A major controversy is unfolding in Kano following allegations that politically connected figures, alongside officials in the Federal Ministry of Education, orchestrated the quiet transfer of 30 hectares of land belonging to Federal Government College Kano for private development. The dispute, which has triggered national attention, pits the school’s alumni association against powerful interests said to be backing the deal. At stake is land described by stakeholders as critical to the institution’s future. Presidential Petition and Rising Alarm The Federal Government College Kano Old Students Association has formally petitioned Bola Ahmed Tinubu, calling for urgent intervention to halt what it…
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The Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has condemned a recent attack on residents of Mbalom in Gwer-East Local Government Area, describing the incident as “heinous” and unacceptable. In a press statement issued on Sunday, the governor said the assault, reportedly carried out by suspected armed herdsmen, represents a serious threat to the peace and security of the state. He expressed deep sympathy to families affected by the violence and assured them of the government’s support during this period. Alia raised concerns over what he described as a pattern of calculated and selective attacks in parts of Benue, warning that…
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa state has distanced himself from all political aspirants ahead of the 2027 general elections, stating that he has not endorsed any candidate for any elective position. The governor’s clarification follows growing speculation that he had backed certain contenders vying for positions in the state assembly, House of Representatives, Senate, and governorship races. Speaking during a stakeholders’ meeting at the Government House in Yola, Fintiri stressed that leadership decisions must remain solely in the hands of the electorate. He urged aspirants to depend on grassroots support and divine guidance rather than perceived political endorsements. “The…
Displaced Tiv Christians from Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State staged a peaceful protest on Thursday, calling for urgent intervention and justice after spending seven years in internally displaced persons (IDP) camps. The demonstrators, predominantly subsistence farmers, appealed to the Federal Government and the international community to facilitate their safe return to their ancestral homes. They decried worsening living conditions, economic hardship, and the collapse of their livelihoods since their displacement in 2019. Addressing journalists, the leader of the group, Terhile Ahur, accused the Taraba State Government, Wukari Local Government authorities, and the Wukari Traditional Council of failing to…
The management of The Wells Carlton Hotel & Apartments in Asokoro, Abuja, has issued a stern warning to the public over fraudulent claims of sale, lease, or third-party management arrangements involving the luxury property. In a statement released through media consultant Mr. Courage Moses, the hotel’s management clarified that the property remains solely owned by the family of the late Dr. Wells Idahosa Okunbo and is not for sale or lease under any circumstances. “The Wells Carlton Hotel & Apartments belongs exclusively to the family of the late Dr. Wells Idahosa Okunbo,” Moses said. “No individual, group, or agent has…
Chevron has taken a significant step toward expanding its footprint in Central Africa, announcing a Final Investment Decision (FID) on the Aseng Gas Monetization Project in Equatorial Guinea. The decision, confirmed by Noble Energy EG Ltd., a Chevron subsidiary, comes after the execution of key commercial agreements and remains subject to final regulatory approvals. According to Jim Swartz, Chairman and Managing Director for Chevron’s Nigeria and Mid-Africa region, the milestone follows a pivotal agreement signed in September 2025 with the Equatorial Guinean government. That deal established competitive fiscal and tax terms, clearing the path for the project’s advancement. Swartz explained…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to clarify reports of a proposed nationwide voter revalidation exercise, warning that such a move could disrupt the electoral process and disenfranchise millions of Nigerians. In a press statement issued on Wednesday and signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the opposition party described the alleged plan—said to be contained in a leaked internal memo—as “a recipe for chaos,” particularly given its timing less than ten months before the next general elections. The ADC expressed concern that requiring already registered voters to revalidate their details…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the APC-led Federal Government of attempting to destabilise the party following Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s defection, alleging undue pressure on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN). In a statement issued on March 31, 2026, and signed by ADC National Publicity Secretary Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party claimed a March 28 letter from a group of Senior Advocates of Nigeria, supposedly representing an expelled party member, is being used to push INEC to invalidate party actions and alter its leadership structure before the courts rule. “The decision of…
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has called on authorities in Nigeria to urgently investigate and, if warranted, prosecute an individual identified as Alex Barbir over a viral video allegedly promoting violence in Plateau State. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the group expressed alarm over the circulation of the footage, which it said appears to show Barbir engaging in hate speech and encouraging attacks against Muslims and other minority communities. MPAC, however, noted that it has not independently verified the authenticity of the video. Despite this uncertainty, the organization warned that, if genuine, the content could inflame tensions in…
Fresh concerns over Nigeria’s internal security and social cohesion have emerged following allegations that a foreign national may be contributing to rising religious tensions in parts of the country, prompting urgent calls for investigation and accountability. The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) has sounded the alarm, urging authorities to probe the activities of an American identified as Alex Barbir, also known as Eyal Yakoby. In a statement the group described his alleged actions in Plateau State and Benue State as a potential threat to national peace and stability. According to MPAC, the individual is reportedly linked to Academi, a private…