Ebonyi governor sacks commissioner, traditional rulers over killings
Governor Francis Nwifuru has dissolved leadership structures and sacked officials from Amasiri after a deadly attack in Ebonyi State, vowing decisive action against perpetrators.
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Bandits burn four alive in Zamfara village over refusal to pay levies
At least four people were killed in Zamfara State after armed bandits attacked Gwargwaba village, setting houses ablaze over the community’s refusal to pay illegal levies.
Petrol may hit N1,000 per litre as crude oil prices surge above $70, marketers warn
Fuel prices in Nigeria may reach N1,000 per litre as crude oil surges above $70, driven by geopolitical tensions and
Gunmen behead, abduct residents, burn homes in Ebonyi community
Gunmen have reportedly attacked Okporojo community in Ebonyi State’s Edda Local Government Area, killing several residents, abducting others, and setting houses ablaze.
EFCC Bombshell: How ₦5.6bn Kogi LG money moved to company accounts
An Access Bank compliance officer has detailed how funds from Kogi State local government accounts were allegedly traced to private company accounts in the ongoing trial of former governor Yahaya Bello.
Niger blows N1.6bn on fancy tables, chairs, villagers drink dirty water
Between January and September 2025, Niger State spent billions on guest houses and executive furniture while critical water projects received minimal funding.
Coup plot: Military to court-martial officers, details emerge on case against general Sadiq
Nigeria’s military has confirmed a foiled coup attempt against President Tinubu, detailing allegations that Brigadier General Musa Sadiq failed to report prior knowledge of the plot, leading to plans for court-martial proceedings.
Akpabio: Bicycle, keke napep now faster than Abuja–Kaduna train
Akpabio has warned that Nigeria’s rail system has severely deteriorated, prompting the Senate to launch a probe into the failing Abuja–Kaduna train service.
Nigerians in UK raise funds to repatriate slain student’s remains
The Nigerian community in Norwich has begun fundraising to return the body of slain student Uchenna Okirie to Nigeria for burial.
Battle for Kano: Kwankwaso blows hot as Yusuf digs in
Governor Abba Yusuf’s fresh appointments in Kano have deepened political tensions as his former mentor, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, condemned Yusuf’s