Journalist Hopewell Chin'ono has named several Citizens Coalition for Change MPs who allegedly received free land from President Mnangagwa's government. He claims these opposition politicians got residential stands for blocking impeachment attempts against the president. The growing list includes Richard Tsvangirai, son of former opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai, plus ten other CCC representatives.
The latest names include Thokozani Khupe, Ottilia Sibanda, Richard Tsvangirayi, Kucaca Phulu, and Vincent Sihlabo. Previously identified MPs were Bridget Nyandoro, Nonhlanhla Mlotswa, Sengezo Tshabangu, Charles Moyo, and Julia Makuwire. MP Caston Matewu reportedly turned down the offer despite attending a Wednesday meeting at the...
Army troops saved 17 kidnap victims during a rescue mission in Kaduna. The freed hostages include Samuel Ezekiel, Williams Ezekiel, Duza Ezekiel, Ishaku Ezekiel, Sunday Ezekiel, Alice Ezekiel, Victoria Ezekiel, Favor Ezekiel, Rebecca Obadiah, Blessing Obadiah, Alheri Obadiah, Gift Obadiah, Jummai Obadiah, Gloria Obadiah, Charity Obadiah, Friday Jessy, and Theresa Friday. Soldiers from Section 1, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, carried out the successful operation. Medical staff checked all rescued people before they received treatment for their injuries.
The military handed over the freed hostages to the Kaduna State Police right after their medical checks. Police officials helped reunite the victims with their waiting families on the same...
Northern leaders slammed politicians for early 2027 election campaigns instead of fixing the country's problems. The Arewa Consultative Forum called these campaigns insensitive during widespread insecurity, economic hardship, and public anger. ACF Chairman Mamman Mike Osuman spoke at their executive meeting in Kaduna. He blasted recent violent attacks across Northern Nigeria as totally unacceptable.
The group expressed shock about terror attacks in Plateau State, killings of Northerners in Edo, and renewed Boko Haram violence in Borno. They noted that despite government promises about safety in the Northeast, insurgents keep returning to communities. These security problems have destroyed normal life - farms sit empty, schools remain...
Angry locals blasted Abia officials Wednesday over land grabs for the new airport project. They packed Umunkolo Civic Hall, waving signs that read "Pay proper compensation" and "30% discount not fair after attorneys take 10%." The protesters claim the government hasn't been straight with them about how much land they're taking. They also say officials haven't explained clearly what's happening with payment deals. Many landowners feel cheated during the whole messy process.
Chimaeze Nwabuko from Umulenwa Mbawsi didn't hide his anger about the situation. A female farmer at the protest demanded fair payment, pointing out it's happening during farming season. The state government fired back, insisting they've been open throughout the...
Senator Ned Nwoko claims Governor Sheriff Oborevwori fails to see how creating states helps everyone. He made these comments at an APC women's event in Ogwashi-Uku. The governor told his staff to fight against making Anioma State because he worries about losing power. Nwoko said the governor directly refused to back the new state plan during their talks. According to the determined senator, nothing will stop Anioma State from happening.
The proposal already passed second reading, with public hearings next before heading back for final Senate approval. Previous Delta North senators feared splitting the state because they missed the advantages, like having twice as many top officials. APC is the only party truly supporting this cause...
Former Kwara education board chairman Lanre Daibu told the court that a N1 billion loan from his agency paid worker salaries during hard times. He explained that the money helped the state when federal payments fell short under Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed. The board approved this emergency cash after receiving written promises it would come back later. Neither the governor nor Finance Commissioner Demola Banu signed any board accounts. The money went straight into government salary accounts rather than personal ones.
The EFCC witness said Finance Commissioner Banu asked for help because the government was struggling with money shortages. They needed cash fast to pay workers plus pensioners waiting for their money. The loan agreement...
Osun APC shut their main office after a top party leader died at the hands of kidnappers. The party headquarters along Gbongan-Ibadan road will stay closed Friday through Tuesday. AbdulRauf Adeniji, known as 'Congo', worked as Director of Administration at the national office before criminals took him from his Abuja home two weeks ago. False reports claimed he gained freedom three days ago, giving his family brief hope before they learned about his death.
Secretary Alao Kamoru asked members to pray for Congo's soul during this closure period. The party wants everyone to remember his family who faces terrible grief right now. Officials described Adeniji as someone whose skills proved essential for running party operations smoothly. His...
The House Committee wants help from customs officers to change the Customs Act. Chairman Leke Abejide said media reports about a four-year term for the Customs boss were wrong. During the last Assembly, they suggested the President should pick a career officer not lower than Assistant Comptroller-General to serve four years. Customs officials changed this idea because it went against civil service rules. Police kept their similar rule, which the President signed into law.
Abejide plans to bring back this suggestion into current changes. He worried that making an Assistant Comptroller the top boss might force senior officers to leave their jobs unnecessarily. The chairman explained that someone appointed today but retiring tomorrow...
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu says security has improved significantly in Katsina State. He visited Governor Dikko Radda, who recently lost his mother, Hajiya Safara'u. Ribadu told reporters that things look much better across the state. He believes people will soon return to normal, peaceful lives there. The federal government has already noticed these positive changes.
Complete peace needs more time because problems have built up over many years. Everyone agrees they're moving in the right direction with solid achievements. Ribadu praised the governor's leadership style, which helped calm the return to troubled areas. He promised continued support from federal authorities for all security plans. The state's focus on...
