Dawood Olalere, representing Ibadan North-West in the Oyo State House of Assembly, has officially quit the PDP and joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Citing “long-standing internal divisions” in his former party, Olalere led a group of supporters to St. Patrick Primary School, Ibadan, where ADC officials warmly welcomed them. […]
Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai spent Monday night in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission after honoring an invitation over alleged financial improprieties during his time in office (2015–2023). Sources say the questioning is ongoing, with a possible release or further action depending on investigators’ findings. The […]
Nigeria’s 2027 political landscape is already taking shape as Peter Obi calls for nationwide unity to “rescue” the country from poor governance, while Works Minister Dave Umahi urges the Southeast to support President Bola Tinubu. Speaking at an Obidient conference linked to the African Democratic Congress, Obi framed the 2027 […]
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai has raised alarm over the alleged procurement of thallium sulphate, a highly toxic compound, by the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA). In a post shared on 𝕏, El-Rufai published a letter addressed to NSA Nuhu Ribadu, demanding clarification on reports that […]
Nigeria’s anti-narcotics agencies have struck massive blows against transnational drug syndicates in a series of high-stakes operations. From the corridors of major international airports to the rugged Badagry-Seme border, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have intercepted illicit shipments worth billions of Naira, […]
Kenyan veteran Ezra Kering stormed to victory at the 2026 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, clocking 2:11:55 to claim the $50,000 top prize. The 40-year-old delivered a powerful late surge, shaving six seconds off his personal best and adding another major win to his career after triumphing at the Borobudur […]
In a heartbreaking turn for one of Nigeria’s most publicized legal battles, Afrobeats superstar Davido has officially withdrawn his lawsuit for the joint custody of his first daughter, Imade. The decision follows a high-tension courtroom clash on Thursday, February 12, 2026, where the singer’s late son, Ifeanyi, was used as […]
The Nigerian presidency has sharply criticized former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai following his controversial admission on national television that someone tapped the National Security Adviser’s (NSA) phone for him to listen to private conversations. Temitope Ajayi, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, condemned the […]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is facing a “perfect storm” of judicial uncertainty and internal bleeding. On Thursday, February 12, 2026, the party’s foundation was shaken by a high-stakes Appeal Court hearing in Abuja, a wave of strategic resignations in the South-West, and a cryptic defection hint from one of […]
The Senate budget defense session for the Ministry of Steel Development descended into a fiery standoff on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) locked horns with Committee Chairman Senator Patrick Ndubueze, accusing him of stifling her voice during critical questioning over the fate of the Ajaokuta Steel […]
