Author: Aminu Imam

Tinubu orders NAHCON to reduce 2026 Hajj fares

Aminu Imam
Tinubu orders NAHCON

President Bola Tinubu has directed the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, (NAHCON), to immediately reduce the cost of the 2026 Hajj fares that it had recently announced. Vice-President, Kashim Shettima handed down the President’s directive during a meeting with management and board members of NAHCON at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Monday. He called for synergy among national and state officials, including state Governors, in streamlining and adopting a new set of fares for the exercise, and also urged prompt action by all stakeholders to ensure quick payments and timely…

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Fresh turmoil rocks SDP, ADC as leadership crises deepen

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Fresh turmoil SDP, ADC

Nigeria’s political landscape was thrown into fresh turbulence this week, as two opposition parties — the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) – descended into a parallel leadership crisis, each marked by claims of illegitimate expulsions and accusations of internal hijack plots. In the SDP, 37 state chairmen under the aegis of the Forum of SDP State Chairmen have backed the expulsion of the party’s former National Chairman, Shehu Gabam, accusing him of financial misconduct, abuse of office, and diversion of party funds amounting to nearly…

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Alleged Coup: Number of detained military officers rises to 42

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Army redeploys

…As EFCC, NFIU probe suspected funders The on-going investigation into the alleged coup attempt against the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has deepened, with the number of detained military officers rising from 16 to 42, even as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigeria Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) have joined the probe to trace suspected funding channels behind the plot. Security sources told newsmen that the detained officers are currently being interrogated to determine their level of involvement and the extent of the alleged conspiracy. “So…

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Gov. Uba Sani showcases Kaduna’s transformation at 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Dubai Summit

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Gov. Uba Sani showcases

Governor Uba Sani, of Kaduna State, who represented Nigeria at the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit and Mayors’ Forum held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, showcased Kaduna’s transformation story to a global audience comprising over 150 mayors, governors, and 300 city leaders from Asia, the Pacific, Europe, and Africa. The Summit, themed: “Collaborate. Inspire. Transform”, provided a platform for global city leaders to exchange ideas and strategies aimed at driving sustainable, inclusive, and innovation-led urban growth. In his presentation, titled: “Building Partnerships for Shared Prosperity”, Governor Sani highlighted Kaduna State’s…

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APC secures 2/3rd majority in House of Reps., as 6 lawmakers defect 

Aminu Imam

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) yesterday secured a commanding two-third majority in the 10th House of Representatives, following the defection of six opposition members. Speaker of the 10th House, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, announced the defections during plenary, after reading individual letters submitted by the lawmakers. Five members of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP), representing various constituencies in Enugu State, alongside a member of the Labour Party (LP) from Plateau State, announced their defection to the APC during plenary session yesterday. Those who crossed over to the APC are: Daniel…

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FG to launch electricity subsidy for poor Nigerians

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FG on electricity subsidy

The Federal Government has stated that a targeted electricity subsidy is being developed to protect vulnerable households while ensuring the long-term commercial viability of the industry. Minister of Works, Adebayo Adelabu,  who made the disclosure at the Nigeria Energy Forum in Lagos, stated that the Government will also introduce a minimum capital adequacy requirement for distribution companies (DisCos) during their license renewal process, to strengthen liquidity and improve service delivery. The Minister also disclosed that Nigeria has commenced export of locally produced solar panels to Ghana, signalling the country’s readiness…

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Tinubu decorates new Service Chiefs, orders crackdown on emerging threats

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Tinubu new S'Chiefs

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has decorated the newly appointed Service Chiefs with their new ranks and charged them to decisively confront emerging security threats across the country. Speaking at the decoration ceremony held yesterday at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, the President urged the new military leaders to demonstrate patriotism, professionalism, and urgency in restoring peace nationwide. “Security threats are constantly evolving, constantly mutating, and of grave concern to our administration is the recent emergence of new armed groups in the North-Central, North-West, and parts of the…

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FG releases ₦2.3bn to clear Universities unions’ salary arrears

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FG salary arrears

The Federal Government said it has released about ₦2.3 billion to pay arrears and backlogs of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, (ASUU), and other university-based unions. According to an issued statement signed by the Director, Press and Public Relations, Ministry of Education, Folasade Boriowo, on Wednesday, the funds were released through the office of the Accountant-General of the Federation. “A total of ₦2.311 billion, representing Batch 8 salary and promotion arrears, has been released through the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation to universities. Benefiting institutions should begin…

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Tinubu approves 15% import duty on petrol, diesel amid growing backlash

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Tinubu approves import duty

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the introduction of a 15 percent ad-valorem import duty on petrol and diesel imports into Nigeria – a policy aimed at protecting local refineries and stabilising the downstream petroleum market. The directive, contained in a letter dated October 21, 2025, made public on Wednesday, was addressed to the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). It was signed by the President’s Private Secretary, Damilotun Aderemi, following a proposal from FIRS Executive Chairman, Zacch Adedeji. According to…

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Alleged Coup Plot: 16 officers detained, as NDDC boss Ogbuku denies arrest rumour

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Alleged coup plot officers detained

Fresh details have emerged regarding the ongoing investigation into the foiled October 1 coup plot in Nigeria, with 16 military officers now confirmed to be in detention. According to security sources, 14 of the suspects are from the Nigerian Army, including a Brigadier-General, a Colonel, four Lieutenant Colonels, five Majors, two Captains, and one Lieutenant. The remaining two officers are a Navy Lieutenant Commander and an Air Force Squadron Leader. Most of the Army suspects reportedly belong to the Infantry Corps, with several identified as graduates of the 56th Regular…

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