Special Reports Archives - Page 9 of 12

Alleged coup arraignment begins as Sylva, others face charges

April 22, 2026

The alleged coup arraignment is set to commence in Abuja as the Federal Government prepares to bring former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, a retired Major General, and five others before the Federal High Court over charges linked to treason, terrorism, and money laundering. The case follows months of investigations into claims […]

Certificate Forgery Case Heads for Settlement as Ex-Minister, UNN Opt Out of Court

April 20, 2026

Certificate forgery case involving former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, and the University of Nigeria, Nsukka is moving toward possible out-of-court settlement, as parties informed the Federal High Court in Abuja of ongoing negotiations while concerns persist over institutional verification processes. The dispute originated from allegations relating to academic credentials, including university […]

Tinubu Says He Took Over From Himself as Buhari Was His Partner in Governance

April 17, 2026

Tinubu took over leadership from himself, President Bola Tinubu said, explaining that his administration is a continuation of previous governance arrangements in which former President Muhammadu Buhari served as a partner in national leadership decisions. The remarks were made during an engagement with members of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors at the State House in Abuja. […]

Dangote, Trump, Xi Jinping, others named in TIME 100 most influential list

April 15, 2026

TIME 100 list inclusion has placed Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote alongside global figures such as United States President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The annual list recognizes individuals considered most influential across business, politics, culture, and technology. This year’s edition highlights leaders shaping global economic and political direction. The recognition underscores the expanding […]

El-Rufai Court Appearance Sparks ADC Convention Remarks Amid Trial Proceedings

April 13, 2026

El-Rufai Kaduna court appearance became a focal point of political attention on Monday as former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, arrived at the Kaduna State High Court where he is standing trial, and briefly commented on the African Democratic Congress (ADC) national convention scheduled for the next day. Nasir El-Rufai, a former governor of Kaduna […]

Adelabu Electricity Promise Fails as Nigerians Question Two-Week Power Pledge

April 12, 2026

Adelabu electricity promise fails to deliver expected relief as Nigerians across multiple states report continued power outages two weeks after Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu assured improved electricity supply, raising fresh concerns about the country’s energy sector performance. On March 24, Adebayo Adelabu publicly apologised for widespread blackouts and assured Nigerians that electricity supply would […]

THREE UNPRODUCTIVE YEARS OF PETER MBAH

April 11, 2026

It is quite telling that an entire article praising Governor Peter Mbah’s “extraordinary performance” fails to mention even one verifiable achievement. Not one project completed and functional. Not one sector transformed in measurable terms. Just insults, noise, and empty adjectives. That alone says everything. Because governance is not about abuse or propaganda, it is about […]

Pope Condemns Iran Strikes; Says God Does Not Bless Any Conflict

April 11, 2026

Pope condemns Iran strikes in a renewed call for peace, stating that “God does not bless any conflict” as he criticises escalating military actions involving Iran and urges world leaders to end the cycle of violence through dialogue and restraint. The Pope’s remarks come amid ongoing tensions and military confrontations involving Iran and Western-backed forces, […]

NUC Warns Against Honorary Title Use as Mbah Faces Scrutiny

April 5, 2026

NUC honorary title guidance has come under national focus following a directive by the National Universities Commission clarifying that honorary doctorates do not confer the right to use the prefix “Dr.”, a development that has drawn attention to Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah’s continued public use of the title. The NUC honorary title clarification forms […]

Nigeria’s Debt to Hit N155trn as Senate Approves Fresh Loan

April 1, 2026

Nigeria’s debt to hit N155trn after the Senate on Tuesday approved a Federal Government request to borrow an additional $6 billion in external financing. A move that will add roughly N8.4 trillion to the nation’s total public debt stock as it continues to rely on external borrowing for budgetary and development needs. Nigeria’s total public debt has […]