Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

ECOWAS Court Orders Release Of Nigerian Businessman After 16 Years Without Trial. In a landmark ruling, the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice has ordered the immediate and unconditional release of Moses Abiodun, a Nigerian businessman detained for 16 years without trial by the now-disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). The court also awarded Abiodun N20 million in compensation for what it described as “multiple violations” of his fundamental human rights, marking a significant victory for justice and accountability in Nigeria. Abiodun, aged 28 at the time of his arrest, was apprehended by SARS operatives in November 2008 in Sango, Ogun…

Breaking: Nigerian Business Titan Alhaji Aminu Dantata Passes Dies At 93. The Nigerian business community and the nation at large are mourning the loss of Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, a revered business mogul and philanthropist, who passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the age of 93. His death was confirmed by his Personal Private Secretary, Mustapha Abdullahi Junaid, in a heartfelt statement. “Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un. It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of our beloved father, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata. May Allah grant him Jannatul Firdaus and forgive his shortcomings. The…

Benue Massacre: Nigerian Military Chief Advocates Tough Stance On Illegal Arms And Resistance. Yelwata, Nigeria – 28 June 2025: Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has sparked intense debate with a bold statement calling for decisive action against individuals carrying illegal arms or resisting arrest. Speaking in Yelwata, General Musa declared that those engaging in such acts should face lethal force, underscoring the military’s commitment to tackling rising insecurity across the nation. In a video address shared widely on social media, General Musa emphasized the need for a hardline approach to curb the proliferation of illegal…

Aliko Dangote’s Bold Vision: “We Can Transform Africa Into  ‘Heaven’ In Five Years”. Aliko Dangote, Africa’s wealthiest entrepreneur and founder of the Dangote Group, has ignited hope across the continent with a bold declaration that Africa can be transformed into a “heaven” within the next five years. Speaking at the Africa CEO Forum Annual Summit in Kigali, Dangote outlined his ambitious vision for a self-sufficient and prosperous Africa, driven by strategic investments and a shift away from reliance on imported goods. The Nigerian billionaire, whose conglomerate spans cement, sugar, and energy sectors, emphasized that Africa’s economic transformation is not…

Obasanjo Urges African Leaders To Break Free From Foreign Aid Dependency. Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has called on African leaders to end the continent’s reliance on foreign aid, citing it as a major barrier to sustainable development. Speaking at the 32nd Annual Meeting of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in Abuja, Obasanjo delivered a passionate critique of Africa’s economic stagnation, attributing it to overdependence on external loans, poor leadership, and a lack of economic literacy among the continent’s political elite. Obasanjo, addressing a panel titled “African Renaissance in an Era of Turbulence: Are the Lions Still on the…

President Tinubu To Embark On Historic Visit To Saint Lucia And Brazil For BRICS Summit. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to depart Abuja on Saturday, 28 June 2025, for a significant two-nation visit to Saint Lucia and Brazil, marking a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s efforts to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties within the Global South. The announcement was made by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement issued on Friday. The President’s first stop will be Saint Lucia, where he will undertake a state visit aimed at deepening Nigeria’s engagement with Caribbean…

Ali Bukar Dalori Appointed Acting National Chairman Of APC. The All Progressives Congress (APC) has named Alhaji Ali Bukar Dalori as its Acting National Chairman, following the resignation of Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje on Friday, 27 June 2025. The announcement, confirmed by multiple sources, marks a significant shift in the party’s leadership as it prepares for the 2027 general elections. Dalori, a seasoned politician and grassroots mobiliser from Borno State, brings a wealth of experience to the role. Born in Dalori town, Konduga Local Government Area, he has risen from humble beginnings to become a prominent figure in Nigerian…

Nigerian Entertainer Speed Darlington Declared Wanted By NAPTIP For Alleged Rape And Cyberbullying. The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has declared Nigerian entertainer Darlington Okoye, widely known as Speed Darlington, a wanted individual in connection with serious allegations of rape, cyberbullying, and cyberstalking. The announcement, made public on Friday, has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and sparked widespread discussion across social media platforms. NAPTIP, Nigeria’s leading agency tasked with combating human trafficking and related crimes, issued the statement as part of an ongoing investigation into the alleged offences. The agency did not disclose specific…

Tinubu Orders Probe Into Alleged 2,000-Hectare Land Allocation To Wike’s Son In Abuja. President Bola Tinubu has reportedly ordered a formal investigation into allegations that Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), allocated over 2,000 hectares of prime land in Abuja, valued at approximately $3.6 billion, to his son, Joaquin Wike. The directive follows a wave of public concern and media reports highlighting the alleged transaction in the exclusive districts of Asokoro and Maitama. According to sources, the investigation aims to scrutinise claims that the land, reportedly allocated through a Right of Occupancy issued to JOAQ…

EFCC Opposes Yahaya Bello’s Bid To Travel Abroad For Medical Treatment Amid ₦80.2bn Fraud Trial. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has firmly opposed an application by former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Adoza Bello to travel abroad for medical treatment. The application was presented before Justice Emeka Nwite at the Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, during the ongoing trial of Bello on 19 charges of alleged money laundering involving ₦80.2 billion. Bello’s counsel, Joseph Daudu, SAN, urged the court to release his client’s international passport, surrendered as part of his bail conditions, citing urgent medical needs…

Barrister Ismael Ahmed Appointed Chairman Of Nigeria’s Presidential CNG Initiative. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Barrister Ismael Ahmed as the Executive Chairman of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGi). The announcement, made on Friday, underscores the administration’s commitment to mitigating the impact of fuel subsidy removal through sustainable and affordable energy solutions. Ahmed, a 45-year-old legal expert and seasoned public servant, will oversee the operations of the PCNGi, a cornerstone of President Tinubu’s palliative intervention programme. The initiative aims to provide Nigerians with cheaper, cleaner, and more accessible energy alternatives, particularly through the promotion of compressed natural…

Former PDP Ebonyi State Chairman, Augustine Nwazunku, Passes Away. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State is mourning the loss of its former acting chairman, Dr Augustine Alugbala Nwazunku, who passed away on 25 June 2025, according to multiple sources, including Sundiata Post and posts on X. The news was confirmed by Senator Paulinus Igwenwagu in a statement on Thursday, marking a somber moment for the party and the state’s political landscape. Dr Nwazunku, a prominent figure in Ebonyi State politics, served as the acting chairman of the PDP and was known for his dedication to the party’s…