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Tinubu Departs for Europe, Heads to UAE Summit

President Bola Tinubu has left Nigeria for Europe, continuing his break before a key trip to Abu Dhabi for the 2026 Sustainability Week Summit. Get the full details on his itinerary and the high-level invitation from the UAE President.

PFN Leader Urges Tinubu: Secure Nigeria, Spare No One

PFN President Bishop Wale Oke urges President Tinubu not to relent in the fight against insecurity, calling for decisive action against terrorists and bandits without negotiation. He commends US cooperation.

Akpabio: Banditry Will Be Defeated in 2026

Senate President Godswill Akpabio expresses optimism that Nigeria's security challenges, including banditry, will be overcome by 2026. He calls for national unity and support for President Tinubu's administration.

Akpabio Gives Jobs to Deceased Police Aide's Sons

Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced automatic employment for the two sons of his late police aide, DSP Hussani Ibrahim, who died in a crash. The gesture has ignited mixed reactions from Nigerians online. Read the full story.

Akpabio Offers Jobs to Sons of Deceased Police Escort

Senate President Godswill Akpabio pledges automatic employment for two sons of his late police rider, DSP Hussani Ibrahim, who died in a tragic accident on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Read the full story.

Tinubu Hosts APC National Caucus Meeting Today

President Bola Tinubu convenes a strategic APC National Caucus meeting in Abuja. Key leaders, including VP Shettima and former VP Osinbajo, will discuss party unity and future political strategies. Read more.

Senate rejects motion to probe FCT administration

The Nigerian Senate has declined to debate a motion seeking an investigation into alleged land grabbing, demolitions, and other issues in Abuja, ruling it procedurally defective. Read the full details and reactions.

Senate Orders Probe into False Akpabio Health Claims

The Nigerian Senate has directed the NSA to investigate the source of false online reports claiming Senate President Akpabio collapsed. Read the full story on the probe into this destabilising misinformation.

Akpabio Sues Natasha for ₦200b Over Harassment Claims

Senate President Godswill Akpabio sues Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for ₦200 billion, alleging defamation from sexual harassment accusations. She vows to prove her case in court. Read the full details.

Tinubu nominates Ibas, Dambazau as ambassadors

President Tinubu nominates ex-military chiefs and political figures as non-career ambassadors. Senate urged for speedy screening to fill diplomatic posts. Read the full list.

Senate Screens Tinubu's Ambassadorial Nominees

The Nigerian Senate has screened three ambassadorial nominees forwarded by President Bola Tinubu. Read the latest on the confirmation process and the profiles of the nominees.

Senate Rejects 'Bow and Go' for General Musa

The Nigerian Senate descended into chaos as senators clashed over granting parliamentary courtesy to ministerial nominee General Christopher Musa. Read the full details of the dramatic screening.

Senate Plenary Halts as Akpabio, Goje Clash

A heated confrontation between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Danjuma Goje disrupted plenary. Goje cited Senate rules, calling Akpabio's actions 'unparliamentary'. Nigerians react online.

Goje-Akpabio Clash Halts Senate Plenary

A rowdy session erupted in the Nigerian Senate after Senator Danjuma Goje accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of unparliamentary conduct, stalling proceedings for over 30 minutes. Read the full details of the confrontation.

PAACA Backs Yakubu's Ambassador Nomination

PAACA supports President Tinubu's nomination of ex-INEC chair Prof. Mahmood Yakubu as ambassador, citing his competence and service record. The group urges Senate confirmation.

Tinubu Picks Gen. Musa as New Defence Minister

President Tinubu seeks Senate approval for General Christopher Musa as Defence Minister following Badaru's exit. The move aims to bolster Nigeria's security amid rising attacks. Read the full story.

Tinubu to Appoint New Defence Minister This Week

President Bola Tinubu is set to forward a new Minister of Defence nominee to the Senate this week, following Abubakar Badaru's resignation on health grounds. Get the latest reactions and analysis.

Court Shifts Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan's Trial to 2026

An FCT High Court has adjourned the criminal defamation case against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to February 2026. Read the full details of the court's ruling and the legal arguments presented.

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