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11/07/2025

The Nigerian Senate has issued a stern ultimatum to the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Bayo Ojulari, to account for a staggering N210 trillion discrepancy in the company's audited financial statements. This demand follows Ojulari's repeated absence from Senate investigative hearings, despite multiple invitations.

The Senate Committee on Public Accounts, chaired by Senator Aliyu Wadada, expressed strong dissatisfaction with Ojulari's persistent disregard for legislative oversight. The committee emphasized that no official, regardless of rank, is above accountability and that Ojulari's presence is required to address the audit discrepancies.

According to Senator Wadada, the N210 trillion discrepancy refers to funds that are unaccounted for, not stolen. The committee insists that proper documentation and explanation are necessary to justify the figures. The discrepancy includes N103 trillion listed as accrued expenses and N107 trillion as receivables.

The Senate has warned Ojulari that failure to comply with the summons may result in the invocation of its constitutional powers, including issuing a warrant of arrest. Senators Abdul Ningi and Adams Oshiomhole condemned Ojulari's conduct, with Oshiomhole stating that "nobody is bigger than the country" and that anyone who believes otherwise has no business being in government.

The committee has resolved to communicate a new date for Ojulari's appearance, which he must unfailingly attend to explain the financial infractions and address other queries raised against NNPCL. The Senate's actions demonstrate its commitment to upholding fiscal transparency and accountability in the management of public funds.

11/07/2025

The Nigerian government has firmly rejected pressure from the United States to accept Venezuelan deportees, particularly those with criminal records. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, stated that Nigeria cannot accommodate such a request, citing the country's existing security and socio-economic challenges.

According to Tuggar, the US has been lobbying several African nations, including Nigeria, to receive deportees of Venezuelan origin, many of whom have served time in American prisons. He insisted that Nigeria, already grappling with its internal security and socio-economic challenges, cannot accept such a request. "It would be difficult for countries like Nigeria to accept Venezuelan prisoners into Nigeria. We have enough problems of our own; we cannot accept Venezuelan deportees to Nigeria. We already have 230 million people," Tuggar said.

This development comes amid rising diplomatic tensions between Nigeria and the US, following President Donald Trump's announcement of a 10% trade tariff on BRICS nations, including Nigeria, China, and India, labeling them "anti-American". Tuggar downplayed the connection between Nigeria's BRICS participation and the proposed tariffs, suggesting that the US demands for African nations to accept Venezuelan deportees might be a factor.

Nigeria's stance underscores its growing alignment with BRICS+, which it joined as a partner country in January 2025. The bloc, now comprising 11 member states, accounts for roughly 37% of global GDP and nearly half of the world's population. Tuggar emphasized that Nigeria's foreign policy is anchored on reciprocity and mutual respect, not retaliation .

11/07/2025

Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has claimed that the ₦1bn defamation suit filed against her by fellow actress Iyabo Ojo has been dismissed. However, Iyabo Ojo has disputed this claim, stating that the case was merely an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) hearing and not a full legal trial.

According to Lizzy Anjorin, the court ordered Iyabo Ojo to pay her a certain amount, although she did not reveal the exact figure. In a video post on her Instagram page, Lizzy Anjorin celebrated what she described as a win and mocked online gossip blogs she accused of stalking her and her daughter.

Iyabo Ojo, however, has a different account of the events. In a video response, she explained that the ADR judge had advised both parties to settle peacefully, and the case was thrown out due to the nature of the ADR process. Ojo emphasized that no formal judgment had been passed on the case and that no witnesses had been called.

The dispute between the two Nollywood stars started in late 2023, when Iyabo Ojo filed a ₦1bn defamation suit against Lizzy Anjorin, demanding an apology and a retraction of allegedly false claims made on social media.

Iyabo Ojo also raised concerns about her family's safety and held Lizzy Anjorin accountable for any harm that might befall her or her children. "If anything happens to me, Iyabo Ojo, or to my daughter, Priscilla Ajoke, or to Festus Olajuwon Ojo, then you, Lizzy Anjorin, should be among the people held responsible," she said.

The legal drama between the two actresses continues to attract attention online, with both parties exchanging barbs and accusations on social media.

11/07/2025

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has accused the Muhammadu Buhari-led administration of launching a global manhunt against his key officials over the Malabu Oil deal scandal, specifically the OPL-245 case. This controversy revolves around the 2011 acquisition of Oil Prospecting Licence 245 by Shell and Eni for $1.3 billion, with allegations that $1.1 billion was routed through intermediaries as bribes to Nigerian officials and politicians.

Jonathan made this accusation at the public presentation of a memoir titled "OPL 245: Inside Story of the $1.3bn Nigerian Oil Block" authored by former Attorney-General of the Federation, Bello Adoke. He stated that after his tenure ended in 2015, the Buhari government targeted several key officers in his government, including Adoke, who was hunted globally over the OPL-245 matter.

