Former Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, was absent in court on Wednesday as a Kaduna State High Court adjourned until September 24, 2026, for ruling on his application seeking the recusal of the presiding judge from his ongoing trial. The presiding judge, Justice Darius Khobo, fixed the date after counsel to the Independent Corrupt […]

The Media Office of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of failing to address concerns over the ₦12.8 trillion Service-Wide Vote (SWV) contained in the 2026 Appropriation Act, insisting that the ruling party’s reaction reflects a “guilty conscience.” In a statement issued on Wednesday by […]

Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso -- three countries led by military governments -- are bidding to jointly host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations. The post Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso bid to host AFCON 2032 appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to comply with a Federal High Court judgment directing it to recognise the party’s candidate for the 2026 Osun State governorship election and upload his name on its nomination portal.   The party made the demand on Wednesday while addressing journalists […]

Businesswoman Aisha Achimugu has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), of “oppression, character assassination, intimidation and the deliberate dissipation of my lawfully acquired personal property.” In a press statement issued on Wednesday, the founder of Oceangate Engineering Oil & Gas Ltd said her reputation has been “unfairly questioned” and her investments hit with […]

To independently verify the claim, PREMIUM TIMES carried out a frame-by-frame examination of the video released by the military, analysed visual production markers embedded in the footage and reviewed the closing credits. The post FACT-CHECK: Army’s video evidence for killing of ‘ISWAP media operator’ is seven years old appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Governor Yusuf described drug abuse as one of the major threats to security and public peace in Kano, expressing concern that a large number of youths now abuse various illicit substances. The post Kano Gov Signs Executive Orders Against Abuse of Illicit Substances, Trafficking appeared first on Channels Television.

The most recent news from Nigeria and across the world is available at The News Chronicle. The News Chronicle provides the most recent headlines, commentary, and political news. United States President Donald Trump has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as his decisive leadership in confronting Nigeria’s security challenges, particularly the violence affecting Christian communities. In a letter dated July 6, 2026, released on Wednesday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Trump commended Tinubu’s commitment […] The post Your Leadership Is Strengthening Nigeria — Trump Praises Tinubu, Backs Nigeria’s Anti-Terror Fight appeared first on The News Chronicle.

Sahara Group has called for a fundamental rethinking of how Africa approaches energy transition, infrastructure financing and energy journalism, urging stakeholders to embrace solutions that reflect the continent’s realities while building the partnerships, institutions and investments required for long-term development. The call formed the central thrust of discussions at the third edition of Asharami Square, […]

Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe has dismissed reports suggesting he may one day contest for the presidency of South Africa.