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Opposition senators visit suspended Natasha Akpoti, promise quick resolution of saga
A delegation of senators from opposition political parties visited suspended Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, senator…
Rivers crisis: Why Fubara may survive impeachment
•Reasons behind escalation of crisis revealed Former Nigerian President, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan made an iconic quote that has since gone intothe political lexicon of the country’s history: “My…
Alaafin of Oyo, Owoade begins 21-day traditional rites
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba AbdulAkeem Owoade, officially commenced the 21-day traditional rites known as “Oro Opebi” last night. This announcement was made by the Chief of Staff to the Kabiyesi, Mr. Rotimi Osuntola,…
Tinubu appoints ex-INEC chairman Jega as special adviser on livestock reforms
President Bola Tinubu has appointed former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, as Special Adviser and Coordinator of the Presidential Livestock Reform. Tinubu’s…
Officers involved in IKEDC invasion and assault of staff will be sanctioned – NAF
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the invasion of the Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC) headquarters by its personnel. On Thursday,…
Gunmen abduct Bishop Kukah’s relative and six others in Kaduna
Gunmen have reportedly abducted seven people, including women and children, in Anchuna village, Ikulu Chiefdom of Zangon Kataf Local…
Petrol imports gulp N3.3trn in three months despite rising local refining
Nigeria’s petrol imports have persisted with no significant decline despite reported rising domestic refining…
Woes of Nigerian women seeking greener pastures in Middle East
More Nigerian women are embarking on journey to the Middle East to become house helps (shagala) to Arabian women…
Stay Off Ascon Oil Company’s Assets, George Enenmoh’s immediate Family Warns Public
The Family of the late Founder/Owner of Ascon Oil Company Limited, Engineer George Ikemefuna Enenmoh, has alerted Nigerians and the business community,…
Widespread blackout as Nigeria’s epileptic energy grid suffers partial collapse
Nigeria’s electricity grid suffered another major setback on Friday as generation dropped from 3,366.88 Megawatts as of 1pm to 1,517.5MW by 2pm and 1,417.85MW as of 3pm. Checks on data posted by the National…
Natasha: FG in talks with N’Assembly, says Women Affairs minister
The Federal Government on Friday said it is negotiating with the leadership of the National Assembly to broker peace over the recent…
‘He was bold, articulate’, Tinubu mourns late Doyin Okupe
President Bola Tinubu has described the late Doyin Okupe as a bold and articulate communicator who played a significant role in Nigeria’s political landscape. The president also extended his heartfelt condolence to the…
Nigeria’s Crude Oil Production Hits 1.7Million Barrels Daily
A SaharaReporters review of data from the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has shown that Nigeria recorded an increase in crude oil production per day as of January 2025, marking a positive…
LP mourns Okupe, says he was an inspirational, charismatic leader
The National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Comrade Julius Abure, on behalf of the party’s leadership, has expressed grief over the death of its erstwhile Director-General of its 2023 Presidential Campaign, Dr…
Rivers Crisis: Group demands arrest of Asari Dokubo over alleged threats to oil production
The Rivers Restoration Movement (RRM) has demanded the arrest of prominent Ijaw leaders over alleged threats to disrupt oil production if the State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, is impeached. RRM, an interest…
We’re not satisfied with only suspension of Sen. Akpoti-Uduaghan – Akpabio’s kinsmen
…Say Any Plot to Ease Akpabio Out of Office Won’t Succeed Afe Annang, a foremost socio-cultural organization in Annang Nation, Akwa Ibom State, where Senate President Godswill Akpabio hails from, has…
Renowned novelist Mabel Segun dies at 95
The esteemed Nigerian poet, writer and advocate for children’s literature, Mabel Segun, has died at age 95. In a statement, her family expressed gratitude for a life dedicated to excellence, describing her as a…
Obasa’s return as Lagos speaker killing democracy – Ex-minister Olanrewaju
A former Minister of Communications, Major General Tajudeen Olanrewaju (retd.), has strongly condemned the re-election of Mudashiru…
Reps pass bill to limit INEC’s control over political parties
The House of Representatives on Thursday passed for second reading a bill seeking to establish an Independent Authority for the registration, regulation, and funding of political parties in Nigeria. Co-sponsored…
How Doyin Okupe, Who Was On Medication For Over 40 Years, Died During Surgery In Lagos
Dr. Doyin Okupe, a Nigerian physician, politician, and former presidential aide, passed away at the age of 72 during surgery in Lagos, SaharaReporters has learnt. According to family sources, Okupe, who had been…
LG Poll: Rivers Assembly Extends Ultimatum To RSIEC Officials
Following the expiration of the 48-hour ultimatum issued to the chairman and commissioners of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) to appear before it, the Rivers House of Assembly has given…
JUST IN: Lagos lawmakers arrive in court over speakership tussle
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have arrived at the State High Court sitting in Ikeja for the hearing of a case instituted by their colleague and speaker, Mudashiru Obasa. Obasa is challenging his…
Suspension: I’ll Continue To Act As Senator – Natasha
The embattled senator representing Kogi central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has described her suspension from the senate as unjust. Daily Trust had reported how Natasha was suspended by the senate for “gross…
25 things to know about late Doyin Okupe
A former presidential spokesperson Dr Doyin Okupe died on Friday, March 7, 2025. He was 72. Okupe served as a senior adviser to former President Goodluck Jonathan and later as the Director-General of Peter Obi’s 2023…