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…15 GenCos Sign ₦2.3tn Settlement Deal …FG Targets Stable Supply, Investor Confidence Boost Daud Olatunji President Bola Tinubu has approved a ₦3.3 trillion payment plan to clear longstanding debts in Nigeria’s power sector, in a move the Federal Government says is aimed at stabilising electricity supply and restoring investor confidence in the industry. The approval follows the conclusion of a comprehensive review under the Presidential Power Sector Financial Reforms Programme, which assessed outstanding liabilities accumulated over a decade, between February 2015 and March 2025. In a statement on Sunday, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo…

There is growing tension in Plateau State following renewed allegations and counter-allegations over religious bias, insecurity, and selective justice in the handling of violent incidents across communities. A statement circulating on social media and attributed to a concerned group alleged that Muslims in the state were being unfairly treated and excluded from political and security structures, while also questioning official narratives around several violent incidents that have rocked parts of the state in recent years. The statement claimed that key political and administrative positions in the state are predominantly occupied by Christians, asserting that this imbalance has contributed to marginalisation…

Troops of the Nigerian military have killed no fewer than 65 bandits, including a son of wanted terror leader, Ado Allero, during a major coordinated offensive in Zamfara State. The operation, which combined ground forces with air support, was carried out in Tsafe Local Government Area of the state, targeting criminal enclaves linked to persistent attacks in the North-West. Security sources said the offensive led to the death of Kachalla Iliya Sarki, a notorious bandit commander and son of Ado Allero, alongside several other high-profile fighters. The assault reportedly took place in Munhaye village, behind Kunchin Kalgo, where troops engaged…

The Inspector-General of Police has directed officers captured in a viral stop-and-search video to report at the Force Headquarters, as part of ongoing disciplinary procedures aimed at addressing alleged misconduct. The directive, according to police authorities, underscores the renewed commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to accountability, professionalism, and respect for citizens’ rights. Force spokesman,DCP Anthony Okon Placid , said the move reflects the leadership’s resolve to strengthen internal discipline and ensure that officers operate within established rules of engagement. He noted that the development followed public concerns generated by the viral video, stressing that such feedback continues to shape…

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested a pastor and his wife for allegedly trafficking illicit drugs concealed in a vehicle along the Seme border corridor in Lagos State. The agency said it recovered 11 kilogrammes of skunk hidden in specially constructed compartments of a Honda Pilot SUV conveying the suspects. Spokesman for the anti-narcotics agency, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, identifying the suspects as Afolabi Hodonu, 45, a pastor with the Celestial Church of Christ, Agonvi Sea Beach, Badagry, and his wife, Success, 35. Babafemi said the couple was apprehended on April…

A former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Tunde Lemo, on Saturday led a large mobilisation of supporters to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the commissioning of the Gateway International Cargo Airport in Ogun State, describing the project as a catalyst for economic growth and export expansion. The high-profile event,in Iperu, Ikenne local government area of the state, drew dignitaries from across the country and showcased what observers described as Lemo’s growing grassroots influence and political alignment with the President ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at the event, Lemo commended Tinubu for supporting the completion of…

A 52-year-old Ondo State woman, Titilayo Funke Akindele, allegedly died inside the Edo State High Court after officials of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) reportedly ignored pleas to release her for urgent medical attention, her son, Samuel Akindele, has alleged. Samuel, who spoke in an emotional interview, said his mother’s death followed weeks of alleged detention, failed bail negotiations, and what he described as a disregard for her deteriorating health condition. According to him, the incident has left the family devastated and seeking justice, while raising fresh concerns about the treatment of suspects in custody. Samuel narrated that…

The faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by former Senate President, David Mark, has vowed to take the party’s internal crisis beyond Nigeria’s borders, announcing plans to engage foreign governments, international organisations, and global human rights bodies over what it described as threats to democratic participation ahead of the 2027 general elections. The faction said the move became necessary in response to what it called increasing attacks on its members, attempts to undermine its leadership, and efforts to restrict opposition participation in the country’s political space. The National Publicity Secretary of the faction, Bolaji Abdullahi, disclosed this in…

The Catholic Diocese of Sokoto Diocese has dismissed a viral social media claim alleging that the residence of the Bishop of Matthew Kukah, the Holy Family Catholic Cathedral, and a multi-million-naira Catholic pastoral centre were attacked and set ablaze in Sokoto. The diocese described the claim as false, misleading, and the handiwork of individuals bent on causing panic and unrest. In a statement issued on Saturday by the Director of Communications for the diocese, Pascal Salifu, the Church clarified that all its facilities remain intact, safe, and fully operational. “The Bishop’s residence, the Cathedral, and the Catholic Pastoral Centre in…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has come under fire following his controversial remark suggesting he felt like shooting Channels Television anchor, Seun Okinbaloye, during a live media interaction. However, his Special Assistant on Public Communications, Lere Olayinka, has dismissed the comment as mere exaggeration, insisting that the minister never intended any harm. Wike had sparked outrage on Friday during a media chat when he reacted to Okinbaloye’s comment on Channels Television’s Politics Today, where the journalist warned of Nigeria drifting towards a one-party state amid the crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a moment…