Author: Yunusa Umar

Human rights lawyer and activist, Deji Adeyanju, has criticised businessman Aliko Dangote over the recent increase in the pump price of fuel, accusing him of “evil monopoly” and exploiting Nigerians. In a statement on Tuesday, Adeyanju alleged that the Dangote Refinery had increased the pump price of petrol by over 100 per cent, attributing the hike to the ongoing conflict in the Gulf region involving Iran. READ MORE:Adeyanju urges EFCC, DSS to probe El-Rufai over alleged corruption, insecurity Deji Adeyanju demands probe of Dangote’s $5m claim on NMDPRA boss “Aliko Dangote has hiked the pump price of fuel by over…

Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, on Tuesday adjourned to rule on the admissibility of a Deed of Assignment and an Irrevocable Power of Attorney tendered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in the ongoing trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Adoza Bello. The documents relate to the sale of Plot 1160, Cadastral Zone, Gwarimpa 2, Abuja, allegedly sold for ₦100 million. READ MORE:Yahaya Bello trial: N2.1bn loan repaid with funds from Kogi LGAs – Witness EFCC witnesses admit massive withdrawals from Kogi accounts, say Yahaya Bello not beneficiary Bello is being prosecuted…

The Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Aviation Security (AVSEC) unit at the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) have pledged to deepen collaboration in intelligence sharing and operational coordination to curb illicit financial flows and protect the integrity of the electoral process. The commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the new Chief of Aviation Security at MAKIA, Aliyu Yahuza Abdullahi, to the Acting Zonal Director of the EFCC Kano Directorate, Assistant Commander of the EFCC (ACE I) Friday S. Ebelo. Speaking during the visit, Abdullahi assured the Commission of his…

Two prominent members of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) qaids were reportedly killed in a recent airstrike precision at Yuwe inside Sambisa general area of Borno State. According to sources whom Zagalola Makama, a counter security expert publication spoke to that the two senior terrorist leaders killed in the strikes are Ali G3, identified as the qaid in charge of Yuwe, and Abdullahi Muga, also a qaid within the group’s command structure. READ MORE: Military airstrikes kill ISWAP commanders in Sambisa forest Terrorists die as Boko Haram, ISWAP clash in Borno Their deaths come after initial reports confirmed the…

Adamu Atiku Abubakar, one of sons of Alhaji Abubakar Atiku, the 2023 presidential candidate under People Democratic Party, has tendered his resignation letter as commissioner for works and energy development in Adamawa State under governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri. According to letter seen by New Daily Prime and posted on X on Monday (formerly Twitter) by the ex-commissioner conveyed his resignation message to Secretary to the State Government in the state, citing the resignation as personal reflection and careful consideration. READ MORE:Atiku alleges APC plot to destabilise ADC through judiciary 2027: Lagos APC dismisses Atiku, Obi as genuine democrats “I write…

The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested a suspect behind assassination attempts on 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr. Peter Obi, in Benin, the Edo State capital. Obi, Chief John Oyegun, and other opposition members of the All Democratic Congress (ADC), on February 24, escaped death by the whiskers when armed men fired several gunshots at them at their party meeting in Benin. READ MORE: Edo govt dismisses Peter Obi’s attack allegation as ‘false, malicious’ Edo lawmaker denies state involvement in attack on Peter Obi’s convoy Shortly after the attack, one Udeme Monday Stephen, posted on…

The family of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has dismissed allegations by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over the alleged discovery of phone-tapping equipment, describing the claims as false and politically motivated. The statement was signed on Monday  by Hon. Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, a member of the House of Representatives representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency, on behalf of the El-Rufai family, accused the anti-graft agency of engaging in a media trial rather than following due process. READ MORE: Why court adjourns El-Rufai’s arraignment to April 23 El-Rufai asks court to quash DSS charges, seeks…

Saudi Arabia has denied allegations that its Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, secretly lobbied former U.S. President Donald Trump to launch a military attack on Iran. READ MORE:US confirms deaths of soldiers in Iran operation One dead, eleven injured after Iranian missile strikes hit UAE airports Responding to a report by the Washington Post, Fahad Nazer, spokesperson for the Saudi Embassy in Washington, said the claims were false and misrepresented the kingdom’s position. “The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been consistent in supporting diplomatic efforts to reach a credible deal with Iran,” Mr Nazer said in a post on X…

The Niger State Government has domesticated the Electricity Act in line with regulations of the Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), a move aimed at breaking the monopoly of the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) in the state’s electricity supply sector. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago disclosed this at the weekend while briefing journalists on the state’s power and water supply situation. READ MORE: Water shortage: Niger gov assures residents of lasting solution Tanker explosion in Niger State leaves more than 40 dead, dozens injured According to the governor, the domestication of the law has enabled his administration to initiate a joint…

The Niger State Police Command has arrested four suspected cattle rustlers and recovered 42 sheep in Mokwa area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed this in a crime bulletin issued on March 1, 2026. “As part of the sustained fight against crime and criminality in the state, police operatives attached to the Crack Squad, on February 24, 2026, at about 6:00 p.m., acted on credible intelligence and arrested four suspected cattle rustlers,” Abiodun said. READ MORE:NBA petitions Niger police over ‘arbitrary’ detention of NNPP chairmanship candidate Niger police arrest seven suspects over student’s murder He…