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The Nigerian Army has ordered an investigation into allegations that some of its officers are providing protection for drug peddlers in parts of Lagos State. The probe was announced by the 81 Division of the Nigerian Army on Sunday following serious accusations made by the chairman of the Apapa-Iganmu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Mr…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will embark on a two-day state visit to the United Kingdom from March 18 to March 19, 2026, following an official invitation from King Charles III. The visit is expected to strengthen diplomatic ties between Nigeria and the United Kingdom and marks a major moment in relations between the two countries.…

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has called on the National Assembly to urgently reverse the Senate’s position on the Electoral Act amendment bill and make electronic transmission of election results mandatory. The association said the move is necessary to protect Nigeria’s democracy and restore public trust in the electoral process ahead of the 2027 general…

At least four persons are feared dead following a series of violent clashes linked to suspected cult groups in different parts of Lagos State over the past few days. The incidents, which occurred between Monday and Wednesday, have raised fresh concerns about rising cult-related violence in the state. The clashes were reported in several communities,…

The Obidients Movement has announced plans to stage a protest at the National Assembly, calling on Nigerians to unite in defence of democracy and push for political reforms. Dr. Yunusa Tanko, the National Coordinator of the movement, made the announcement through a post on social media, urging members and supporters to “arise and shine” for…

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a man identified as Gafaru Rasaki for allegedly exhuming human remains from a cemetery in Sagamu and being found in possession of four human heads. The arrest has caused shock and concern among residents of Sagamu and other parts of the state, especially amid growing worries about ritual-related…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a former Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University, Dutsinma, Katsina State, Professor Armaya’u Hamisu Bichi, over alleged bribery involving the sum of N19.7 million. Bichi was brought before the Katsina State High Court on Thursday, February 5, 2026, by the Kano Zonal Directorate of the EFCC. He…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially registered two new political parties, the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA) and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), ahead of preparations for the 2027 general elections. The registration was announced on Thursday in Abuja by the INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, during the commission’s first regular consultative meeting with…