The Federal Government is considering a new initiative that could allow journalists to accompany military personnel during selected operations as part of efforts to improve security reporting, strengthen transparency and provide the public with firsthand information about Nigeria’s security challenges. The proposal was disclosed by the Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa, at the National…
President Bola Tinubu has approved a final six-month extension of the tenure of Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi, allowing him to remain in office until February 2027. The Presidency announced the decision on Friday, stating that the extension is aimed at ensuring continuity in ongoing reforms within the Nigeria Customs Service, particularly the…
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested Ifechukwu Dennis, accused of being the originator of a fake AI-generated voice note falsely attributed to President Bola Tinubu, a recording that circulated widely on social media. Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga announced Dennis’ arrest on Thursday, June 4, 2026, via his verified X account. Presidency says “IGP crack team”…
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), has criticised the plan by the Lagos State Government to reintroduce the monthly environmental sanitation exercise that restricts residents’ movement for three hours on the last Saturday of every month, describing the move as unconstitutional and disrespectful to an existing court judgment. According to TRUETELLS NIGERIA REPORTS, Falana said…
Energy experts in Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector have defended the pricing structure of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, accusing some fuel markers of attempting to blackmail the refinery and mislead the public over the recent increase in petrol prices. The experts said reports suggesting that the refinery’s latest adjustment is solely responsible for the recent…
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has accused a Lagos-based hospital of negligence leading to the demise of her 21-month-old son, Nkanu. In a personal statement released to family members and close friends, Chimamanda gave a detailed account of the circumstances surrounding his de@th. The statement reads “My son would be alive today if not for an incident…
The Nigerian government has demanded the imposition of death sentence on Nnamdi Kanu following his conviction on terrorism charges. Counsel to the Federal Government, Adegboyega Awomolo, SAN, informed the court that the sections of the law under which Kanu was charged and convicted carried death sentence without any option. Addressing the court after the pronouncement,…
Abdul-Ganiyu Obasa, son of the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudasiru Obasa, has emerged as the new Chairman of Agege Local Government following the resignation of the former chairman, Tunde Azeez, who had been on medical leave since the inauguration of the current administration. Azeez, in a resignation letter read…
In a significant recognition of exemplary leadership and service, Alhaji Tunde Umar has been honored with the Merit Award from The Baggage Maritime Magazine. This award highlights his outstanding contributions and dedication to the maritime industry and the broader community. The award, presented in October 2025, underscores Alhaji Umar’s role as an emerging leader in…
By Izuchukwu AHUCHAOGU In a country where women make up nearly half the population but still face huge social and economic hurdles, Nestlé Nigeria is flipping the script. Through bold, targeted initiatives, the company is turning the tide on women’s empowerment helping thousands of Nigerian women break free from poverty, gain financial independence, and lead…
