Author: Damilola

Nollywood actor Emeka Ike has filed a lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and Lere Olayinka, media aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over alleged unlawful disclosure of his personal voter data. The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1272/2026, was filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday, June 15, 2026. The case stems from a social media post in which Olayinka allegedly shared screenshots showing details of Ike’s voter registration transfer from Imo State to the Federal Capital Territory. The post reportedly questioned the actor’s eligibility to contest for a House of Representatives…

An FCT High Court sitting in Apo, Abuja, has dismissed an application filed by former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Sadiya Farouq, seeking to overturn a bench warrant issued for her arrest. Delivering a ruling on Monday, Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie held that the former minister failed to appear before the court without providing a satisfactory explanation, noting that the circumstances presented did not justify her absence. Umar-Farouq is being prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) alongside Bashir Nura Alkali and Sani Nafiu Mohammed over allegations of criminal conspiracy, abuse of office, and the diversion of public funds totalling…

Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have successfully rescued the wife of late retired Major General Rabe Abubakar after a fierce gun battle with armed bandits in Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State. The rescue operation, which was conducted under the ongoing military offensive tagged Operation CLEAN SWEEP III, followed intelligence reports that led security forces to the location where the victim was being held by her captors. Military sources disclosed that troops launched a coordinated search-and-rescue mission shortly after receiving actionable intelligence regarding the whereabouts of the abducted woman. The operation culminated in a violent confrontation with the armed…

The Government of South Africa has acknowledged growing economic repercussions linked to recent xenophobia-related controversies, including reported losses for South African businesses and entertainers operating abroad. Speaking in an interview with SABC, Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi said the recent evacuation measures were directed at undocumented African migrants and should not be interpreted as xenophobic. She noted that the government is increasingly facing backlash across the continent, with some South African artists reportedly having their performances cancelled in several countries. According to her, authorities are engaging with affected businesses and providing consular support to citizens operating abroad.…

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has appeared before the Federal High Court in Kaduna as proceedings continue in his ongoing corruption trial. He arrived at the court on Monday accompanied by officials of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), alongside operatives of the Department of State Services and the Nigeria Police Force. The case centres on allegations of abuse of office, fraud, and financial misconduct during his tenure as governor, with prosecutors claiming that public funds were disbursed for projects that were either not executed or were allegedly mismanaged. Read more news El-Rufai’s allies push…

The Nigerian naira recorded a relatively stable performance against the US dollar at both the official and parallel foreign exchange markets as trading activities opened for the week, with analysts closely watching liquidity and demand trends. At the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the Central Bank of Nigeria (Central Bank of Nigeria) data showed the naira trading at about ₦1,363.83 to the dollar, reflecting only slight movement compared to previous sessions. The official window has largely remained within the ₦1,360 range in recent days, supported by ongoing market reforms and improved dollar inflows. Read more related news: Naira holds steady…

Manchester United winger Amad Diallo scored a superb 90th-minute winner as Ivory Coast beat Ecuador in Philadelphia in the ongoing FIFA World Cup. It was a stunning finish as the substitute opened his left foot to divert the ball into the corner after a powerful run from Wilfried Singo – and it ended a 19-game unbeaten run stretching for almost two years for Ecuador. Amad was a surprise exclusion from Ivory Coast’s starting line-up on their return to the World Cup for the first time in 12 years. But he made a major impact with the winner, which gives them…

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced the commencement of the next phase of its 2024/2025 recruitment exercise, inviting eligible candidates to verify their status ahead of physical screening and document verification. In a statement, the Board said applicants who participated in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) conducted in November 2025 should visit the official recruitment portal between June 15 and June 20, 2026, to check whether they have been shortlisted. Applicants are required to log into the recruitment portal using the application number generated during registration. Those successfully shortlisted will be asked to upload their…

Elon Musk, the founder and CEO of SpaceX, has reportedly become the first individual in history to reach a net worth of $1 trillion following the company’s highly successful stock market debut. According to a CNN report, Musk’s wealth surged past the milestone after SpaceX priced its initial public offering at $135 per share. The strong market response pushed his fortune to slightly above $1 trillion shortly after trading began. Shares of SpaceX, listed on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol SPCX, climbed to around $165 in early trading—about 22 per cent higher than its IPO price. This rapid increase…

Fellow Nigerians  Today, we celebrate democracy and the enduring Nigerian spirit. For 27 unbroken years, since May 29, 1999, Nigerians have chosen their leaders through the ballot, witnessed peaceful transitions of power, and resolved disagreements in courtrooms and legislative chambers not through violence. We have experienced the longest stretch of civilian rule in our history. Our democracy is not perfect, but it is ours, and we must continue to defend and strengthen it. In the coming days, Ekiti and Osun States will hold elections. I urge INEC, security agencies, and all parties to ensure these polls are peaceful and credible.…