According to Jonathan, Adoke's memoir upholds the truth, and he commended Adoke for his doggedness in the face of persecution. Adoke, who was initially accused of wrongdoing by the Buhari administration, was eventually discharged and acquitted both in Nigeria and abroad. He clarified that he was never a party to the OPL-245 transaction but merely carried out a presidential directive in 2011 to resolve issues relating to the deal.

Adoke alleged that former President Buhari was driven by a sense of vengeance on behalf of the late Gen Sani Abacha's family, whom he believed had been treated unfairly concerning the OPL-245 deal. Despite this, Adoke stated that he had forgiven all individuals involved in the legal and political controversies surrounding his role in the OPL-245 oil block case, including former EFCC Chairman Ibrahim Magu, who had apologized to him.

Vice President Kashim Shettima, who was present at the event, commended Adoke for his reconciliatory gesture and described him as a man of conviction. Shettima also recalled being demonized during the Jonathan administration and labeled "Public Enemy Number One" until Adoke's legal counsel prevented a plan to remove him as Governor of Borno State.

The event drew an eclectic cross-section of Nigeria's political elite, with dignitaries from various parties in attendance. Former Governors Nasir El-Rufai and Seyi Makinde, ex-Senate President Bukola Saraki, and senior figures from across Nigeria's ideological divides hailed Adoke's decision to document his experiences.

11/07/2025

The Federal Government has described the removal of fuel subsidy as a painful but necessary reform, stating that it has saved the economy from fiscal collapse and blocked areas of leakages and waste. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris Malagi, made this known while delivering a speech at the Conference of Commissioners for Information in APC states, organized by the Progressive Governors’ Forum in Minna, Niger State.

According to Malagi, the decision to remove the fuel subsidy has led to an increase in funding for the development of mega infrastructure and steady investment in the provision of social services. He also noted that the consistent implementation of President Bola Tinubu’s 8-point Renewed Hope Agenda has begun to produce positive results, citing the Presidential Conditional Grant and Loan Scheme, which has benefited 900,000 Nigerians, and the Students’ Loan Scheme, which is currently supporting over 300,000 students.

The minister highlighted other achievements of the Tinubu-led administration, including the recapitalization of the Bank of Agriculture to the tune of ₦1.5 trillion, which unlocks financing for farmers, agricultural entrepreneurs, and the agro-industrial value chain.

Governor Muhammad Umaru Bago of Niger State praised President Tinubu’s leadership, stating that APC-governed states are experiencing a silent revolution a coordinated wave of people-focused governance. He emphasized the importance of strategic communication in sustainable leadership and called on commissioners for information to refine messaging frameworks, strengthen state-to-state coordination, and accelerate the implementation of value reorientation campaigns.

The governor, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Usman Abubakar, noted that Niger State is building the ‘New Niger’ a development vision driven by bold reforms in agriculture, digitization, urban renewal, and youth empowerment.

11/07/2025

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has stated that former President Muhammadu Buhari would not have won the 2015 presidential election without the crucial support of Tinubu and the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN). Onanuga made this assertion during an interview on Arise TV, dismissing claims by former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, that the merger that formed the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2013 contributed only minimally to Buhari's victory.

According to Onanuga, while Buhari had a strong following in the north, he lacked the national spread required to win the presidency on his own. "Yeah, he was getting 12 million votes if you put all the 19 states together, but in the south, Buhari was nowhere," Onanuga said. He emphasized that Buhari needed the ACN for the electoral "spread" necessary to win the presidential election, and that the party provided the crucial votes in the south. "Buhari got the votes he needed in those six states. They may not be in millions, but there were important votes," Onanuga added.

Onanuga further stressed that Buhari won in all the six states that were under the ACN, and got more than 25% of the votes in those states. He noted that Buhari's victory in about 25 states, which was more than the constitutional requirement of 24 states, was made possible by the support of Tinubu and the ACN. "Buhari never forgot the help that Tinubu rendered to him. He wouldn’t have become president without Tinubu’s assistance," Onanuga said.

Onanuga's assertion contradicts Mustapha's claim that the merger that formed the APC contributed only three million votes to Buhari's victory. According to Mustapha, Buhari already commanded a consistent base of over 12 million votes before the merger, suggesting that the CPC's alliance with ACN and ANPP played a minimal role in his victory over former President Goodluck Jonathan. However, Onanuga's statement suggests that the support of Tinubu and the ACN was instrumental to Buhari's victory, and that the former president remains grateful for Tinubu's role in making the 2015 victory possible.

