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Obasanjo, Presidency Clash Over Nigeria’s Worsening Insecurity

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and the Presidency yesterday exchanged strong words over Nigeria’s worsening security situation, with both sides accusing the other of failing the nation at critical moments. Speaking in Jos at the second edition of the Plateau State Unity Christmas Carol, held at the Ten Commandments Prayer Altar, Obasanjo warned that Nigeria “is […]

‘Where Is the Money?’ Waldrum Challenges NFF as Falcons’ World Cup Preparations Come Under Scrutiny

Former Super Falcons Head Coach, Mr. Randy Waldrum, has called on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to account for the $960,000 he claims FIFA disbursed to all participating nations in October 2022 ahead of preparations for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. In a viral video circulating on social media, […]

Tinubu Sends 32 Ambassadorial Nominees to Senate, Including Ugwuanyi, Yakubu, Fani-Kayode, Omokri

President Bola Tinubu has nominated 32 individuals, including a former Governor of Enugu State, Mr. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi; the immediate past Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu; former Minister, Mr. Femi Fani-Kayode; and ex-Presidential Aide, Mr. Reno Omokri, as ambassadors. Others on the list include a former Governor of Abia State, […]

EFCC Summons Former Attorney-General Malami for Interview

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has summoned the immediate past Attorney-General of the Federation, Mr. Abubakar Malami. The invitation, contained in a letter dated 24 November, scheduled the former minister to appear before investigators on Friday, 28 November. “The Commission is investigating a case for which the need to obtain certain information from […]

IGP Recalls 11,566 Police Officers from VIP Duties, Begins Redeployment

The Inspector General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, on Thursday disclosed that 11,566 police personnel have been withdrawn from VIP protection duties in line with President Bola Tinubu’s directive. Speaking at the Strategic Police Officers’ Conference in Abuja, the IGP said the redeployment of the withdrawn officers to underserved communities had already begun. He described […]

Amid Guinea-Bissau Turmoil, Jonathan Airlifted to Safety as Nigeria Condemns Coup

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has left Guinea-Bissau following the military coup that toppled the government in the West African country. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that Dr. Jonathan departed on a special flight alongside members of his delegation. “Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan is very safe and out of Guinea-Bissau. He left with a […]

Tinubu Approves Nigerian Delegation for US–Nigeria Joint Security Working Group

President Bola Tinubu has approved the constitution of the Nigerian contingent of the US–Nigeria Joint Working Group as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral cooperation in addressing the country’s security challenges. The formation of the group was one of the outcomes of the recent visit to Washington, D.C., by a high-level Nigerian delegation led […]

UN Urges Nigeria to Act as 402 People Abducted Across Four States

The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) has urged Nigerian authorities to take all lawful measures to stop a rising wave of violent attacks and mass abductions across the country. The call was made on Tuesday during a briefing in Geneva, where OHCHR also pressed the Government to ensure that perpetrators […]

After Fresh Mass Kidnappings, Tinubu Locks Down Forest Hideouts Across Three States

President Bola Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive security cordon around forests in Kwara State following a spate of kidnappings and terrorist attacks. The President also directed the Nigerian Air Force to expand aerial surveillance across the deepest parts of the forests in Kwara, where terrorists are believed to be concealed. The Special Adviser to the […]

Reps Hold Special Plenary as Insecurity Deepens Nationwide

The House of Representatives on Tuesday held a special plenary session dedicated to reviewing Nigeria’s worsening security situation. A delegation from St. Kitts and Nevis, led by the Speaker of its Parliament, Lanein Blanchette, and another team from the United States Embassy were admitted into the chamber for the session. The House is expected to […]

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