Nigeria Acquires 12 Pre-Owned Alpha Jets from French Air Force, Expands Air Force Fleet
The Nigerian government has acquired 12 pre-owned Alpha Jets from the French Air Force, according to Olusegun Dada, Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu. The jets were purchased through SOFEMA, a French military and aeronautics company. “All 12 aircraft are ready for shipping,” Dada announced on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, adding that the Nigerian […]
Afe Babalola’s Legal Team Asserts Dele Farotimi Will Stay in Custody Until He Proves Defamation Claims
The legal team of Afe Babalola, SAN, founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti, has confirmed that human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi will remain in custody until he can substantiate the allegations he made against the elder statesman. Representing Babalola, his lawyers—Owoseni Ajayi, Olakanmi Falade, and Lawrence Fasanmi, all former chairmen of the Nigerian Bar […]
Tinubu Approves Salary Increase and Arrears Payment for Nigeria’s Armed Forces
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a salary increase for members of Nigeria’s armed forces. This was announced on Friday by Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, in a statement issued by the ministry’s spokesperson, Henshaw Ogubike. The government has also authorized the payment of three months’ salary arrears. In addition, funds have […]
Portable Crowned ‘King of the Streets’ in Ondo Ceremony
Controversial Nigerian singer Portable has been honored with the title of ‘King of the Streets’ in Ondo State. The coronation ceremony, held in Ore, Ondo, was graced by fans, supporters, and Yoruba traditional rulers. Sharing the milestone on his Instagram page, Portable wrote: “Congratulations to CEO Zehnation label @portablebaeby on your title (King of Street) […]
Nigeria’s Growth Hindered by Bad Leaders – Davido
Davido has criticized the lack of effective leadership in Nigeria, describing it as a major barrier to the country’s development. Speaking on the ‘Elevate Africa Convos’ podcast, the singer noted that Nigeria has immense potential but is held back by poor governance. “If you can survive in Nigeria, you can survive anywhere,” Davido said. “I […]
Nigeria’s justice system is deeply corrupt – ICPC
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has highlighted the pervasive corruption afflicting Nigeria’s justice system. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, the commission’s chairman, made this observation on Thursday during the 2024 Annual Lecture and Award Ceremony organized by the Crime Reporters Association of Nigeria (CRAN). Aliyu described corruption as one of the […]
Police Take Over Emir of Kano’s Palace Amid Tensions Over Tax Reform Address
Police have taken control of the palace of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II in Kano. Unconfirmed reports suggest that the Emir was scheduled to address economists on the topic of tax reform bills. At the time of reporting, police vehicles were blocking access to the palace, and a heavy presence of officers prevented several individuals, including […]