Tinubu urged to sack Defence Minister over bandit links
Nigerian students call for Bello Matawalle's removal as Minister of State for Defence, citing a viral video and a 'serious breach of trust' amid the nation's security crisis.
Nigerian students call for Bello Matawalle's removal as Minister of State for Defence, citing a viral video and a 'serious breach of trust' amid the nation's security crisis.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) threatens to join ongoing protests by unpaid local contractors and pensioners. The party condemns the APC-led Federal Government's staggering debts, calling it insensitive governance.
Former Senator Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello clarifies she is not campaigning for the 2027 elections despite ADC's invitation and billboards. She prefers her life as a US-based professor. Read her full statement.
Political commentator Hamma-Ahmed Hayatu calls for President Tinubu to remove Bello Matawalle as Defence Minister of State, suggesting two ex-military chiefs as replacements. Read the full details.
Ibrahim Dosara, former commissioner to Defence Minister Bello Matawalle, dismisses revived corruption and security strategy claims as politically driven. He defends Matawalle's record and civilian oversight role. Read the full defence.
Pressure mounts on Defence Minister Bello Matawalle as stakeholders demand his resignation over a past video defending bandits. Amid Nigeria's security crisis, questions of loyalty arise. Read the full story.
Cross River Police Command intercepts stolen vehicles, dismantles criminal hideouts, and boosts surveillance in riverine areas. CP Rashid Bello and NUJ pledge collaboration to maintain state's peace.
The true cause of former Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar's resignation was a prolonged, hidden conflict with Minister of State Bello Matawalle, undermining ministry operations amid a security crisis. Discover the full story.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) condemns President Bola Tinubu for allegedly starting his 2027 re-election bid while Nigeria is under a state of emergency. Read the full statement.
Nasarawa SUBEB chairman vows to prosecute parents who fail to enroll children. Governor Sule also announces a $90m paper mill groundbreaking today. Read more.
Nasarawa State SUBEB Chairman warns parents to enrol children or face legal action. State launches sensitisation campaign, redeploys teachers, and saves N101 million from revoked contracts.
A civic coalition has defended Minister Bello Matawalle against criticism from an old video, citing recent security successes. They urge focus on current performance. Read more.
Ex-Tinubu aide Denge Josef Onoh demands Defence Minister Bello Matawalle resign after a 2021 video surfaced showing him sympathising with bandits, calling it a conflict in Nigeria's terror fight.
A violent clash between soldiers and police officers at a Jos mall caused panic. The Plateau command has sanctioned personnel involved. Read details of the incident and official response.
The Northern Stakeholders Consultative Initiative appeals to President Tinubu to keep Bello Matawalle as Minister of State for Defence, citing his crucial role in security and regional stability. Read why they believe his continuity is vital.
Niger Delta Youth Congress calls on President Tinubu to retain Defence Minister Bello Matawalle, dismissing attacks as a political plot ahead of 2027. Read why they see this as a stability test.
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has rejected a report claiming the state has Nigeria's highest insecurity. The government insists Kano remains peaceful and the report is misleading. Read more.
Nasarawa State Government reveals readiness to create a state police force to combat insecurity, enhance school safety, and attract investors. Read the full details.
Bello Musa sentenced to death by hanging for poisoning Shamsiyya Usman in a Birnin Kebbi hotel. Court convicts on charges of homicide, conspiracy, and cheating. Read the full details.
A UI master's student alleges the university leadership is blocking his portal and graduation despite a Federal High Court judgment in his favour. Read the full story.
Prince Ibrahim Hassan Abdullahi, SSA to Nasarawa Governor, introduces his new third wife, Sadeeqa. He gifted her a house and a Mercedes-Benz GLK. Governor Sule presented the marriage certificate.
Lagos State University matriculated 14,893 new undergraduates for 2025/2026, with the Vice-Chancellor warning against cultism, exam malpractice, and gender-based violence. Read the full story.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has revoked 1,095 property titles in Abuja for unpaid charges. The list includes ex-govs Ganduje, Duke, and ex-First Lady Patience Jonathan. Read the full details.
Kaduna lawmaker Bello El-Rufai criticises the life sentence for IPOB's Nnamdi Kanu versus 20 years for a Boko Haram convict. He warns inconsistent justice worsens insecurity and calls for state police.
Sani Bello Foundation provides free surgical care to over 600 Nigerians in Kontagora. Read about this life-changing humanitarian initiative and its impact.
Former APC chairman Abdullahi Ganduje rejects Kano government's call for his arrest over alleged militia comments, accusing Governor Yusuf of incompetence on security.
Kano state government calls for arrest of former governor Abdullahi Ganduje over alleged inciting comments linked to bandit attacks. Council approves N54.7bn for projects.
Nasarawa State aims to harvest 1.2 million bags of rice from Jangwa and Agwatashi farms, with over 600,000 bags already collected. This initiative supports Nigeria's food security under Governor Abdullahi Sule's administration.
Nasarawa State has harvested 600,000 bags of rice from its 3,300-hectare farm, with 1.2 million total expected. Governor Sule says this will boost food security and state economy.
Nasarawa State achieves 50% harvest target with 600,000 rice bags collected in two weeks. Governor Sule announces NASACCO Gold brand launch and expansion plans for food security.