The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has warned the Federal Government against any action that could endanger former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, saying the consequences would be severe for the country’s democracy and political stability. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, issued the warning in a statement on Tuesday while reacting to recent developments
President Bola Tinubu has approved an upward review of the salaries and welfare package of Nigerian military personnel as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s armed forces and improve their operational effectiveness. Minister of Defense, General Christopher Musa, rtd, stated that President Bola Tinubu will soon announce a salary increase for Nigerian Armed Forces
An Ekiti State High Court has revoked the bail earlier granted to Abimbola Jumoke Olawumi, an All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant, who is standing trial over alleged cyberbullying. Olawumi pleaded not guilty to four charges at the Ado-Ekiti Magistrate Court on July 23, 2026, and was granted bail on self-recognition. After ruling that the
Several people have been feared killed following a fresh attack by suspected armed herders on Efeyi community in Ugboju Otukpo LGA of Benue State, in what residents described as another deadly assault on the troubled region. CSONews24 gathered that the herdsmen invaded the village on Tuesday and opened fire on residents. The attackers reportedly invaded
A member of the House of Representatives representing Bukkuyum/Gummi Federal Constituency of Zamfara State, Suleiman Abubakar Gummi, has raised fresh concerns over the escalating wave of bandit attacks in his constituency, warning that residents are living under constant threat. Gummi said repeated attacks by armed bandits have resulted in killings, kidnappings and the displacement of
Arise Television morning show anchor, Rufai Oseni, has criticised the media appearance of the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, arguing that the former Anambra State governor did not present sufficient policy details on how he would tackle Nigeria’s pressing challenges. Speaking during The Morning Show on Monday, Oseni said Obi’s
The Lagos State House of Assembly has suspended the confirmation of two nominees forwarded by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for appointment into the Lagos State Local Government Service Commission (LGSC). The decision was announced during Thursday’s plenary after the Assembly considered the report of its screening committee on the governor’s nominees. The nominees Durosimi Yinka and
Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for a thorough investigation into the cause of the runway excursion incident involving an aircraft at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu. Obi urged the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) to conduct a comprehensive inquiry
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has alleged that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar provided financial support for an impeachment plot against him during his administration, claiming the move was backed with N5 million. Obasanjo made the allegation while reflecting on events that occurred during his tenure as Nigeria’s president, accusing Atiku, who served as his deputy
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has alleged that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar financed efforts to impeach him during their time in office, claiming that N5 million was provided to lawmakers to advance the plot. Obasanjo made the claim in remarks contained in his newly released memoir, where he reflected on the political tensions that characterised