Nigeria
FG, ICPC launch task team to track health funds
The Federal Government has inaugurated a Joint Task Team with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to strengthen accountability and track the utilisation of funds in Nigeria’s primary healthcare system. The initiative follows a Memorandum of Understanding between the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and the ICPC aimed at…
Kwara strengthens integrated healthcare for women and families
Kwara State is strengthening healthcare services for women and families through the adoption of an integrated care model designed to improve access to essential health services. The initiative, supported by WHO Nigeria, CHAI and Jhpiego in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and the Kwara State Ministry of Health, promotes the “One…
Police arrest woman for allegedly stealing newborn in Kebbi
The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested a 19-year-old woman in Zuru Local Government Area for allegedly stealing a newborn baby and presenting the child to her husband as her own. According to the police, the incident occurred on July 23, 2025, when the suspect allegedly visited a woman, identified as Fatima Muhammad, shortly after…
Edo Assembly: Idiaye emerges speaker after Agbebaku’s resignation
The Edo State House of Assembly has elected Yekini Idiaye, representing Akoko Edo Constituency I, as its new Speaker following the resignation of Blessing Agbebaku. The change in leadership was announced during Monday’s plenary, presided over by the Deputy Speaker, Osamwonye Atu, after the House formally acknowledged Agbebaku’s resignation. Following the announcement, Sunday Ojiezele, representing…
El-Rufai files fresh N10bn suit against ICPC over family access
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir el-Rufai has filed a fresh N10 billion fundamental rights suit against the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), alleging that his wife and son were denied access to him while in custody. The suit, filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja, claims the alleged restriction violated…
NSC cancels NFF election, plans three-month normalisation committee
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has cancelled the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) electoral congress scheduled for September 27 in Lafia, Nasarawa State, as part of plans to reorganise the country’s football governing body. The decision is expected to affect the Ibrahim Gusau-led NFF executive committee, which was preparing for another term in office. The NSC…
2027: Adeleke’s Camp Denies Political Deal With Tinubu
The Imole Campaign Council has dismissed claims that Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke’s endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the 2027 presidential election was based on a political agreement between the two leaders. The council’s spokesperson, Pelumi Olajengbesi, said Adeleke’s support for Tinubu was motivated by what he described as the President’s performance and…
NDLEA arrests India-Bound businessman with 1.55kg Cocaine at Lagos airport
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 48-year-old businessman, Nwankwo Onyebuchi, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, for attempting to smuggle 1.55kg of cocaine concealed in his luggage to India. The agency also announced major drug seizures and arrests across several states, including the recovery of codeine syrup worth over ₦2.6…
Adeleke vows not to disappoint Osun residents after re-election
Re-elected Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has assured residents that he will not disappoint them, promising to consolidate the achievements of his administration and correct areas where mistakes were made. Adeleke made the commitment on Sunday during a press conference following his declaration by the Independent National Electoral Commission as the winner of the August…
Aviation minister, Keyamo gives airlines, aviation agencies one week to agree on debt repayment plans
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has directed airlines and aviation agencies to reach workable repayment agreements on outstanding financial obligations within one week. The directive followed an emergency stakeholders’ meeting convened to resolve the dispute between aviation unions and airline operators, which disrupted flight operations at some Nigerian airports on Tuesday,…
