Peter Rufai, Christian Chukwu Die in 2025
Nigeria's football community was shaken in 2025 as it lost eight iconic stars, including AFCON 1980 heroes Christian Chukwu and Charles Bassey, and legendary goalkeeper Peter Rufai. Read their stories.
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Backlash Over Aisha Buhari's Revelations in Buhari Biography
Public outrage trails former First Lady Aisha Buhari's comments in a new biography of late President Muhammadu Buhari. Political figures condemn the timing. Read the full story.
Group Warns of Plot to Arrest Atiku, Amaechi, El-Rufai
A civil society group warns of a coordinated plan to arrest leading opposition figures like Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi, alleging a strategy to weaken opposition and create a one-party state in Nigeria.
Biggest Political Losers in Nigeria for 2025 Revealed
A review of Nigeria's political year 2025 names Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai, and Siminalayi Fubara among the biggest losers. See who else failed to impress.
ADC Suspends 15 Members for Anti-Party Activities
The ADC's NWC suspends 15 key figures for six months, citing anti-party collaboration and disruption. New appointments made as party moves to assert control. Read the full details.
El-Rufai Criticises Buhari's Biography, Cites 'Red Flags'
Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai criticises the launch of Muhammadu Buhari's biography at the State House, calling it divisive. He urges Nigerians to let the late president rest.
Federal Government Imposes Total Ban on Wood Export
Nigeria bans all wood exports to fight illegal logging. Minister Balarabe Lawal announces the policy, citing environmental protection. Read the full details and implications.
NNPP Senator Faults State Police, VIP Security Withdrawal
Senator Rufai Sani Hanga warns state police could trigger civil war, criticizes Tinubu's order to withdraw police from VIPs. Read his full analysis on Nigeria's security crisis.
Ex-Eagle Slams Chelle's 54-Man AFCON Provisional List
Former Nigeria international Abubakar Balarabe criticizes Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle's large provisional squad for AFCON 2025, calling it a waste of funds. Get the full details and expert reaction.
Ex-Eagle Slams Chelle's 54-Man AFCON Provisional List
Former Nigeria international Abubakar Balarabe criticizes Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle's large provisional squad for AFCON 2025, calling it a waste of funds. Journalist Clement Oloruntoba says Chelle must win the title.
Rufai Oseni Denies Suspension, Says He's on Leave
Arise News presenter Rufai Oseni has addressed rumours of his suspension, confirming he is on a personal break. Get the full story and fan reactions here.
El-Rufai Condemns Unequal Sentencing in Nigeria
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.
Lawmaker Questions Kanu vs Boko Haram Sentencing
Rep Bello El-Rufai challenges IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's life imprisonment while Boko Haram terrorist got 20 years. Read about the sentencing disparities in Nigeria's terrorism cases.
El-Rufai Declares for ADC, Targets 2027 Election
Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai officially joins African Democratic Congress, receives membership card 000002. He aims to replicate 2015 coalition success against PDP in 2027 elections.
Kaduna Anglican Priest Dies After Kidnappers Collect Ransom
Journalist Rufai Oseni reveals heartbreaking details about Venerable Edwin Achi's death in captivity. Family paid ransom only to receive his decomposed body. Read the full story.
Rufai Oseni Slams Government Over Bandit Negotiations
Nigerian broadcaster Rufai Oseni goes viral questioning government's handling of kidnapped victims' release. He demands answers on justice and accountability. Watch the video now!
CKC Slams El-Rufai Over N1bn Bandit Payment Allegation
Concerned Kaduna Citizens criticize former Governor El-Rufai's N1bn bandit payment claim as false and politically motivated. Read the full details of this security controversy.
Kaduna denies El-Rufai's N1bn bandit payment allegation
Kaduna State Government refutes former governor Nasir el-Rufai's claim of N1 billion payment to bandits, demands retraction within one week or face legal action.
Kaduna denies ₦1bn bandit payment, sues El-Rufai
Kaduna State Government refutes ex-Governor El-Rufai's claim that Governor Uba Sani paid bandits ₦1 billion. Officials demand retraction and apology, threatening legal action.
Shehu Sani counters El-Rufai's N1bn bandit payment claim
Former Senator Shehu Sani denies El-Rufai's accusation that Kaduna government paid bandits N1 billion. Sani reveals El-Rufai's own history of appeasing terrorists during his tenure. Read the full explosive details.
El-Rufai's 40-Year Jos Secret Revealed
Former Governor Nasir El-Rufai discloses he visited Jos weekly 40 years ago for his fiancée. He laments Plateau's peace decline and predicts political shift in 2027. Read more.
El-Rufai: 230m Nigerians to Unseat Tinubu via ADC
Nasir el-Rufai declares 230 million Nigerians will defeat APC and defecting governors through the African Democratic Party (ADC). He unveiled the ADC's new office in Plateau State.
El-Rufai Predicts ADC Victory in 2027 Elections
Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai declares Nigerians are abandoning APC and PDP for ADC ahead of 2027 polls. He reveals ADC's youth and women inclusion policy.
ADC Unveils New HQ, Congresses Set for February
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has opened its new national headquarters in Abuja and announced nationwide membership registration starting next week. Party congresses are scheduled for February 2027.
Wike vs Naval Officer: Oseni Reacts to Viral Confrontation
Arise TV anchor Rufai Oseni reacts to Nyesom Wike's confrontation with naval officer, praising the military man's composure and calling for national recognition. Read full analysis.
Tinubu's Minister Balarabe Lawal Loses Mother at 93
Hajiya Dayyabatu Lawal Aliyu, mother of Environment Minister Balarabe Lawal, has passed away at 93 in Zaria. Funeral prayers attended by Governor Uba Sani, former governors.
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