Ogun Governor Abiodun Rejects Sharia Court, Orders Immediate Disbandment
Governor Dapo Abiodun has warned against any attempt to establish a Sharia Court in Ogun State, stating that such a move lacks legal backing. In a statement on Tuesday, Abiodun emphasized that only courts recognized by the Nigerian Constitution and state laws are authorized to operate. He listed the Magistrates’ Courts, High Court, Customary Courts, Customary Court of Appeal, Federal High Court, National […]
RULAAC Demands Immediate Release of Sowore, Condemns ‘Illegal Detention’
The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) has called for the immediate release of human rights activist Omoyele Sowore, condemning his continued detention by the Nigerian Police Force. Sowore was taken into custody on Monday after rejecting the bail conditions imposed by the police. His detention followed his appearance in response to an […]
President Trump Orders Pause on Federal Grants and Loans to Align Spending with Administration Priorities
President Donald Trump has directed a temporary halt to grants, loans, and other forms of federal financial assistance, according to a leaked government memo verified by News Agencies. The memo, issued by Acting Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Chief Matthew Vaeth, instructs government agencies to ensure spending aligns with the president’s policy priorities, referencing […]
Justice Department Fires Over a Dozen Officials Tied to Trump Prosecution Teams
The Justice Department confirmed Monday that it has terminated “over a dozen” officials who previously worked on special counsel Jack Smith’s teams involved in prosecuting former President Donald Trump. Acting Attorney General James McHenry issued letters to the affected officials, citing their involvement in the prosecutions as a factor in the decision. The letters stated […]
House Oversight Committee Summons Mayor Adams and Other Sanctuary City Leaders to Testify on Immigration Policies
With President Donald Trump’s second inauguration just over a week ago, immigration enforcement efforts have surged nationwide, resulting in thousands of arrests. Federal authorities reported that more than 1,000 individuals were detained on Monday alone, bringing the total to over 3,500 arrests since last Thursday. The crackdown has placed immigrant communities on high alert as […]
FG Orders Probe into Niger State Mining Site Explosion, Vows Justice for Victims
The federal government has launched an investigation into the explosion that occurred on Sunday at a mining site in Sabon Pegi, Mashegun Local Government Area of Niger State. Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, made this announcement during a press briefing in Abuja on Monday, pledging that those responsible will face justice. Alake […]
Atiku Abubakar Warns of Democracy’s Fragile State, Calls for Collective Action
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed serious concerns about the state of Nigeria’s democracy, warning that it risks total collapse if pressing issues are not addressed promptly. Speaking on Monday, January 27, at the National Conference on Strengthening Democracy in Nigeria held in Abuja, Atiku described the country’s democratic system as being “at a crossroads,” calling […]
Peter Obi Rejects Coalition Talks, Focuses on Nigeria’s Future
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has dismissed efforts by opposition leaders to form a coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections, criticizing such moves as “power-grabbing initiatives” that lack genuine national interest. Speaking on Monday at a two-day national conference in Abuja themed “Strengthening Nigeria’s Democracy: Pathway to Good Governance […]
Deji Adeyanju Accuses Police of Targeting Sowore Over Criticism of IGP
Human rights activist Deji Adeyanju has alleged that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is persecuting Omoyele Sowore, former African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, in retaliation for his criticism of Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun. Sowore was summoned to the police headquarters in Abuja on Monday to answer allegations of cyberstalking, negligent acts, and […]
Buhari Reveals He Lives on Rental Income, Highlights Modest Lifestyle
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has disclosed that he depends on rental income from one of his houses in Kaduna to cover his feeding expenses, reaffirming his claim of not enriching himself while in office. Buhari shared this during an All Progressives Congress (APC) caucus meeting at the Presidential Banquet Hall in Katsina over the weekend. […]
