Category: NEWS
‘Judiciary Now Enables Corrupt Politicians To Mock God,’ Reactions Trail Court’s Decision To Grant Bello Leave To Attend Hajj Amid Fraud Trial
Nigerians have criticized the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja for its decision to grant former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello leave to travel to Saudi Arabia for the lesser Hajj amid his ongoing corruption trial. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is prosecuting Bello for alleged money laundering and misappropriation of funds amounting…
Bauchi Senator, Ningi Alleges ‘Political Undertone’ To Trump’s Sokoto Strikes, Says No Christian Genocide In Nigeria (VIDEO)
The lawmaker representing Bauchi Central Senatorial District, Abdul Ningi has condemned US President Donald Trump for bombing Nigeria’s Northwest region on Christmas day, saying the move carries what he described as ‘political and moral undertones.’ Recall that the United States, under the directive of President Donald Trump struck terrorists’ enclave in Sokoto State with air…
‘God Will Punish You Oyebanji And Your Assembly’ VDM Hits Out At Ekiti Governor For Prioritising Excesses Over Health In 2026 Budget
Nigerian social media personality Martins Vincent Otse also known as VeryDarkMan has criticised Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji for neglecting the health sector in the 2026 budget. The governor presented a ₦415.57 billion budget, focusing on agriculture, infrastructure, and human capital development, but VDM argue it doesn’t prioritize healthcare enough with a mere 68 million…
Super Eagles Player, Chukwueze Loses Mum Days After Teammate Ndidi’s Father Died In Car Crash
Super Eagles player, Samuel Chukwueze has lost his mother, Sarah Chukwueze, after a brief illness. The news was announced by his brother, David Chukwueze, on Instagram, with heartfelt tributes pouring in from fans and the football community. This tragedy comes just days after teammate Wilfred Ndidi’s father died in a car crash in Delta State….
‘Wike Defies Court Order, Sends Caterpillar To Destroy Life Camp Garden In Abuja’ Fayose Cries Out
Political activist Isaac Fayose, has condemned the destruction and demolition of Life Camp Garden in Abuja, accusing the FCT authorities led by Nyesom Wike of defying court orders. In a passionate statement and video on Instagram, Fayose highlighted that the garden, which had been developed over 12 years with investments exceeding ₦1 billion, is being…
EFCC Is Now Stealing More Than It Recovers — Media Personality Gana Blasts Chairman Olukoyede
A viral video circulating on social media has sparked fresh controversy around Nigeria’s anti-graft agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), after media personality Gana accused its operatives of widespread corruption and challenged Chairman Ola Olukoyede to subject staff to independent audits. In the clip, widely shared by advocate and digital strategist Somto Okonkwo…
Court Grants EFCC Wanted Man Bello Leave To Attend Hajj In Saudi Arabia Amid Corruption Trial
A former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has been granted permission by the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja to go to Saudi Arabia to perform the 2026 lesser Hajj in the holy Land. Justice Emeka Nwite, while granting the permission on Thursday, ordered that the travelling passport of the former governor which has…
‘Terrorists Have Taken Over Our Farms,’ Ondo Youths Decry Failure Of APC-Led Government To Tackle Incessant Kidnappings (VIDEO)
Youths of Ilu-Abo community in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State have staged a protest over the recent surge in kidnappings, accusing the All Progressives Congress APC led State Government of doing nothing to curb the situation. The protest followed the abduction of a middle-aged woman, Oladeinde Tomilola, who was kidnapped on Sunday…
Tinubu Follows Gumi’s Advice as Nigeria Signs Major Defence Pact with Turkey, Raising Questions About Who Controls the Country’s Security
In a move that has ignited widespread speculation across Nigeria, Tinubu has overseen the signing of a significant defence cooperation agreement with Turkey during a state visit to Ankara, just weeks after prominent Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi publicly urged the government to shift away from U.S. military partnerships toward “neutral” partners like Turkey. The…
I Dissociate Myself From Those Calling Other ADC Leaders Bad Names —Peter Obi Condemns Attacks on Coalition Partners
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has publicly condemned supporters who engage in personal attacks and name-calling against other leaders within the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition, describing such individuals as “criminal elements” intent on damaging his political brand and the broader unity effort ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a video…