Abuja, June 21, 2025 – The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed the final forfeiture of ₦1.5 billion to the Federal Government, marking a significant legal victory in the country’s anti-corruption and asset recovery efforts. The appellate court upheld the decision of the Federal High Court, which had previously granted a final forfeiture order
Lagos, June 21, 2025 – The Lagos State Police Command has announced the arrest of Wasiu Akinwande, widely known by the alias “Olori Eso,” who has been described as one of the most dangerous and elusive hired killers operating in the state in recent years. Akinwande, whose reign of terror spanned several high-profile violent crimes
Abuja, June 21, 2025 – Development experts and policy stakeholders have called for urgent political will and improved governance to effectively combat the deepening climate crisis and persistent conflicts plaguing the Sahel region. This position was echoed at a high-level policy dialogue held in Abuja, where participants underscored the urgent need for coordinated, inclusive, and
Abuja, June 21, 2025 – The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has applauded Nigeria’s strides in advancing migration governance and strengthening disaster preparedness mechanisms, citing the country’s evolving framework as a model for inclusive and forward-looking policy development. The commendation came during a courtesy visit by a delegation from IOM, led by the Chief of
Abuja, June 21, 2025 – In a move aimed at boosting youth empowerment and vocational training, Engineer Suleiman Adamu Momoh has formally handed over the Agadagba Skills Acquisition Centre to the Federal Ministry of Youth Development. The handover ceremony, held at the centre’s premises, was attended by officials from the Ministry, community stakeholders, and representatives
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, has openly criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for failing to visit Yelwata, a community in Benue State plagued by recent violent attacks, during his official trip to the state. Obi described the president’s excuse of poor road infrastructure as insufficient and insensitive, given the gravity
The financial allocation from the Federal Government to the management of the National Assembly has seen a dramatic surge over the last two years, rising from ₦126.3 billion in 2022 to a staggering ₦316 billion in the 2024 fiscal year. This represents a 150 per cent increase in budgetary disbursement to the legislative institution’s administrative
The African Action Congress (AAC) has raised serious concerns over the harrowing attack on Margret Joshua, a 20-year-old deaf woman, who was viciously assaulted in Tula Baule Yakku, within Kaltungo Local Government Area of Gombe State on May 27. According to the party, Margret was assaulted while washing clothes by the riverside when Abubakar Lamido,
Innalillahi waina ilehi rojiun! With deep sorrow and total submission to the will of Allah, Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT) announces the passing of Alhaji Oyebanji (Banji) Busari, former National Public Relations Secretary (NPRS) of the Society. He peacefully returned to his Creator this morning, leaving behind a legacy of dedicated service and unwavering commitment to the
Iran has announced the appointment of a new head for the intelligence division of its Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), following the recent killing of the former chief in an Israeli airstrike. According to the official Irna news agency, Major General Mohammad Pakpour, commander of the IRGC, has appointed Brigadier General Majid Khadami to lead
