Court Jails First Bank Customer Who Refused to Return N1.5bn Mistaken Credit
A Lagos court has convicted and sentenced a First Bank customer, Ojo Eghosa Kingsley, to one year imprisonment or a fine of N5 million for refusing to refund N1.5 billion that was mistakenly credited to his bank account. Kingsley, who was prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), stunned the court after openly […]
“PDP Has Not Gone Into Extinction”– Makinde Tells Critics
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde has said that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has not gone into extinction but viable enough to wrestle power from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming general elections in the country. He made the boast at the South West PDP Stakeholders’ Meeting […]
One-Party State Fears, Public Reacts To Enoidem’s APC Entry
“…could strengthen political unity and improve governance collaboration, but residents say the true test lies in translating elite alignments into tangible benefits such as jobs, security, and improved social services for ordinary people.”
ADC Cautions Members Against Internal Bickering, Sues For Unity
The party stressed that supporting a particular individual for the party’s flag is legitimate, but such preferences he said should not fuel internal discord. “The party’s objective is to win the general election and offer Nigerians a credible alternative founded on good governance, inclusiveness, and accountability.
Praying for Survival: Inside Nigeria’s Unchecked Violence Against Christians — By Darlington Okpebholo Ray
In large parts of northern and central Nigeria, attending church has become an act of courage rather than a routine expression of faith. Worshippers gather knowing a service could be violently interrupted. Parents sit beside their children unsure whether they will return home alive. Pastors preach while scanning their surroundings. This fear is grounded in repeated and well documented assaults on churches and Christian communities.
Edo Govt Returns 2,950 Plots To Oke-Oroma Demolition Victims
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting In fulfilment of his promise made during his campaign, the Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo through the Commissioner of Lands and Housing, Hon Yakubu Musa, has ordered the return of 2,950 plots of land to victims of the 2022 demolition exercise at Oke-Oroma Community in Oredo Local Government Area of the state. […]
Grid Collapse: EEDC Begins Gradual Power Restoration in Five Southeast States
The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company, EEDC, has confirmed that electricity supply is being restored gradually across parts of the Southeast following the collapse of the national grid on Monday, January 23, 2026. In a statement issued on Monday, EEDC’s spokesperson, Emeka Ezeh, said the grid disturbance occurred at about 12:40 p.m., leading to a widespread […]
Wike Faces Backlash as He Celebrates Son’s UK Degree After Previously Labelling Foreign Studies Wasteful
The development has revived criticism over Wike’s past statements condemning Nigerians particularly those studying law abroad and his decision as Rivers State Governor to scrap a foreign scholarship program.
Farmers Suffer Huge Loss as Tomato Prices Crash
Following years of devastation caused by the destructive Tuta absoluta pest known as the tomato leaf miner which first struck in 2016 and affected northern states like Jigawa, Kano, Katsina, Kaduna, Plateau, Gombe, and Nasarawa, many farmers had borrowed loans and invested heavily to revive production with improved pest control measures. The renewed confidence led to increased cultivation this dry season, resulting in abundant yields that have overwhelmed markets.
Kalu Gives Up On Otti, Says I Have Stopped Begging Him To Join APC
He had during a political event in Bende town this month, wooed Otti to join APC and contest next year’s election, assuring him of the party’s support should he come on board.