Lawyer Sues BLord for ₦1bn Over Defamation
Abubakar Marshall, legal counsel to social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has filed a ₦1 billion defamation lawsuit against entrepreneur Linus Williams, widely known as BLord, for allegedly referring to him as an “ex-convict.” The suit, filed before a High Court in Abuja, accuses Williams of
FG Shortlists 65 Students for ₦50m Innovation Grant
The Federal Government has shortlisted 65 student innovators from a total of 30,639 applicants drawn from 404 tertiary institutions across the country for the award of a ₦50 million innovation grant aimed at supporting youth-driven research and technological development. The selection was announced by the Federal Ministry of Education as
Saudi Arabia Orders Umrah Pilgrims to Exit Country by April 18
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has directed all Umrah pilgrims currently in the country to depart on or before April 18, as authorities begin preparations for the upcoming Hajj season. The directive was issued by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, which said the move is part of routine
Police Arrest Baruwa After NURTW Secretariat Takeover in Abuja
Police in Abuja have arrested Tajudeen Baruwa after he allegedly led members of his faction to forcefully take control of the national secretariat of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) during a leadership dispute within the union. Security sources said the incident occurred at the union’s national headquarters
Enugu–Onitsha Expressway Section to Open by March 31
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has directed that the completed 15-kilometre section of the Enugu–Onitsha Expressway be opened to traffic on or before March 31 as part of efforts by the Federal Government to ease transportation challenges in the South-East. Umahi gave the directive during an inspection of ongoing
Wike Warns PDP Members Against Political Fights Ahead of Convention
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Monday cautioned members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against engaging in avoidable political battles, taking a swipe at Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde during the party’s 107th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting. Speaking at the session, Wike described as
Tinubu 2027: Kalu Says Victory Locked In
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, on Monday expressed strong confidence that President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election is “a done deal,” praising the administration’s emphasis on youth empowerment and long-term governance. Speaking in Abuja during a meeting with members of the Abia State chapter of the City
IGP Disu Approves Nationwide Police Commissioner Postings
Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, has approved a fresh round of postings for several commissioners of police across commands nationwide, a move aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and administrative coverage within the Nigeria Police Force. The directive, marked “Most/Immediate,” was contained in an internal wireless message issued from the
Obi Cubana: Politics for Citizen Empowerment, Not Gain
Nigerian entrepreneur and socialite, Obinna Iyiegbu, on Monday explained that his growing involvement in politics is motivated by a desire to promote inclusive governance and meaningful citizen participation, dismissing claims that it is driven by personal ambition. Obi Cubana, a known supporter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, said his role
Shettima: Fintiri Now APC Leader in Adamawa
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday clarified that Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has automatically become the leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State following his defection to the party last month. Shettima made the statement during a reception in Adamawa State held in honor of Fintiri, amid ongoing