11/07/2025

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has commenced preparations for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage, following the successful completion of the 2025 exercise. NAHCON Chairman, Alhaji Abdullahi Pakistan, disclosed this during a press briefing in Kano, shortly after his return from Saudi Arabia. Pakistan stated that the commission has received clear instructions from the Saudi authorities to conclude all logistics early, as they will not wait for any country to finalize their arrangements late.

The NAHCON Chairman appealed to intending pilgrims to register early, as the commission seeks approval to announce the Hajj fare for 2026 soon. "We are now seeking approval to announce the Hajj fare for 2026 soon, so we appeal to all Nigerians intending to perform the pilgrimage to register early," he said. Pakistan expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for a smooth and successful Hajj operation that witnessed the safe return of Nigerian pilgrims. He also thanked the Federal Government, particularly President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, for their unwavering support.

Pakistan commended the Nigerian media for their consistent support and for helping NAHCON communicate its message to the public effectively. "We thank you for your role in taking our message to Nigerians. Your partnership has been valuable, and we hope this cooperation continues," he stated. The NAHCON boss emphasized that the success of the 2025 Hajj operation was not a personal achievement or that of the commission alone, but the result of divine blessing and collective effort. "This success belongs to Allah. He is the one who blessed this exercise and made it possible for our leaders and pilgrims to return home satisfied. We only executed what was divinely destined," Pakistan said.

On preparations for the 2026 Hajj, Pakistan assured that the commission has learned valuable lessons from the 2025 operations and is already building on that experience to ensure an even more seamless exercise next year. "We've learned a lot from this year's Hajj. Insha Allah, we intend to deliver a better and more efficient operation in 2026," he assured. He urged intending pilgrims to begin early registration, as Saudi Arabian authorities have announced plans to conclude all preparations for next year's Hajj within the next two to three months.

11/07/2025

A former member of the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party, Adamu Waziri, has accused the administration of President Bola Tinubu of inflicting severe pain on Nigerians in the last two years. Waziri, who is a member of the African Democratic Alliance, an opposition coalition, made this assertion on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief. He stated that Nigeria would not make progress without the right leadership, adding that the current administration has failed to deliver on its promises.

According to Waziri, the Bola Tinubu administration is asking Nigerians to give it another two years, but he believes that would be a catastrophe. "What are the records? The two years of Bola Tinubu have inflicted severe pain on Nigeria," the former Minister of Police Affairs said. He urged Nigerians to give the opposition a chance to lead the country, saying, "If you are ready to wait for two years, we are saying don’t wait for two years. Give us the next two years so that we can change this country."

Waziri dismissed thoughts that there were plans to topple Tinubu’s administration, saying that the opposition would remove the government democratically. "We are not toppling this government. We are going to democratically remove this government. It is cheap blackmail to say people are planning to oust this government," he said. He emphasized that nobody other than Nigerians can turn around the fortunes of the country and save it from its current state, which he described as a "catastrophe of enormous proportion".

The former minister expressed confidence in the key members of the ADC, including a former vice president, Atiku Abubakar; a former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi; a former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai; and Sir Rauf Aregbesola. He said these individuals have records of service that would be beneficial to the party and the masses. Waziri stated that the ADC would reverse the negative policies of the APC administration and bring about good governance, cohesion, and zero tolerance for corruption.

On the issue of zoning and calls for the South to complete its eight years at the presidency, Waziri said such talks would not take Nigeria anywhere. "I desist from reducing myself to North and South politics. I am for a Nigerian who will bring about some cohesion, who will stamp out corruption, who will penalise corrupt practices, who will not be nepotistic, who will redress the economic hardship Nigerians are facing," he added.

11/07/2025

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced a significant breakthrough in its disbursement process, marking the commencement of upkeep payments to student beneficiaries who have updated their bank account details from digital wallet platforms to commercial bank accounts. According to a statement by Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, Director of Corporate Communications at NELFUND, over 3,600 students who previously registered with digital-only banking platforms have successfully received their backlog of upkeep payments after updating their details to conventional commercial bank accounts on the NELFUND portal.

NELFUND expressed appreciation for the patience and understanding of all affected students during this period, acknowledging that their resilience and cooperation have made this progress possible. The organization remains committed to ensuring that no eligible student is left behind and is working to enhance the efficiency, transparency, and student-centered delivery of its support services.

For students who are yet to receive their upkeep payments and are still using digital wallet accounts, NELFUND has advised them to raise a support ticket via the official NELFUND portal to request access for updating their bank details. Alternatively, students may report through the IT office of their institution, which will compile and forward all related cases to NELFUND for resolution.

NELFUND urges all students to continue engaging only through official channels and to assist peers who may require help navigating the update process. The organization reiterates its commitment to delivering a more inclusive and reliable student loan, thanking students for their patience and support as it continues to work towards this goal.

