AU, ECOWAS condemn Guinea-Bissau military coup
African Union and ECOWAS missions denounce Guinea-Bissau military coup that disrupted election results. Regional bodies urge constitutional order restoration and official releases.
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FG Condemns Military Coup in Guinea-Bissau
Nigeria strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, calls for immediate constitutional restoration and warns coup plotters will be held accountable. Read full statement.
Nigeria Condemns Guinea-Bissau Military Coup
Nigeria strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, demands immediate restoration of constitutional order and safety of detained officials. Read the full details.
Commission Seeks Regulation to Protect Nigerians
The Nigeria Law Reform Commission calls for strong regulations to protect citizens from medical negligence and harmful religious practices. Read more on the urgent need for reform.
Tinubu Calls for State Police Constitutional Amendment
President Tinubu asks National Assembly to review constitution for state police establishment amid security emergency. Details on new security measures and kidnap victims.
Zambia President Warns Against Political Unrest
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema issues strong warning against political violence as tensions rise over constitutional amendments ahead of 2026 elections.
Kalu: Nigerians Yearn for State Police, Federalism
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu reveals Nigerians strongly demand constitutional reforms including state police and fiscal federalism. Lawmakers are finalizing amendments to address governance and security challenges.
Kogi Youth Give 21-Day LG Autonomy Ultimatum
Youth groups in Kogi State demand immediate implementation of local government autonomy within 21 days, threatening statewide protests over constitutional violations.
Benin presidential term extended to 7 years
Benin's National Assembly approves constitutional amendment extending presidential term from 5 to 7 years and creating Senate. Historic vote changes political landscape ahead of 2026 elections.
Senate Moves to Modernize Nigeria's Military Laws
The Nigerian Senate has passed a landmark bill to repeal the 1960s-era Armed Forces Act, aiming to align military governance with constitutional principles and modern security demands. Read more about this crucial reform.
Tinubu supports Anioma state creation - Senator Nwoko
President Bola Tinubu supports creation of Anioma state, with 97 senators endorsing the proposal. Senator Ned Nwoko reveals unprecedented political backing for new state.
US Supreme Court Backs Trump's Passport Gender Policy
In a landmark decision, the US Supreme Court has upheld the Trump administration's controversial passport gender policy, requiring citizens to provide medical evidence for gender marker changes.
Nigeria's Legitimacy Crisis Over Unchecked Killings
Human Rights Watch exposes Nigeria's deteriorating security situation as unchecked violence and lack of government accountability threaten the nation's democratic foundations.
Gov Sule Urges Memoranda for APC Constitutional Review
Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule urges stakeholders to actively participate in APC's constitutional amendment process by submitting comprehensive memoranda ahead of crucial review meeting.
China Warns Against Foreign Interference in Nigeria
Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria meets with National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, emphasizing opposition to foreign meddling in internal matters while strengthening bilateral security cooperation.
Soldiers Storm Lagos Land Named After Donald Trump
A Nigerian woman shares her terrifying experience when soldiers invaded her Lagos property after she named it 'Trump Estate', raising questions about military conduct and property rights in Nigeria.
Aunt Reveals New Details in Ochanya Abuse Case
The aunt of late Ochanya Ogbanje reveals disturbing new information about the alleged abuse that led to the teenager's tragic death, as the case continues to grip Nigeria.
US Lawmakers Seek Sanctions Against Miyetti Allah
American legislators are pushing for severe sanctions against the Fulani group Miyetti Allah, accusing them of systematic religious persecution and human rights abuses against Christian communities in Nigeria's Middle Belt region.
Amnesty slams Nigeria's Southeast security failure
Amnesty International exposes alarming security failures in Nigeria's Southeast as federal government faces criticism for ignoring escalating violence and human rights abuses.
Falana Petitions Police to Arrest VeryDarkMan
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana SAN has formally petitioned the Nigeria Police Force to arrest and prosecute controversial social media commentator, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, for criminal defamation and cyberstalking.
Nigeria Constitution Reform Sparks Referendum Outcry
Growing demands for a referendum challenge Nigeria's constitutional reform process as critics decry elite capture and exclusion of citizen voices in national dialogue.
Sowore Dodges Arrest Warrant in Abuja Court Case
Controversial activist Omoyele Sowore avoids arrest warrant after failing to appear in Abuja court for defamation case filed by businessman Robert Azibaola.
Rivers State Launches Sexual Assault Referral Centre
Rivers State takes monumental step in supporting sexual violence survivors with new comprehensive referral centre offering medical, legal, and psychological services.
Defected Nigerian Lawmakers Lose Seats - Senator Enang
Senior Advocate of Nigeria Ita Enang reveals that lawmakers who defected without proper party division have automatically forfeited their seats according to constitutional provisions.
Sowore Defies Court, Arrest Warrant Issued in Abuja
Nigerian activist Omoyele Sowore sparks legal firestorm after failing to appear in Abuja court, prompting judge to issue arrest warrant in ongoing CBN protest case.
Lawyer Demands Arrest in Ochanya Case - Justice Delayed?
Legal counsel handling late Ochanya Ogbanje's case calls for urgent arrest of key suspect as justice remains elusive in high-profile sexual abuse and murder case that shocked Nigeria.
Ted Cruz to Name Nigerian Officials in Christian Killings
American lawmaker Ted Cruz threatens to name and shame Nigerian government officials allegedly involved in the persecution and murder of Christians in Nigeria, demanding immediate action.
FG Appoints Nwabueze as Nigeria's Tax Ombudsman
Federal Government appoints Dr. Nwabueze as Tax Ombudsman to resolve taxpayer grievances and improve tax administration in Nigeria.
HURIWA Demands Probe Into Soldiers' Escape Allegedly Linked to Boko Haram
Human Rights Writers Association calls for urgent probe into reported escape of soldiers accused of Boko Haram connections, demanding accountability and sanctions.
Tenure Extension Fuels West Africa Military Coups
A leading research centre identifies unconstitutional tenure elongation as the primary driver behind the recent wave of military takeovers across West African nations.
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