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The Niger State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of Dr Tony Eghagagara, Head of Medical Services at New Bussa General Hospital in Borgu Local Government Area (LGA). The command’s spokesperson, SP Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed the incident in a statement released in Minna on Friday. Abiodun said Eghagagara was kidnapped on Wednesday around 9.30pm by suspected bandits from his private …

The Nigerian military inaugurated a General Court Martial on Friday to try officers accused of plotting to overthrow the government, officially beginning proceedings in a case that has attracted national attention. The hearing, held at the Scorpion Guards Brigade canteen in Asokoro, began under tight security, with the accused officers transported to the scene at around 8.53am. Journalists were prevented …

Good Governance Advocates have raised fresh concerns over the early retirement directive recently issued by the Nigerian Customs Service. The group urged the Customs authorities to ensure fairness and institutional balance in the implementation of the directive. In a statement issued on Friday by its convener, Ajibade Ojomo, the group criticized the decision to require officers approaching retirement to vacate …

By Victor Osula, Abuja The Nigerian Army on Friday inaugurated a General Court Martial to try officers accused of involvement in an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. The proceedings, initiated at the Guards Brigade Scorpion Mess in Asokoro, Abuja, mark the start of an internal judicial process following months of investigation into allegations dating back to October 2025. …

The Federal High Court has adjourned the ongoing money laundering trial involving former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, to May 6 for continuation of proceedings. The decision was delivered on Friday by Emeka Nwite, who granted the adjournment to allow the defense lawyer, Joseph Daudu, to continue cross-examination of a prosecution witness. The witness, Abdullahi Jamilu, is the twelfth prosecution …

The Ogun State chapter of the Association of Independent and Independent Broadcasters of Nigeria has congratulated Sweet 107.1 FM on its 10th anniversary, describing the milestone as a reflection of resilience, innovation and unwavering commitment to quality broadcasting. In a statement signed by the state president, Olalekan Shoyinka, and issued by the publicity secretary, Olusoji Akindiya, the association commended the …

By Ayo Kehinde African central bank reserves rose to $530 billion in 2025, up from $480 billion in 2024, driven largely by surging gold prices and increased accumulation of the precious metal. The $50 billion increase highlights a significant shift in reserve management strategies across the continent. According to the Africa Finance Corporation’s latest “State of Africa’s Infrastructure Report,” the …

Lagos State, CJ, Justice Kazeem Alogba The decision by the Chief Justice of Lagos State, Justice Kazeem Alogba, to withdraw the file in a long-running land dispute before the Ikeja High Court has stalled the proceedings, leaving the parties unsure of their next steps. The development occurred at the Lands Division of the Ikeja High Court presided over by Justice …

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive abolishing automatic tickets for sitting members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is starting to change the political calculations ahead of the 2027 general elections, with emerging indications that politics could reshape the contest in the Ondo North senatorial district. The president had declared that no incumbent official would be guaranteed the party ticket, a …

By Ayo Kehinde US President Donald Trump has ordered US forces to take immediate lethal action against any vessel suspected of laying naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, dramatically increasing tensions with Iran and raising fresh fears of a direct military confrontation in one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. In a directive issued Thursday via social media, …