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Kano Gov., Abba Yusuf, Defects to APC With Lawmakers, Chairmen

The Governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, on Monday defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), leading a mass political realignment involving 34 lawmakers, 44 local government chairmen, and several political appointees. The defection followed consultations and what the governor described as a careful assessment of Kano State’s future aspirations. Mr. Yusuf said his decision […]

Adeleke Seeks Release of ‘Withheld’ ₦130bn Statutory Allocations

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has demanded the immediate release of more than ₦130 billion in statutory allocations which he said have been withheld from the state’s local governments, warning that the continued blockade is crippling grassroots governance and deepening hardship for workers and residents. The governor made the demand in a statewide broadcast […]

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf to Rejoin APC After Quitting NNPP

Kano State Governor, Mr. Abba Yusuf, is set to rejoin the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday, January 26, 2026, following his resignation from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). The development was confirmed in a statement issued on Sunday by the governor’s spokesperson, Mr. Bature Tofa. According to the statement, Mr. Yusuf’s decision marks […]

NDLEA Arrests Brazilian Woman With ₦3bn Heroin Haul at Abuja Airport

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 30-year-old Brazilian woman, Ms. Ingrid Benevides, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, with 30.09 kilogrammes of heroin, in what the agency described as the largest single heroin seizure ever recorded at the airport. The NDLEA disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday by […]

US Expands Military Ties With Nigeria in Push Against IS Militants

The United States military has increased deliveries of military equipment and expanded intelligence sharing with Nigeria as part of what it describes as a more “aggressive” continental campaign against Islamic State (IS)-linked militant groups, a senior American commander has said. The Deputy Commander of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), Lt. Gen. John Brennan, disclosed […]

EFCC Targets Banks, Fintechs over N162bn Crypto Fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called for the suspension and prosecution of deposit money banks, Fintech companies, and microfinance banks accused of aiding and abetting fraudsters in defrauding Nigerians through large-scale financial scams. The Director of Public Affairs at the Commission, Mr. Wilson Uwujaren, made the call in Abuja on the sidelines […]

Nigeria and U.S. Deepen Alliance on Security, and Counter-Terrorism

Nigeria and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation on religious freedom and national security, pledging sustained joint action to protect vulnerable communities and ensure accountability for perpetrators of violence. This was contained in a joint statement issued by Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and the leader of the […]

Kano Governor Abba Yusuf Dumps NNPP Amid Defection Runours

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has formally resigned his membership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), bringing weeks of political speculation to an end. The development was disclosed by the Governor’s spokesperson, Mr. Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, while presenting Yusuf’s letter of resignation. According to Mr. Tofa, the Governor conveyed his decision […]

Nine-Year Delay Costs Lagos as Supreme Court Ends Al-Mustapha Trial in Kudirat Abiola Case

The Supreme Court has dismissed the long-running trial of Major Hamza Al-Mustapha (rtd), former Chief Security Officer to ex-military Head of State, Gen. Sani Abacha, in connection with the murder of Mrs. Kudirat Abiola. During proceedings, Lagos State was expected to reopen the trial. However, no legal representation appeared for the state, and no court […]

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