: Bandits Kill Farmer, Abduct Villagers in Fresh Kaduna Attack"
BBNaija S10: Evicted Housemate Gigi Jasmine Exposes Imisi as ‘Fake’ and Faith as ‘Master Manipulator’
Recently evicted Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate, Gigi Jasmine, has stirred up drama outside the house with explosive revelations about her fellow contestants. In a tell-all interview with Pulse Nigeria, Gigi did not hold back as she described some housemates as “fake,” “manipulative,” and “strategic to a fault.”When asked who she believed was theContinue reading "BBNaija S10: Evicted Housemate Gigi Jasmine Exposes Imisi as ‘Fake’ and Faith as ‘Master Manipulator’"
APC’s Triumph Rooted in Grassroots Mobilization, Not Vote Buying – Argungu
The National Organizing Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sulaiman Argungu, has firmly rejected allegations that the ruling party’s recent electoral victories were fueled by vote buying. Instead, he attributed the successes to strategic grassroots mobilization, visionary leadership, and the renewed commitment of the party’s national executives.Speaking in a video interview with Symfoni TV,Continue reading "APC’s Triumph Rooted in Grassroots Mobilization, Not Vote Buying – Argungu"
CBN Orders Mandatory Geo-Tagging of PoS Terminals Nationwide to Combat Fraud, Tighten Oversight
In a sweeping move aimed at sanitising Nigeria’s financial ecosystem, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has ordered that all Point of Sale (PoS) terminals across the country be geo-tagged within the next 60 days.The directive, contained in a circular dated August 26, 2025, and obtained by our correspondent, marks a decisive step in theContinue reading "CBN Orders Mandatory Geo-Tagging of PoS Terminals Nationwide to Combat Fraud, Tighten Oversight"
Adamawa Police Recover Stolen Vehicle Linked to Armed Robbery, Call on Public to Claim Ownership
Ref No. CZ: 5300/ADS/PPRO/VOL.6/224Date: 27th August, 2025 The Adamawa State Police Command has announced the recovery of a vehicle believed to have been stolen during an armed robbery incident, urging rightful owners to come forward with proof of ownership.In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, ANIPR, on behalfContinue reading "Adamawa Police Recover Stolen Vehicle Linked to Armed Robbery, Call on Public to Claim Ownership"
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