Nigeria

Former Borno State Governor and All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Ali Modu Sheriff, has said the Peter Obi would not receive the support of Northern voters if he contests the 2027 presidential election. Speaking on Channels Television monitored by THE WHISTLER, Sheriff argued that the political dynamics in the North had changed since the 2023 election, insisting Obi would struggle to secure votes across the region. "I am not worried about Peter Obi because I know Northerners will never vote for him," he…

A man identified as Ahmad Dankoli was killed by an angry mob in Balare, Ajingi Local Government Area of Kano State, after he was accused of attempting to steal a motorcycle. The incident occurred on Sunday night during the community's weekly market, where traders and residents reportedly descended on the suspect after he was allegedly caught trying to make away with a motorcycle. According to the councillor representing Balare Ward, Shu'aibu Abdulmumin Yalo, efforts by security operatives to recover the body were…

A lawyer representing Nigerian comedian Oguche Ugbede Kenneth, popularly known as Sarkin-Dariya, has raised concerns over his client's safety amid what he described as threats following the comedian's satirical skits, as reports indicate the Federal Government has moved against the entertainer over his content. The statement comes amid growing attention surrounding Sarkin-Dariya's satirical skits, which frequently comment on governance and other issues of national interest. A statement issued on Tuesday by human…

The President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) and Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called on religious communities across Nigeria to work together to combat hate speech. He warned that the growing trend of insulting religious leaders and spreading divisive rhetoric poses a serious threat to peaceful coexistence. The Sultan, who spoke through the Deputy Secretary-General of the NSCIA, Salisu Shehu, made the call on Monday in Abuja after receiving the Vatican's…

The Kano State Police Command has impounded 81 vehicles for operating with covered number plates, defaced registration numbers or no registration, warning that offenders will be prosecuted as part of efforts to curb crime and improve public safety. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Ibrahim Bakori, disclosed this while addressing journalists on Monday, describing the growing trend as a serious security concern. According to him, vehicles without proper identification provide criminals with anonymity, making it…

The Abia State Police Command said it has arrested a woman who wanted to cut the throat of her House help at IBB Estate in Umuahia. According to the Police Public Relations Officer DSP Maureen Chinaka, investigation is currently ongoing and the Public will be updated soon. “This act is strongly condemned in its entirety. The Abia State Police Command is aware of the incident, and investigation is currently ongoing. "The suspect is in our custody, and we will keep the public informed as the investigation…

Operatives of the Nigerian Police Force have impounded 105 vehicles, arraigned 24 traffic offenders, and intercepted three additional vehicles with their occupants under suspicious circumstances during separate enforcement operations targeting violations of vehicle registration regulations in Jigawa and Kano states. This is as the police announced the launch of “Operation Clean Plates” targeted at motorists driving vehicles with covered, defaced or obscured registration number plates, vehicles without registration…

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the permanent forfeiture of one property linked to former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, who is currently serving a 75-year prison sentence over corruption and money laundering. The court permanently forfeited Walijam Apartments, located on Plot 435, Lobito Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja, after ruling that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) established that the property was acquired with proceeds of unlawful activities. Justice…

The Federal Government has appealed for increased international humanitarian financing and stronger strategic partnerships to support millions of vulnerable Nigerians affected by poverty, insecurity, displacement, food insecurity and climate-related disasters. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard Doro, made the appeal during a series of high-level engagements in Brussels, Belgium, with Members of the European Parliament, Leire Pajín and Hana Jalloul Muro, as well as senior officials of…

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has accused the Department of State Services (DSS) of abducting Emeritus Professor Martin Aghaji, the personal physician to its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, in an alleged attempt to suppress medical evidence relating to the detained separatist leader's health and ongoing appeal. In a statement issued on July 5 by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, the group alleged that Aghaji, a cardio-thoracic surgeon, was arrested during a midnight raid on his residence in Enugu before being taken to Abuja…