Bauchi Approves Stipends for Imams, Pastors

Bauchi State Economic Council approves monthly stipends for Imams and Pastors, uncovers 3,000 ghost workers saving ₦4.16 billion, and begins salary payments for new Emirs.

Mali Lawmaker Jailed for Insulting Ivorian Leader

An Abidjan court sentenced Malian politician Mamadou Hawa Gassama to three years in prison for insulting Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara, amid ongoing diplomatic tensions between the two West African nations.

Obi Ally Ife Salako Quits Labour Party for ADC

Ife Salako, the Lagos State coordinator of the Obidient Movement, has resigned from the Labour Party and announced his move to the African Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 elections.

South Africa, Israel Expel Diplomats in Diplomatic Row

South Africa declares Israeli envoy persona non grata for violating diplomatic norms, prompting immediate retaliation from Israel. The move deepens tensions over South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the ICJ.

Northern CAN Criticizes Shari'ah Council Over INEC Chairman

The Christian Association of Nigeria in northern states has strongly criticized the Supreme Council for Shari'ah in Nigeria for demanding the removal of INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan, warning that such religious-based attacks threaten national unity

Abuja Groups Back Wike, Reject Calls for His Removal

Indigenous groups and resident associations in Abuja have staged a counter-protest supporting FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, crediting him with infrastructure revival and urging President Tinubu to ignore critics.

Soludo: Sit-at-Home Not in Kanu's Interest

Anambra Governor Chukwuma Soludo declares the enforced Monday sit-at-home in Southeast Nigeria has become a criminal enterprise that sabotages the region's economy and does not serve Nnamdi Kanu's interests.

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