Tukur Buratai says the $1 billion arms procurement fund went to Nigeria’s Defence Ministry, not the military, and calls for greater transparency in defence spending.
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Military Retirees Plan Abuja Protest Over Disputed Pension Adjustments!
Nigerian military retirees plan protests in Abuja over disputed pension adjustments, alleged payment disparities and demands for transparent calculations.
Orji Uzor Kalu Insists South-East Development Commission Must Operate From South-East!
Orji Uzor Kalu insists the South-East Development Commission must operate from the region it serves, amid questions about its headquarters, expenditure and development mandate.
$2.1m Abuja Land Dispute: Lawyer Seeks Transfer of Wike’s Son’s Case Over Alleged Bias Concerns!
A lawyer has asked the FCT Chief Judge to transfer the $2.1 million Abuja land dispute involving Jordan Wike over alleged concerns about the appearance of judicial impartiality.
2027 Elections: CJN Kekere-Ekun Warns Judges Against Political Bias, Cautions Lawyers Over Election Cases!
CJN Kudirat Kekere-Ekun has warned Nigerian judges against political bias and cautioned lawyers against forum shopping as the country prepares for the 2027 general elections.
Umahi Defends Ondo Coastal Highway Diversion, Cites Engineering Challenges!
David Umahi defends the Ondo section of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway diversion, citing difficult terrain as community stakeholders demand transparency and an independent review.
Wike, Okpebholo, Oshiomhole Honour Late Edo PDP Chieftain Dan Orbih at Funeral in Ogbona!
Nyesom Wike, Monday Okpebholo and Adams Oshiomhole honour late Edo PDP chieftain Dan Orbih at his funeral in Ogbona, Edo State.
Bayelsa Police Chief Urges Traditional Rulers, Youth Leaders to Help Curb Cult Violence!
Bayelsa Police Commissioner Ajao Saka Adewale urges traditional rulers, youth leaders and community committees to help prevent cult violence and retaliatory attacks.
2027: How Insecurity Could Undermine APC’s Bid for Re-election!
Nigeria’s insecurity could influence the APC’s 2027 re-election bid as kidnapping, banditry and violence raise concerns about governance, livelihoods and voter confidence.
SDP, Obi-Kwankwaso Movement Reject Tinubu’s 30-Day Petrol Discount, Call It Election Gimmick!
SDP and the Obi-Kwankwaso Movement reject Nigeria’s 30-day petrol discount, questioning its effectiveness and timing ahead of the 2027 elections.
Tinubu Assures Rescue of Abducted Borno Schoolchildren, Zulum Says!
President Tinubu has reportedly directed security agencies to rescue schoolchildren abducted in Mussa, Borno State, Governor Zulum says.
Nigeria Customs Seizes ₦3.67bn Cannabis Products, Including Infused Cookies and Gummies, at Lagos Port!
Nigeria Customs has intercepted suspected cannabis-infused cookies, gummies and Cannabis Indica worth ₦3.67 billion at Tin Can Island Port, Lagos.
2027 Elections: Cross River Youths Endorse Tinubu and Otu for Second Terms, Call for APC Unity!
Cross River youths endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Governor Bassey Otu for second terms ahead of the 2027 elections, while another group called for APC unity.
CSOs Urge Federal Government to Assess Niger Delta Pipeline Surveillance Contracts on Performance and Transparency!
Nigerian civil society organisations urge the Federal Government to assess Niger Delta pipeline surveillance contracts based on performance, transparency, accountability and value for money.
Benue Government Seals Two Schools Over Alleged Forced Textbook Purchases!
Benue State seals Orenda and Opal Schools over alleged forced textbook purchases and unfair treatment of pupils in violation of state education policy.