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Opposition wants Adeleke to confront Tinubu, says Shehu Sani

August 17, 2026

Former Senator Shehu Sani says some opposition figures are unhappy with Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke for publicly appreciating President Bola Tinubu after his re-election. Sani, a human rights activist, made the observation in a post on X on Monday, following Adeleke’s victory in the August 15 Osun governorship election. Adeleke had, in his victory […]

Textile imports hit N1.08trn as Nigeria’s local industry struggles

August 17, 2026

Nigeria’s textile import bill has climbed to N1.08 trillion, highlighting the country’s growing dependence on foreign fabrics despite repeated efforts to revive domestic manufacturing. Data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed that textile imports increased by 181 per cent from N377.47 billion in 2023 to N1.08 trillion in 2025. The upward trend has continued […]

Faleke replies Davido over alleged pressure on INEC during Osun poll

August 16, 2026

The Representative of Ikeja Federal Constituency, James Faleke, has rejected allegations that he attempted to influence the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) during the Osun State governorship election. Faleke, who backed the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, responded on X after Nigerian singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, accused him of pressuring […]

South-East Traders Lament Low Patronage, Rising Costs Amid Hardship

August 14, 2026

Traders and residents across the South-East have raised concerns over declining patronage, rising commodity prices and increasing operating costs, saying the economic strain is making it difficult for businesses to survive. From Aba and Umuahia in Abia to Onitsha, Awka and Nnewi in Anambra, and across Enugu, Ebonyi and Imo states, South-East traders said transportation […]

Nigeria Fails US Fiscal Transparency Test for Second Consecutive Year

August 13, 2026

Nigeria has failed the United States’ minimum fiscal transparency requirements for the second consecutive year, with the US Department of State reporting that the country made no significant progress in improving public financial disclosure during 2025. The finding was contained in the department’s 2026 Fiscal Transparency Report, which assessed 139 governments and the Palestinian Authority. […]

Adeleke: I’m a Bulldozer, Not Afraid of FG, Governors Backing APC

August 11, 2026

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has dismissed concerns over alleged federal support for the All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate ahead of the state governorship election. Adeleke said he was prepared to confront what he described as the influence of the Federal Government and governors supporting his opponent. The governor made the remarks on Tuesday during […]

Taraba Govt Rejects N1.2tn Debt Claim, Says Figures Misleading

August 10, 2026

The Taraba State Government has rejected claims that the administration of Governor Agbu Kefas borrowed N1.2 trillion within three years, describing the figure as inaccurate and misleading. The Commissioner for Finance, Dr Sarah Adi, made the clarification on Sunday in Jalingo while addressing journalists on the state’s financial position. Adi said available data from the […]

Wike-Bode George Feud Deepens as Lagos PDP Fires Back

August 8, 2026

The political dispute between Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and former Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Deputy National Chairman, Chief Olabode George, has taken another turn, with the Lagos chapter of the party launching a strong response to the minister. The latest exchange followed Wike’s declaration that he had no regret opposing George’s […]

Osun Account Freeze: Tinubu’s EFCC Order Raises Fresh Questions Over Agency’s Independence

August 8, 2026

President Bola Tinubu’s directive to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to vacate the order freezing the Osun State Government’s account has triggered fresh debate over the independence of anti-corruption agencies. The directive, issued on Thursday, followed widespread criticism of the account restriction, which occurred days before the August 15 governorship election in the state. […]

Atiku Raises Fresh Questions Over Mysterious Payment Into Private Account

August 8, 2026

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has raised fresh concerns over an unexplained payment made into his private bank account, with his camp questioning both the identity of the sender and how confidential banking details were obtained. The transaction reportedly carried the description “Contribution Electioneering Campaign,” despite Atiku and his political organisation maintaining that they neither […]