Author: Lawan

2027: Those attacking Tinubu on social media are paid to do so – Akpabio Senate President Godswill Akpabio has alleged that people criticising President Bola Tinubu and his supporters on social media are being paid to attack them, urging northern youths to intensify grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Akpabio made the allegation on Wednesday when a northern youth group, Arewa Revival Project, led by its coordinator, Mustafa Ibrahim, visited him at his office. The group, whose members are drawn from the 19 northern states, presented an award to the Senate President in recognition of his contributions to…

…Her public ranting and screaming at Justice Aluko were wholly unacceptable​On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, the court ordered that Doris Ogala be remanded at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre pending trial over allegations of cyberbullying, defamation, and extortion. The defendant was brought before Justice Akintayo Aluko to face a three-count charge The prosecution stated that Ogala, 34, deployed her Instagram and online channels on multiple occasions to transmit videos and electronic messages containing false claims aimed at Pastor Chris Okafor The sudden legal turn of events has reverberated across the Nigerian entertainment industry, capturing the attention of fans, colleagues, and the…

2027: Uba Sani declares readiness to take bullet for Tinubu Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has reaffirmed his support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, saying he is prepared to defend the president’s political ambition ahead of the 2027 general elections. Sani stated this during an interview on Trust TV’s Daily Politics programme on Tuesday, insisting that his support for Tinubu was based on conviction and would not change despite public concerns over economic hardship. “I have no apology supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and I will continue to support him till the last minute,” the governor said. Asked whether…

‘Where has the money gone?’ Umeh challenges Tinubu over fresh loans Senator representing Anambra Central, Victor Umeh, has questioned the Federal Government’s handling of previous loans, demanding answers over unpaid contractors as President Bola Tinubu seeks approval to borrow an additional $20.5 billion and €1.45 billion. Umeh, who spoke on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Tuesday, expressed concern that despite repeated borrowing approvals, the government had yet to meet some of its financial obligations, particularly payments for capital projects. He argued that successive loan requests had been justified on the grounds that the funds would help finance government budgets, yet…

Niger miners’ deaths: Panel seeks dismissal, prosecution of NSCDC officers, N1.4bn compensation A Federal Government investigative committee has recommended the dismissal and criminal prosecution of officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) implicated in the deaths of suspected illegal miners in Niger State, alongside N1.4 billion in compensation for bereaved families and survivors. However, the report has raised fresh questions over the number of fatalities, as the committee recommended compensation for only 33 bereaved families, despite the Federal Government’s earlier confirmation that 37 suspected illegal miners died in the incident.The discrepancy was not explained in the findings…

Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has vowed that he and his running mate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, will take immediate responsibility for Nigeria’s economic and security challenges if elected in 2027, promising measurable results from their first day in office rather than excuses or blame for the failures of previous administrations. Obi declared that Nigerians should no longer tolerate leaders who spend their time recounting inherited problems instead of providing solutions, insisting that an NDC administration would confront insecurity, corruption, hunger, unemployment and the country’s electricity crisis with urgency. “We don’t want you to hire us…

The Labour Party has denied being part of the Rainbow Coalition promoted by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, insisting that it will contest the 2027 general elections independently. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ken Asogwa, stated this during an interview on TVC News while reacting to reports that six political parties, including the Labour Party, had endorsed the coalition in Rivers State. Asogwa said the party’s national leadership had not authorised any alliance with the Rainbow Coalition or the G100 coalition reportedly being formed by opposition political parties. “The straight answer to your question, no. We…

Niger State governor congratulates Elem Kalabari monarch, promises to honour invitation as preparations intensify for December 19 coronation; journey to the throne reflects a remarkable passage through activism, sacrifice and traditional service By: Al Humphrey Onyanabo As preparations intensify for SE DIYE, the landmark final coronation rites of the Amanyanabo of The Source, Elem Kalabari, Torusarama Piri the monarch is extending his hand of fellowship across Nigeria, bringing old friendships, enduring relationships and the prospect of national unity into the heart of the forthcoming royal celebration. Da Amakiri Tubo, Alhaji Mujahid Abubakr Dokubo-Asari, Dabaye Amakiri 1, Amakiri Ekpeke, Sebromabo. The…

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has emerged winner of the 2026 Ballon d’Or, beating fellow contenders, including Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal, to the prestigious individual award. The announcement was made on the organisers’ official X account on Monday night in a post that read, “HARRY KANE IS THE NEW BALLON D’OR!” The organisers also welcomed the England captain to the award’s fold, writing on their website, “Welcome to the Ballon d’Or family, Harry!” Kane’s reported emergence as the winner places him ahead of several leading contenders who were also in contention for the award following their performances during the…

The Delta State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old school bus driver, Onome Ughagha, for allegedly kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 14-year-old female student in Sapele, after collecting ₦503,000 ransom from her father. The incident was reported at Sapele Area Command on October 20, 2026, by the victim’s father, who alleged that the suspect abducted his daughter while she was preparing to leave for school. The suspect reportedly contacted the father, demanded ₦503,000 ransom and threatened to kill the minor if the money was not paid. After the ransom was paid, the girl was allegedly abandoned along Oton Road, Sapele,…