Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters has rejected claims that the country plans to host a foreign military base, saying recent defence cooperation with the United States does not include such an arrangement. The clarification followed speculation that growing security collaboration between Nigeria and the United States could result in the establishment of a United States military base in the West African nation. Major General S. M. Uba, the Director of Defence Information at Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters, addressed the issue during a Twitter Space discussion organised by Sunday Dare, the Special Adviser to the President of Nigeria on Media and Public Communications. During…
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Nigerian pastor and televangelist Chris Oyakhilome has shared strong views about the leadership of Nigeria’s president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, calling on citizens to support him despite criticism and political divisions. Oyakhilome, the founder of LoveWorld Incorporated, addressed the issue during a message in which he spoke about politics, faith, and the future of Nigeria. He said the situation around the country’s leadership should not be seen only through politics, but also through spiritual understanding. “It’s not just “interesting”, it is deeply spiritual that the things of God are foolishness to those who are perishing.” The pastor argued that some people…
An investigator with Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has told a court in Abuja that a lawyer linked to former Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Godwin Emefiele, was arrested while holding more than $2 million in cash allegedly belonging to the former banking chief. The testimony was presented on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja by EFCC investigator David Jaiyeoba. Mr Jaiyeoba appeared as the twelfth prosecution witness in the ongoing corruption trial involving Mr Emefiele, who led the Central Bank of Nigeria from 2014 until June 2023 when he was…
The Kano State House of Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against the Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, citing allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust. The move was announced during plenary when the Majority Leader, Lawan Hussaini Dala, presented a formal notice before lawmakers. He explained that the action was taken in compliance with Section 188 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999, as amended, which sets out the procedure for removing a governor or deputy governor from office. According to Dala, the allegations stem from Gwarzo’s tenure as…
The Federal Executive Council has approved a new exit benefit scheme that will provide retiring federal civil servants with a gratuity equal to their total annual salary. The decision will take effect from January 1, 2026. It was announced on Thursday in Abuja by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. Under the approved framework, federal civil servants who have served for at least 10 years will receive the gratuity upon retirement. The payment will be made in addition to benefits under the existing Contributory Pension Scheme. According to the statement, the approval followed detailed…
A Federal High Court in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, on Thursday cleared Abba Kyari, a suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, of allegations that he failed to declare assets. Kyari had been facing a 23-count charge brought by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, which accused him of not declaring certain properties. The agency also alleged that two of his brothers swore false affidavits in an attempt to conceal the source of some assets. In his judgment, Justice James Omotosho held that the prosecution did not present sufficient evidence to support the claims. The court said there were no credible documents…
Abuja, Nigeria – The newly appointed Inspector General of Police of Nigeria, Tunji Disu, has announced that the country’s police authorities are keeping a close watch on unfolding events in the Middle East to guard against any possible impact at home. Disu made the remarks after taking the oath of office as the 23rd indigenous leader of the Nigeria Police Force, following his inauguration by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. He said that intelligence led policing requires awareness of international developments, particularly where there may be links between domestic groups and foreign movements. “Everywhere in the…
Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has halted the cashless airport toll system nationwide following massive traffic congestion that forced many passengers to miss flights. The announcement was made on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, by Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, after a Federal Executive Council meeting at the State House in Abuja, Nigeria’s federal capital. Minister Keyamo said the President was concerned about the difficulties Nigerians were experiencing. “Mr. President was very concerned about the welfare of Nigerians and the fact that most Nigerians were losing their flights, missing their flights. So Mr. President,…
Former Senator Iyabo Obasanjo on Wednesday met with women’s organisations and labour leaders in Abeokuta as part of consultations for the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State. The meeting was held at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library and drew representatives of professional women’s bodies, artisans and civil society groups. During the engagement, she promised credible and inclusive leadership if elected. Obasanjo said development in Ogun State would only be sustained if successive administrations continue existing policies rather than abandon them after elections. She explained that her ambition is to consolidate achievements recorded in infrastructure, healthcare, education and economic development, while…
The world football governing body, FIFA, on Wednesday confirmed that Democratic Republic of the Congo will represent Africa in the inter-confederation play-off tournament for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, effectively ending Nigeria’s qualification hopes. The announcement was contained in an accreditation notice circulated to journalists ahead of the competition. The document outlined the structure of the tournament and identified the six countries that will compete for the remaining places at the 2026 global finals. DR Congo’s inclusion means there is no space for Nigeria in the play-off competition. Nigeria’s national football governing body, the Nigeria Football Federation, had earlier challenged…