Author: Naija Daily News

By Deborah Nnamdi Armed men suspected to be political thugs on Friday attacked the convoy of the South-South leader of the African Democratic Party, Chibuike Amaechi, leading to a gun duel with security operatives in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State. The attack occurred along the road between Ubima, Amaechi’s hometown, and Omuanwa while the former governor was on his way to his community for his e-registration as a member of the African Democratic Party. Before Amaechi arrived in Ubima at about 12:15 p.m., suspected thugs had reportedly mounted a roadblock in the area, turning back buses believed to…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday granted bail to the immediate past Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, who is facing a money laundering charge alongside his son and wife. Malami and the co-defendants were accused of laundering public funds amounting to about N9 billion. Delivering the ruling, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik granted the defendants bail in the sum of N200 million each with two sureties in like sum. The court had earlier, on February 27, ordered the remand of the former AGF, his son Abdulaziz, and one of his wives,…

By Deborah Nnamdi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the deployment of 65 ambassadors to various Nigerian missions abroad, months after their nominations were confirmed by the Senate in December. Among the notable postings is former presidential spokesperson Reno Omokri, who has been assigned as Nigeria’s ambassador to Mexico, while former aviation minister Femi Fani-Kayode will serve as ambassador to Germany. Also on the list is former military administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, who has been posted to the Philippines. Former governor of Abia State, Okezie Ikpeazu, was named non-career ambassador to Spain, while former governor of Enugu…

The Cross River State House of Assembly has suspended a lawmaker representing Obubra I Constituency, Ovat Agbor, indefinitely over allegations that he physically assaulted his wife. The decision followed reports of violent conduct involving the legislator, which the Assembly described as unacceptable and inconsistent with the ethical standards expected of elected officials. The spokesperson to the Speaker of the Assembly, Matthew Okachie, disclosed the development in a statement sent to newsmen on Thursday. According to the statement, the resolution was reached during plenary after a motion moved by Davies Etta and seconded by Francis Asuquo. The Assembly said it strongly…

The Nigeria Police Force has removed Benjamin Hundeyin from his position as Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), barely six months after he was appointed to the role. Sources within the force confirmed that the decision was approved on Thursday, shortly after Tunji Disu assumed office as the new Inspector-General of Police. Disu officially took over the leadership of the police on Wednesday following the removal of the former Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. A senior police source disclosed that the development forms part of routine administrative adjustments that often accompany the appointment of a new police chief. According to the…

The United States Diplomatic Mission in Nigeria has announced the rescheduling of visa and American Citizen Services (ACS) appointments in Abuja over concerns about possible protests in the city. The announcement was made in a statement posted on the mission’s official X account on Thursday. The decision follows the earlier cancellation of all visa appointments scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, at the United States Embassy in Abuja. The closure has now been extended as authorities monitor the security situation in the Federal Capital Territory. According to the mission, routine operations at the embassy will remain suspended until Monday, March 9,…

The Kano State House of Assembly has commenced impeachment proceedings against the state’s Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, over allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust. The impeachment notice was presented during plenary by the Majority Leader of the House, Lawan Hussaini Dala, who said the action was taken in accordance with Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended). Dala told lawmakers that the allegations stem from Gwarzo’s tenure as Commissioner for Local Government between 2023 and 2024, as well as his current role as deputy governor. According…

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has discharged and acquitted suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, of a 23-count charge bordering on the alleged non-declaration of assets filed against him by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency. Kyari was arraigned alongside his two brothers, who were accused of swearing to false affidavits in an alleged attempt to conceal the origin of certain properties. Delivering judgment, Justice Omotosho held that the NDLEA failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove the allegations against the defendants, particularly in relation to the alleged non-declaration of landed properties. The judge…

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has postponed the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, barely two weeks before the tournament was scheduled to kick off, citing what it described as “certain unforeseen circumstances.” The competition, originally slated to take place from March 17 to April 3, will now run from July 25 to August 16, 2026, CAF announced in a statement on Wednesday. The tournament also serves as the qualifying stage for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil. CAF said the decision to reschedule the tournament followed consultations with FIFA, partners, and other stakeholders…

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has clarified concerns surrounding the presence of United States troops in the country, stating that the foreign personnel are in Nigeria strictly to provide training assistance and advisory support. Musa assured that the Nigerian Armed Forces would remain fully in charge of all military operations conducted within the country’s territory. The minister clarified on Wednesday in Abuja while presiding over the maiden edition of the newly introduced Monthly Operational Briefing at the Ministry of Defence. His comments followed confirmation by the Defence Headquarters on February 16, 2026, that about 100 United States military personnel,…