Nigeria has continued to dominate Africa’s crude oil landscape, retaining its position as the continent’s highest oil producer after recording a modest improvement in production levels at the start of 2026. Although the increase signals…
Five Soldiers Killed in Suicide Bomb Attack on…
A suicide bomber has struck a military convoy in the Timbuktu Triangle area of Borno State, killing five soldiers and injuring an unspecified number of troops. Security sources confirmed to Daily Trust that the attack,…
Bauchi Finance Commissioner, Co-Defendants Granted ₦100 Million Bail…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, and his three co-defendants in the alleged $9.7 million terrorism financing case against them. The ruling was delivered…
Babafemi Ojudu Says Wizkid Cannot Measure Up to…
Former presidential aide, Babafemi Ojudu, has criticised a Nigerian musician for comparing himself to late Afrobeats legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. The remarks come after Wizkid reportedly engaged in an online feud with Seun Kuti, Fela’s son,…
Court Upholds INEC’s Exclusion of Labour Party from…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has upheld the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) decision to exclude Labour Party (LP) candidates from the upcoming Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory, scheduled for February…
Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Alleged Associates of…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of four suspects linked to notorious terrorist kingpin Bello Turji after they failed to appear for trial on Wednesday. Justice Emeka…
FCT Minister Wike Appoints New Senior Special Assistant
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved the appointment of Mr. Sani Musa Daura as his Senior Special Assistant on Protocol Matters. This was confirmed in a statement on Wednesday…
Ezekwesili Accuses Sanwo-Olu’s Administration of Power Abuse Over…
Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has strongly criticised the Lagos State Government over the demolition of structures in the Makoko area, questioning the legality and moral basis of the exercise. In a detailed memorandum…
Senegal Withdraws Offshore Oil Licence From Nigerian Billionaire…
Senegal has withdrawn offshore oil exploration rights previously granted to Atlas Oranto Petroleum, an indigenous oil and gas company founded by Nigerian billionaire and energy investor, Arthur Eze. The move comes amid a renewed push…