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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that no amount of criticism will deter his administration from implementing policies he believes are in the best interest of the nation. Tinubu made the remark on Tuesday at the public presentation of Being True To Myself, an autobiography authored by former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido. The event, held at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja, drew a gathering of political leaders and statesmen. Represented by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, the president reaffirmed his commitment to difficult but necessary reforms. “The president welcomes constructive criticism at all times…

The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed as false and misleading, viral social media claims that one of its helicopters was used to deliver food items to armed bandits in Kogi State. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the police clarified that the viral video being circulated actually depicted a legitimate security operation carried out in the Obajana area of the state. “Contrary to the misleading and false narrative suggesting that the aircraft was used to deliver food items to bandits, the Force categorically states that the video captures a legitimate security…

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has warned that parts of the country could experience as many as 290 days of rainfall in 2025, alongside prolonged dry spells and erratic seasonal patterns. In its 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction released on Monday, the agency revealed that coastal states such as Lagos, Delta, Bayelsa, Cross River, Rivers, and Akwa Ibom will record the longest rainy season, spanning between 250 and 290 days. Southern inland states—Ogun, Oyo, Ekiti, Osun, Ebonyi, Anambra, and Enugu—are expected to experience between 200 and 250 days of rainfall, while central states could see 150 to 200 days. Northern states…

The House of Representatives on Tuesday rejected a constitutional amendment bill seeking to divest the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of its statutory powers to register and regulate political parties in Nigeria. The bill, co-sponsored by the Speaker of the House, Tajudeen Abbas, and Hon. Francis Waive, proposed transferring the power to the Office of the Registrar-General of Political Parties. However, following a heated debate and a voice vote presided over by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, the bill failed to secure the majority’s support. Lawmakers also voted down six other bills aimed at amending key provisions of the 1999 Constitution.…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Tuesday declared that Nigeria is far from achieving its full potential, warning that the country’s journey to greatness remains incomplete due to unfulfilled leadership responsibilities. Speaking at the public presentation of an autobiography by former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, in Abuja, Obasanjo delivered a pointed charge to both former and current leaders, stressing that the task of nation-building cannot be abandoned midstream. “The Nigeria you and I worked for, we haven’t gotten there yet,” Obasanjo said. “And I believe it is the responsibility of all of us to ensure we reach the Nigeria of…

Former Governor of Jigawa State, Alhaji Sule Lamido, has urged President Bola Tinubu to pay the N45 billion debt allegedly owed to the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola by the Federal Government, as a symbolic step toward bringing closure to the historic June 12 saga. Lamido made the appeal on Tuesday in Abuja during the public presentation of his new autobiography, Being True to Myself. The event drew several dignitaries including former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and other prominent Nigerians. Addressing the gathering, Lamido said it was time for the Nigerian government to rectify…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has vowed that his administration remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring the independence of Nigeria’s judiciary, underscoring ongoing legislative efforts to fast-track reforms and enhance access to justice for every Nigerian. Tinubu made the assertion at the launch of a book dedicated to the immediate past Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, in Abuja. The book, The Judicial Legacy of Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, co-authored by Dr. Charles Mekwunye (SAN) and Ayo Olanrewaju, the Deputy Editor-in-Chief and Chairman of the Editorial Board of the Nigerian Weekly Law Reports (NWLR),…

The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) is set to introduce stringent regulations aimed at protecting the Nigerian media landscape from the disruptive influence of artificial intelligence (AI). The move comes amid growing concerns about the impact of AI on the integrity and credibility of media content, particularly as automation in news production and broadcasting continues to surge globally. In a bid to address potential risks, the NBC is exploring a comprehensive framework that will regulate the use of AI in media operations, ensuring that automated content does not jeopardize the standards of accuracy, fairness, and objectivity that the Nigerian public has…

Morenikeji Adebayo Nigeria has seen a concerning rise in HIV cases over the past decade, with more than 2.9 million reported infections between 2014 and 2024. The data highlights the persistent challenge the country faces in combating the epidemic, despite ongoing public health efforts. According to official reports, the number of HIV cases steadily increased over the years, starting with 167,257 cases in 2014. This was followed by 197,466 cases in 2015, a jump to 227,025 in 2016, and a further rise to 236,406 in 2017. In 2018, the figure slightly declined to 214,217 cases, but the upward trend resumed…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has declared that ex-militant leader, Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, will be invited for questioning over a viral video showing alleged abuse of the Nigerian currency. The video, which surfaced over the weekend, showed the former commander of the defunct Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND) celebrating his 54th birthday in grand style. In the now-viral clip, Tompolo is seen dancing while a guest sprays bundles of N1,000 notes on him—an act prohibited under Nigeria’s anti-naira abuse laws. The footage was posted on X (formerly Twitter) by a user…