Ademola Adeleke has officially removed Oba Joseph Oloyede as the Apetumodu of Ipetumodu after the monarch’s conviction in the United States for tax fraud and money laundering. According to the Osun State Government, the decision followed the receipt of a Certified True Copy of the judgment from an Ohio court, […]
The Federal High Court in Abuja has postponed proceedings in the case challenging former President Goodluck Jonathan’s eligibility to contest the 2027 presidential election after the plaintiff and counsel failed to appear in court. Justice Peter Lifu adjourned the matter to May 15, 2026, warning that punitive costs could be […]
Barcelona, Spain – Spotify Camp Nou didn’t just witness a victory. It witnessed history. FC Barcelona are the 2025/26 La Liga champions for the 29th time—and for the first time ever, they clinched the title in a Clásico against Real Madrid. How it happened: 9th minute: Marcus Rashford curled a stunning free-kick into Thibaut Courtois’ top […]
Seven high-end vehicles—including Lamborghinis, a Rolls-Royce, and a Range Rover—stolen from Canada have been recovered at Lagos’ Tin Can Island Port and returned to Canadian authorities, marking a rare win in the fight against transnational auto theft. The Haul: A Smuggler’s Dream List The recovered fleet reads like a luxury […]
Nigeria’s anti-graft agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has declared former Humanitarian Affairs Minister Sadiya Umar Farouq wanted over alleged diversion of public funds, abuse of office, and criminal conspiracy. The development follows a court-issued arrest warrant after the former minister and a ministry permanent secretary reportedly failed […]
Abuja, Nigeria – In a stunning about-face, the Senate has reversed its recent amendment to the Standing Orders—reopening the contest for presiding officers ahead of the 2027 Senate President election. What changed (and then changed back): Two days ago, the Senate amended its rules to allow only senators-elect who had taken the […]
The federal government has tightened its grip on high-value real estate allegedly tied to former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva. On Thursday, May 7, 2026, Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court in Abuja granted an interim forfeiture order for nine choice properties suspected to be […]
Nigeria’s Senate witnessed a dramatic disruption as a heated clash between Adams Oshiomhole and Godswill Akpabio brought proceedings to a halt for over 15 minutes. Tensions flared after Oshiomhole attempted to raise a point of order during deliberations, but was overruled by Akpabio, citing Senate rules. The disagreement escalated when […]
Several Reps Members Defect to NDC No fewer than 17 lawmakers, including Yusuf Datti, Uchenna Okonkwo, and Lilian Orogbu, defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the rising Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC). Leke Abejide Switches to APC Also announced on the floor: ADC’s Leke Abejide defected to the ruling […]
England Fencing has officially named its squad for the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships, set to take place in Lagos from August 9–14—marking a historic first as Nigeria becomes the event’s debut African host. The team features top athletes across Epee, Foil, and Sabre in both men’s and women’s categories, with […]
