El-Rufai’s Son Confirms Father’s Bail
Hon Bello El-Rufai, son of former Governor Nasri El-Rufai, says a Federal High Court in Kaduna State has granted bail to his father. According to the Federal lawmaker, who was inside the court where journalists were denied access to, the family s working to fulfil the bail conditions. “We are happy that Malam has been…
Makinde, Ladoja Hit Back at ‘Cantankerous’ Fayose Over Alleged Dethronement Plot
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde and the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, on Sunday disagreed with the former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, over a reported plot to dethrone Ladoja. In their separate reactions in Ibadan, the state capital, Makinde and Ladoja, through their media aides, described the reported plot to dethrone the…
ADC Crisis: Supreme Court Hears David Mark’s Appeal Tomorrow
The Supreme Court will on Tuesday hear an appeal filed by Sen. David Mark, the embattled National Chairman, African Democratic Congress (ADC). Mark is seeking an order staying the execution of the March 12 judgment of the Court of Appeal. The apex court, in a hearing notice with appeal number: SC/CV/180/2026 between Sen. Mark vs…
SERAP Asks Tinubu To Direct Minister Bosun Tijani, NIGCOMSAT, NNRA to Account for Alleged ₦2.9bn Missing Funds
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked President Bola Tinubu to order a full probe into the alleged disappearance of ₦2.9 billion from two key federal agencies, citing findings in the Auditor‑General’s annual report released September 9, 2025. In a statement issued Tuesday, SERAP urged the President to direct Bosun Tijani, Minister of…
Small Business Ally Presents Pop-Up Lagos
Small Business Ally is set to host Pop-Up Lagos from May 25 to 26, 2026 in Lagos as part of efforts to promote small and medium-scale businesses in the state. In a statement signed by the media consultant to the organisation, Mr. Sesan Aluko, it was disclosed that the event is targeted at Lagos-based businesses…
Soja Boi Shares Payment Records Dares Military To Release Payroll Data
Dismissed soldier Soja Boi backs pay claims with receipts, dares Army to release payroll Dismissed Nigerian soldier, Rotimi Olamilekan, popularly known as Soja Boi…Photo Credit: Sahara Reporters A dismissed Nigerian soldier, Rotimi Olamilekan, popularly known as Soja Boi, has dared the Nigerian Army to release its payroll after displaying bank transaction alerts he said proved…
Unlocking Nigeria’s Tourism Potential: NIHOTOUR Advances Inclusive Sector Development and National Certification Drive
The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR), Aare Dr. Abisoye Fagade, has commended the Federal Government for lifting the suspension on regulatory activities within Nigeria’s hospitality and tourism sector, describing the decision as a significant step towards revitalising the industry and advancing inclusive sector development. Aare Fagade…
Tinubu seeks fresh $6bn loan from UAE, UK
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has requested Senate approval for new external loans totalling $6 billion to fund infrastructure projects, debt servicing, and port rehabilitation. In a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and read during Tuesday’s plenary, the President sought approval for a $5 billion facility from First Abu Dhabi Bank. If approved, Nigeria’s…
Zenitth Bank and Ford Foundation Honour Unsung ‘Sheroes’ with Inaugural Woman of Power Award
On Saturday, March 28 2026, Zenith Bank held the climax of its month-long activities to commemorate March as women’s month. The event which held at The Civic Centre, was the second of such activity at the Centre, having held the International Women Day Seminar on the 9th of March, 2026. The event was to honour…
Tony Elumelu Marks Birthday with Renewed Commitment to Empower 3,200 African Entrepreneurs Across 54 Countries
In a move to reaffirm his commitment to empowering African entrepreneurs, Chairman of Heirs Holdings, UBA Group and Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Tony O. Elumelu, CFR, has announced 3,200 beneficiaries for the 2026 TEF Entrepreneurship Programme. The announcement, made in Abuja, coincides with the philanthropist’s annual reflection on impact, purpose, and the…