11/07/2025

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the September 2024 Edo governorship election, Asue Ighodalo, has strongly condemned the Supreme Court's judgment upholding the election of Governor Monday Okpebholo. In a statement, Ighodalo described the election as a "robbery" and accused key democratic institutions of failing to protect the will of the people.

According to Ighodalo, the verdict was a betrayal of the people's trust and aspirations. "What happened in the September 2024 Governorship Election was not a contest. It was a robbery. Coordinated. Deliberate. And now, tragically validated by the highest court in the land," he said. Ighodalo expressed deep disappointment and a sense of betrayal, not just by those who allegedly rigged the process, but also by the institutions trusted to protect democracy.

Addressing the people of Edo State, Ighodalo shared in their pain and anger, praising their courage and the collective strength forged during the campaign. "You came out in hope. You voted for competence, for progress, for prosperity. And now, we are told that your voice does not matter," he lamented. Despite the outcome, Ighodalo urged resilience and called on the people not to lose hope. "We may be wounded. But all wounds heal... Let this be our vow. We will not retreat. We will not be silenced. And we will never forget.

Ighodalo warned that the consequences of what he described as an "illegitimate" administration would likely manifest in poor governance, absence of leadership, and deepening hardship for Edo people. "The weight of this illegitimacy will, unfortunately, echo beyond the halls of the Supreme Court. I fear Edo will feel it in the absence of leadership, in the poverty of policy, and in the daily suffering of her people," he said.

In a strongly worded statement, Ighodalo advised Governor Okpebholo to govern with humility and conscience, warning that while the courts may have delivered a verdict, history would eventually give its own. "To those who now hold power undeserved, lead with humility. Govern with conscience. History sees what the courts may not. And one day, it will deliver its own verdict," he concluded.

11/07/2025

The Minister of Steel, Shuaibu Audu, has revealed that Nigeria loses a staggering $4 billion annually in foreign exchange due to the importation of steel products. This disclosure was made during a press conference held to announce the maiden National Steel Summit, scheduled to take place on July 15, 2025. The Minister expressed the Federal Government's commitment to reviving the steel sector and reducing the country's reliance on imported steel products.

A key highlight of the Minister's statement is the assurance that the first section of the Ajaokuta Steel Plant is expected to commence operations before the end of President Bola Tinubu's first term in office. According to the Minister, President Tinubu has been actively working to harness Nigeria's abundant raw steel materials and foster the emergence of a thriving steel sector. This development is expected to have a positive impact on the country's economy and reduce its dependence on foreign steel products.

The upcoming National Steel Summit will provide a platform for stakeholders to engage with potential investors and discuss practical steps to revive and sustain the steel sector. The Minister emphasized that the summit will be a crucial step towards achieving the government's vision for the steel industry. By bringing together critical stakeholders, the summit aims to explore ways to unlock the sector's potential and drive economic growth.

The Minister's announcement underscores the government's commitment to developing the steel sector and promoting economic development in Nigeria. With the Ajaokuta Steel Plant expected to kickstart operations soon, the country is poised to reduce its reliance on imported steel products and harness its vast raw materials to drive growth and development.

11/07/2025

Vice-President Kashim Shettima has commended former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mohammed Adoke, for preventing his removal as Borno State governor by former President Goodluck Jonathan. Speaking at the public presentation of Adoke's book, "OPL 245: Inside Story of the $1.3 billion Nigerian Oil Block," in Abuja, Shettima recounted his experience as governor when Jonathan mooted the idea of removing him from office due to insecurity in the northeastern region in 2013.

Shettima revealed that Adoke, along with then Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Tambuwal, told Jonathan that he lacked the power to remove an elected governor. "It was Aminu Tambuwal, the then Speaker of the House of Representatives, who had the courage to tell the president: You don’t have the power to remove an elected councillor," Shettima said. He added that Adoke also informed Jonathan at a Federal Executive Council meeting that he did not have the authority to remove a sitting governor, and another Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) in the cabinet, Kabiru Turaki, concurred with Adoke's opinion.

Shettima's revelation appears to suggest that there is no constitutional basis for a president to remove an elected governor in Nigeria, which seems to contradict the actions of his boss, President Bola Tinubu, who recently suspended an elected governor. On March 18, President Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara and appointing a sole administrator to take charge of the state's affairs. Many argued that the president's action was unconstitutional, and Shettima's statement may have added fuel to the controversy.

In his remarks, Shettima also called for transparency and accountability in Nigeria's public service, urging former and current public officials to document their life and stewardship while in service. He praised Adoke for having the courage to forgive those who have offended him, saying, "In the last four years of the Jonathan government, I was the public enemy number one." Shettima's comments underscore the importance of upholding the rule of law and respecting the democratic process in Nigeria.

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