In the wake of a recent helicopter tragedy, Nigeria’s aircraft pilots urge government action for deeper involvement in accident investigations and strengthened rescue infrastructure In light of the tragic helicopter crash involving a Sikorsky S-76 in Port Harcourt, the National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE) is advocating for pilot representation in the crash…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar calls on President Trump to support transparent elections globally, with a focus on Nigeria Following Donald Trump’s recent victory in the U.S. presidential election, former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar extended his congratulations, highlighting the integrity of the democratic process. Recognizing Trump’s journey as a testament to resilience, Atiku urged…
UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch’s silence on her Nigerian roots raises questions, as noted by NiDCOM head Abike Dabiri The recent comments by Abike Dabiri, chair of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), spotlight UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch’s detachment from her Nigerian heritage. Dabiri revealed that despite NiDCOM’s outreach, Badenoch has not engaged or…
Akume faces backlash for allegedly securing a top position for Mahmud Mohammed, despite lacking required qualifications The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has allegedly been safeguarding Mahmud Sanusi Mohammed, the son of former Chief Justice of Nigeria Mahmud Mohammed, in his appointment as Managing Director of the Upper Benue River…
Federal High Court in Abuja drops charges against 119 protesters as attorney-general moves to discontinue case In a pivotal ruling, the court has dismissed the case against 119 protesters involved in the nationwide #EndBadGovernance demonstrations. The Federal High Court in Abuja ruled in favor of discontinuing the suit following a formal request by M.D. Abubakar,…
How Nigeria’s New FX Disclosure Scheme Aims to Transform Foreign Exchange Management The Nigeria FX disclosure scheme marks a significant step in Nigeria’s efforts to stabilize and bring transparency to its foreign exchange market. This scheme, introduced in response to longstanding challenges, aims to provide clear guidelines and promote compliance within the forex sector. As…
In a significant development, two prominent NNPP representatives have broken away from Kano’s Kwankwasiyya movement, intensifying the party’s internal strife ahead of the 2027 elections The political landscape in Kano State faces renewed tensions as the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) experiences deeper rifts. In a bold move, two influential NNPP representatives, Aliyu Sani Madaki…
Siminalayi Fubara recounts unexpected betrayal amid efforts to stabilize Rivers State In a recent address during a non-denominational thanksgiving event in Port Harcourt, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara disclosed that he was “ambushed” in a peace deal meant to resolve the political turmoil in Rivers. Governor Fubara, reflecting on the crisis and subsequent peace accord,…
Non-teaching university staff escalate action over withheld salaries and unaddressed grievances, leading to campus closures across Nigeria The university staff indefinite strike has prompted a shutdown of university operations across Nigeria, as members of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) begin their…
The Code of Conduct for Judicial Officers in Nigeria mandates that judges maintain impartiality, explicitly advising against close associations with frequent litigants like government officials. This rule, intended to uphold judicial integrity, appears to be challenged by the cozy ties seen in Nigeria’s judicial system today. Sylvanus Nsofor’s Influence on Wike’s Political Rise In 1999,…
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