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“He suffered because he was poor”: Lawyers say police broke the law by detaining Oyo student over N8,000

New details show the N8,000 debt Oyo police said was irrelevant appears on Al-Amin Mohammed's charge sheet, as lawyers say detaining a debtor is illegal.

Plateau women block Jos-Mangu highway after gunmen kill three vigilantes, including youth leader, on night patrol

Women and youths in Kassa community, Barkin Ladi, blocked the Jos-Mangu highway for hours on Friday after gunmen killed three vigilantes, including the youth leader.

Nigeria Boosts National Grid with New Mobile Power Stations

Nigeria unveils new mobile power stations in Lagos and Kebbi states, adding 625MW to the national grid. The project is part of a government initiative to improve power supply and could lead to economic growth and better living standards.

Tinubu Set to Inaugurate Three Gas Infrastructure Projects

In a significant development for Nigeria's energy sector, prominent political figure Tinubu is poised...

Delta State Rallies Behind Pipeline Security Company

Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL), responsible for safeguarding oil pipelines in Delta State, Nigeria, is under scrutiny for its performance. Despite accusations of underperformance, PINL receives backing from local experts, government officials, and community leaders who tout the company's success in reducing pipeline vandalism and boosting the regional economy.

Vessels Trapped in Escravos: Fuel Shortage Looms in Nigeria

A looming fuel shortage in Nigeria has been attributed to vessels trapped in the...

CSOs: Politicians Facing Corruption Charges Must Be Held Accountable

Nigerian civil society organizations (CSOs) are demanding stronger action against corruption in the government. The groups are urging political parties to denounce members facing corruption charges and calling for increased transparency and accountability within government institutions.

Tinubu’s Bold Pitch: Nigeria Emerges as Prime Investment Destination for Samsung

In a strategic move aimed at wooing global investment, former Lagos State Governor and...

Ortom Calls on Bello to Face EFCC Investigation

In a surprising turn of events, former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom urged Yahaya Bello, the immediate past governor of Kogi State, to surrender himself to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) amid ongoing corruption investigations. Ortom's statement comes after Bello's recent absence from court hearings related to the EFCC probe.

Lagos Governor and Senator Push for Ikorodu-Itokin Road Dualization

Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Senator Adetokunbo Abiru are advocating for the urgent dualization of the Ikorodu-Itokin Road, a vital artery for economic activity in the region. The road's rehabilitation and planned dualization are expected to significantly improve traffic flow and boost economic growth in Lagos State and beyond.

Diesel Prices Remain Steady Despite Dangote’s Cuts

Despite recent price cuts by Dangote Group, diesel prices in Nigeria have yet to...

Nigerian Minister Defends Lagos-Calabar Highway Project

Nigerian Works Minister David Umahi defends the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, calling critics who question its funding and economic viability "unpatriotic." The project is expected to improve connectivity between Nigeria's economic hubs and boost national growth.

Federal Government Plans to Offload Banks’ Managed Discos

In a move aimed at restructuring Nigeria's energy sector, the federal government has announced...

Nigerian Lawyer Ozekhome Denies Defending Governor Bello

Nigerian lawyer Mike Ozekhome has distanced himself from a fabricated social media post that claimed he criticized the EFCC's pursuit of corruption charges against Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. Ozekhome called the statement "a lie from the pit of hell.

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“He suffered because he was poor”: Lawyers say police broke the law by detaining Oyo student over N8,000

New details show the N8,000 debt Oyo police said was irrelevant appears on Al-Amin Mohammed's charge sheet, as lawyers say detaining a debtor is illegal.

Plateau women block Jos-Mangu highway after gunmen kill three vigilantes, including youth leader, on night patrol

Women and youths in Kassa community, Barkin Ladi, blocked the Jos-Mangu highway for hours on Friday after gunmen killed three vigilantes, including the youth leader.

How Aliko Dangote’s refinery turned Nigeria into a petrol exporter worth nearly N1 trillion in six months

Aliko Dangote's refinery has turned Nigeria from a heavy petrol importer into an exporter earning N998.5 billion in the first half of 2026, NBS data show.

Obi insists he left Anambra debt-free, says World Bank loans were federal support drawn after he left office

Peter Obi says he never borrowed money or issued bonds as Anambra governor, rejecting the state government's claim that his tenure left N127.4 billion in external debt.