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Fuel Subsidy Really Gone? Fresh Questions Trail N17.5tn NNPCL Receivables

July 26, 2026

Fresh questions have emerged over Nigeria’s fuel subsidy policy following claims that part of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPCL) N17.5 trillion receivables from the Federation may represent an indirect form of subsidy despite the Federal Government’s declaration that fuel subsidy ended in May 2023. The renewed Fuel subsidy debate follows comments by Chairman […]

Al-Mustapha Rejects Ex-DSS Officer’s Account of Abacha’s Death

July 25, 2026

Former Chief Security Officer to late Head of State, General Sani Abacha, Major Hamza Al-Mustapha, has dismissed claims made by a retired Department of State Services (DSS) operative regarding the circumstances surrounding Abacha’s death, describing the account as false and misleading. Al-Mustapha insisted that the version of events contained in the former intelligence officer’s publication […]

Atiku Accuses Obasanjo of Political Motive Over Na’Abba Bribery Claim

July 24, 2026

The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has dismissed allegations by former President Olusegun Obasanjo that he attempted to bribe the late former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ghali Umar Na’Abba, to facilitate his impeachment. Atiku described the claims as politically motivated, alleging they were intended to influence public opinion […]

PFN Rejects Muslim-Muslim Ticket Ahead of 2027 Elections

July 24, 2026

The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has declared that it does not support a PFN Muslim-Muslim ticket for elective public office, insisting that Nigeria’s religious and ethnic diversity should be reflected in its political leadership ahead of the 2027 general elections. The position was announced following a meeting of the fellowship’s National Executive Council (NEC), […]

‘Don’t Vote Atiku’ — Babachir Makes Fresh Allegations Ahead of 2027

July 23, 2026

A former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has urged Nigerians not to support former Vice President Atiku Abubakar in the 2027 presidential election, accusing him of practising ethnic politics and interfering in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship ticket in Adamawa State. However, Atiku has dismissed the allegations, insisting he has […]

PFIPC Investigation Deepens as ICPC Grills Suspect, Reps Summon Top Officials

July 23, 2026

The PFIPC investigation gathered fresh momentum on Wednesday as the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) interrogated the alleged founder of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC), Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, inside police detention, while the House of Representatives prepared to question senior government officials over the controversial organisation. The investigation centres […]

ASUU Suspends MOAUM Strike After Agreement With Benue Government

July 22, 2026

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM) branch, has announced the MOAUM strike suspension following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Benue State Government and the university management. The industrial action, which lasted 52 days, was called off after the three parties reached a negotiated […]

Corporate Governance Summit: Shettima Says Nigeria Needs Strong Governance for $1tn Economy

July 22, 2026

Vice President Kashim Shettima has declared that Nigeria’s ambition of becoming a $1 trillion economy cannot be achieved without strong institutions, ethical leadership and effective corporate governance, stressing that sustainable economic growth depends on accountability and regulatory discipline. Shettima made the remarks at the Corporate Governance Summit held in Lagos, where government officials and industry […]

Plateau Pension Bill Sparks Outrage as Labour, CSOs Threaten Assembly Protest

July 20, 2026

The proposed Plateau pension bill seeking lifetime pensions and retirement benefits for former Speakers, Deputy Speakers, Principal Officers and members of the Plateau State House of Assembly has attracted widespread criticism, with organised labour, civil society organisations and residents describing the move as insensitive amid the state’s economic and security challenges. The controversy has also […]

ADC Alleges Malami Persecution Claims, Accuses FG of Targeting Opposition Ahead of 2027

July 19, 2026

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kebbi State has accused the Federal Government of using judicial processes to intimidate opposition politicians, alleging that former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, is being targeted because of his reported governorship ambition ahead of the 2027 elections. The Malami persecution claims were contained in […]