March 7, 2026 - Voice of Liberty NG

All-FCT sports association honor Gen. Chris Musa (rtd)

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

The All-Federal Capital Territory Sports Association, (AFSA), has conferred its “Ambassador of Fair Play” award on Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd) for his deep passion for sports and youth development, describing these as essential drivers of security and stability in any nation. Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Chairman of the AFSA Board of Trustees, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, led the delegation that presented the award to the Minister during a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Defence at Ship House, Abuja. Dogara emphasized…

Senate summons ex-NNPCL Boss, Mele Kyari over alleged ₦210tr financial discrepancies

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

The 10th Senate Committee on Public Accounts has summoned the former management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), including its immediate-past Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, over alleged financial discrepancies amounting to ₦210 trillion in the company’s audited accounts between 2017 and 2023. According to Chairman of the committee, Aliyu Wadada, who represents Nasarawa West, disclosed the development during a press briefing at the National Assembly in Abuja on Thursday, the investigation is part of the committee’s constitutional responsibility to ensure accountability, transparency and proper management of…

Tinubu approves postings of 65 Ambassadors

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the diplomatic postings of 65 Nigerian ambassadors to countries around the world and the United Nations. The disclosure was made by the Presidency yesterday by Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy) Bayo Onanuga, who noted that the list comprises 34 non-career ambassadors and 31 career diplomats assigned to different diplomatic missions. The postings follow the confirmation of the ambassadors-designate by the Senate last December. Among the non-career appointees are former senators, political figures, and public personalities assigned to countries including Israel, South…

Israeli Ambassador accuses Iran of sponsoring terrorism in Nigeria

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, has accused Iran of sponsoring terrorism in Nigeria and attempting to expand its influence in West Africa through extremist movements. Speaking in an interview yesterday, Freeman alleged that some groups operating in Nigeria, including the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, receive ideological or operational backing from Tehran. He cited statements by Ali Khamenei as evidence of Iran’s support for such movements. According to him, Iran’s activities form part of a broader global agenda involving support for militant groups and destabilising campaigns in several regions.…

OPL 245: Tinubu ends 15yr dispute, unlocks major deepwater investment

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

…As ex-AGF Adoke seeks apology President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the successful resolution of the long-running dispute over Oil Prospecting Licence (OPL) 245, bringing to a close more than 15 years of legal and political wrangling surrounding one of Nigeria’s most valuable deepwater oil assets. The settlement agreement between the Federal Government, Italian energy giant Eni, and Nigerian Agip Exploration Limited (NAEL) was finalised during a meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja attended by Eni’s Chief Executive Officer, Claudio Descalzi, alongside senior company executives and top Nigerian officials.…

“Unprepared leaders are Africa’s problem” – Obasanjo

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has identified leadership as the bane of development in African nations. Obasanjo submitted that when leaders are poorly formed, nations are fractured, sources are stolen, children without education go to bed hungry, and young people with bright futures abandon hope and take “dangerous risks” in search of greener pastures. He spoke on Thursday in Abeokuta, Ogun State, while addressing graduates of the Olusegun Obasanjo Leadership Institute (OOLI). The convocation ceremony took place during the former President’s 89th birthday lecture with the theme: ‘The Global Africa Enlightenment:…

2027: ‘APGA’ll adopt Tinubu as presidential candidate if APC clears him’ – Party Chairman

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has announced plans to adopt President Bola Tinubu as its candidate for the 2027 presidential poll once he is cleared by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to seek re-election. APGA’s national chairman, Sly Ezeokemwa, at a press briefing in Lagos on Thursday, said: “We hope that during the national convention of the APC, if he secures the nomination of his party through direct primaries, I can bet you that the national convention of APGA will adopt him as our presidential candidate”. Ezeokenwa pointed out…

H’Reps approve ₦140bn budget for S’East Devt. Commission

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

The 10th House of Representatives Committee on the South-East Development Commission has approved the South-East Development Commission’s proposed ₦140 billion budget for the 2026 fiscal year. The approval followed a presentation by SEDC Managing Director and CEO, Mark Okoye, during a budget defence session on Thursday. Established to drive economic growth, infrastructure development, and industrialisation across Nigeria’s five South-East states, the SEDC coordinates regional development projects and attracts both public and private investments to enhance the region’s socio-economic profile. During the session, Okoye unveiled the Commission’s ambitious plan to grow…

Kano: “Don’t use impeachment to settle political scores” – Kwankwasiyya tells lawmakers

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Kwankwasiyya Movement has cautioned the Kano State House of Assembly against using the impeachment process as a political tool, warning that such a move could worsen political divisions in the state. The group was reacting to reported moves to impeach the Kano State Deputy Governor, Aminu AbdulSalam Gwarzo. In a statement issued yesterday, the spokesperson of the movement, Dr Habibu Saleh, described the unfolding development as worrying and urged political actors in the state to avoid actions that may appear politically-motivated. According to him, “The people of Kano are…