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Political activist and former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank, has raised the alarm over reported moves to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and other opposition parties, describing the development as a dangerous threat to Nigeria’s multi-party democracy.In a strongly worded statement on Tuesday, Frank warned that any attempt to eliminate major opposition platforms ahead of the 2027 general elections could trigger a national crisis that may be difficult to contain.He claimed the reported Court of Appeal ruling, which allegedly paves the way for deregistration, forms part of a broader strategy by the…

A Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday revoked the bail granted to activist and Sahara Reporters publisher Omoyele Sowore and ordered his immediate arrest over his failure to appear in court for his ongoing trial.Justice Mohammed Umar issued the order following an oral application by the counsel to the Department of State Services (DSS), Akinkolu Kehinde (SAN). The court also issued a bench warrant for Sowore’s arrest.Sowore is being prosecuted by the DSS over alleged defamatory publications against President Bola Tinubu, in which he reportedly described the president as “a criminal” in posts on his X (formerly Twitter) and…

Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olatunji‏ Disu, has reassured officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force that the proposed establishment of state police will not lead to the disbandment of the national force or adversely affect their careers. Speaking during his maiden official visit to the Jigawa State Police Command Headquarters in Dutse on Tuesday, the IGP clarified that under the new policing arrangement, the Nigeria Police Force would transition into a Federal Police Service. He emphasised that the force would retain its strategic formations and specialised units, continuing to play a pivotal role in the country’s security architecture.“We are…

The Senate Committee on Drugs and Narcotics has vowed to provide robust legislative backing to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) as part of intensified efforts to curb the rising menace of drug abuse and trafficking in Nigeria.The commitment was made on Monday when the committee’s Chairman, Senator Joseph Ikpea, paid a courtesy visit to NDLEA Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd), at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja. Senator Ikpea assured the NDLEA of the Senate’s readiness to enact necessary laws and policy reforms that would strengthen drug control measures, expand rehabilitation programmes, and scale up…

Nigerians are optimistic that pump prices of petrol could soon ease following a sharp decline in global crude oil prices triggered by the United States and Iran’s landmark peace agreement.The deal, which includes the reopening of the strategic Strait of Hormuz on a toll-free basis and the lifting of the US naval blockade on Iranian ports, has eased geopolitical tensions that had disrupted global oil supply routes for months. US President Donald Trump announced the framework agreement, with the formal signing scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland. The development has already sent crude prices tumbling. Brent Crude, which hovered around…

President Bola Tinubu has urged the Nigerian judiciary to deliver swift, impartial justice that remains blind to litigants’ status, tribe, or wealth, warning that a compromised legal system endangers democratic stability.The President, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, made the call on Monday during the inauguration of the Court of Appeal, Abuja Division’s new building complex in Dakibiyu.Speaking at the event, Tinubu described the state-of-the-art facility as a key component of his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda and a demonstration of commitment to strengthening the rule of law. He stressed that the judiciary must serve as the last hope for the…

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested a dismissed police inspector, Danjuma Yusuf, for his alleged role in an interstate illegal arms trafficking network operating across North Central Nigeria.According to a statement by the Nigerian Army, the arrest was carried out on 14 June 2026 following credible intelligence on the movement of illicit weapons. Troops from Sector 6, working with Headquarters Operation Enduring Peace, intercepted the suspect in a coordinated operation.Yusuf was travelling in a white Peugeot vehicle from Jos South towards the Makera axis in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State when he was spotted and placed…

In a significant boost to Nigeria’s industrial ambitions, Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, has announced plans to establish a world-class industrial and free trade zone at Olokola in Ondo State. Described as a fully integrated, power-centric investment hub, the project aims to eliminate the perennial infrastructure bottlenecks that have long frustrated manufacturers and investors across the country.Dangote made the disclosure during a courtesy visit to Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa at the Governor’s Office in Akure. He painted a compelling vision of a modern industrial ecosystem equipped with reliable power, water, logistics, and gas infrastructure essentially a “plug-and-play”…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly criticised what it describes as attempts by unnamed government agents to use the judiciary to undermine Nigeria’s democracy, warning that any move to deregister the party could spark a major political crisis.In a statement issued on Monday, the opposition party expressed alarm over a reported judgment by Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja. The ruling came in a suit filed by the National Forum of Former Legislators seeking the deregistration of the ADC and four other political parties.The ADC described the judgment as one that “stands in direct conflict…

Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have successfully rescued Hajiya Amina Abubakar Rabe, the wife of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, after she was abducted by bandits in Katsina State.The rescue operation was conducted under the ongoing Operation CLEAN SWEEP III. Military authorities launched intelligence-led offensives in Matazu and surrounding communities following the abduction of the retired senior officer’s wife and other family members.According to military sources, troops on a search-and-rescue mission engaged the bandits at Tunga village in Matazu Local Government Area. The attackers opened fire on the victim before fleeing under heavy military pressure.“The bandits shot her and fled…