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Crime & Justice

Malami gets bail on terrorism charges, remanded on fraud

Former Attorney General Abubakar Malami has been granted bail on terrorism charges but remains in custody on separate fraud charges involving over N8.7 billion.

Feb 28 β€’ 00:00 UTC
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National & Local

Atiku dismisses defections, predicts a tough battle for APC in 2027

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar states that the 2027 general election will solely depend on the All Progressives Congress' ability to garner genuine support from Nigerians, despite ongoing political defections to the party.

Feb 27 β€’ 19:55 UTC
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National & Local

Nigerian court grants former justice minister bail in 'terrorism' case

A Nigerian court has granted bail to former Attorney General Abubakar Malami and his son in a terrorism case as their trial has been adjourned.

Feb 27 β€’ 16:13 UTC
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National & Local

Atiku condemns Adamawa attacks, demands urgent action

Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the recent deadly attacks in Adamawa State that resulted in over 20 fatalities.

Feb 27 β€’ 12:55 UTC
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National & Local

Court grants Malami, son N200m bail in terrorism financing case

A Nigerian court has granted bail to former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son in a terrorism financing case.

Feb 27 β€’ 12:47 UTC
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National & Local

Fintiri's defection gives APC edge over Atiku in Adamawa – Onanuga

Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri's recent defection to the All Progressives Congress is seen as a significant political shift favoring the ruling party against former Vice President Atiku Abubakar in the region.

Feb 27 β€’ 12:02 UTC
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National & Local

Nigerian court adds terrorism charges to allegations facing ex-justice minister Malami

A Nigerian court has charged former justice minister Abubakar Malami with terrorism financing and related offences.

Feb 27 β€’ 11:43 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Money laundering: Court voids Malami’s bail, orders remand in Kuje facility

A Nigerian court has revoked the bail of former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami in a money laundering case, ordering his remand in custody as the trial proceeds.

Feb 27 β€’ 10:39 UTC
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National & Local

Protesters storm Kaduna Government House, demand El-Rufai’s probe

Residents of Kaduna State protested at the Government House, demanding action on the disappearance of Abubakar Idris and public scrutiny of former governor Nasir El-Rufai's administration.

Feb 26 β€’ 16:48 UTC
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National & Local

BREAKING: Atiku, Obi, Amaechi, others meet over Electoral Act

Leading Nigerian opposition figures gather in Abuja to discuss the Electoral Act and address key national issues.

Feb 26 β€’ 14:00 UTC
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National & Local

Nigeria: Bagudu Urges Ministerial Aides to Strengthen Public Policy Advisory, Implementation

Senator Abubakar Bagudu emphasized the importance of ministerial aides in enhancing public policy formulation and implementation during a workshop in Abuja.

Feb 24 β€’ 06:59 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll: APC candidate wins Abaji Area Council chairmanship election

Umar Abdullahi Abubakar of the APC has been declared the winner of the chairmanship election for the Abaji Area Council in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.

Feb 22 β€’ 11:14 UTC
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National & Local

Road crash kills Borno assistant police commissioner

A vehicle accident has claimed the life of Abubakar Balteh, the Assistant Commissioner of Police for the State Criminal Investigation Department in Borno State, Nigeria.

Feb 22 β€’ 00:46 UTC
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National & Local

El-Rufai, Malami’s detention cripples ADC

The detention of two leaders from the African Democratic Congress, Abubakar Malami and Nasir El-Rufai, raises concerns about the party's future activities and coalition stability.

Feb 22 β€’ 00:17 UTC
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National & Local

Borno assistant police commissioner dies in fatal crash

The Assistant Commissioner of Police for the Borno State Command, ACP Abubakar Balteh, has died following a vehicle accident in February 2026.

Feb 21 β€’ 21:22 UTC
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National & Local

Kwara attack: Council chair imposes curfew

The Chairman of Kaiama Local Government in Kwara State has imposed a night curfew as a response to ongoing security threats following recent attacks on local communities.

Feb 21 β€’ 00:58 UTC
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Crime & Justice

FCT poll holiday stalls Malami’s trial

A public holiday declared ahead of local elections has caused the postponement of the trial of former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son.

Feb 21 β€’ 00:45 UTC
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National & Local

Public holiday stalls Malami, son’s trial

The trial of former Nigerian Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son has been postponed until February 27 due to a public holiday.

Feb 20 β€’ 14:16 UTC
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National & Local

Embrace charity as Lent, Ramadan begin, Atiku urges Nigerians

Atiku Abubakar has called on Nigerians to embrace charity during the Lent and Ramadan seasons, emphasizing the importance of piety and good deeds.

Feb 18 β€’ 15:58 UTC
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National & Local

Sultan confirms moon sighting, declares Wednesday first day of Ramadan

The Sultan of Sokoto has announced that Wednesday will be the first day of Ramadan after the crescent moon was sighted across Nigeria.

Feb 17 β€’ 20:09 UTC
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National & Local

Tinubu seeks Senate confirmation for INEC commissioner, NAHCON chairman

President Bola Tinubu has requested Senate confirmation for Adm. Jamila Abubakar as National Commissioner for INEC.

Feb 17 β€’ 14:47 UTC
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National & Local

β€˜You’re a man of courage, intellect’, Atiku hails El-Rufai on birthday

Atiku Abubakar celebrates former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai's birthday, praising his intellect and leadership qualities.

Feb 16 β€’ 11:24 UTC
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National & Local

Nigeria: Adamawa's Fintiri Set to Join APC, Making 30 States, Grand Reception for Kano Gov Today

Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri is preparing to join the All Progressives Congress, potentially expanding the party's control to 30 states in Nigeria.

Feb 16 β€’ 09:18 UTC
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National & Local

Nigeria: Atiku Visits El-Rufai After Airport Arrest Saga

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar visited former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai following a failed attempt by security agents to arrest El-Rufai at the airport.

Feb 13 β€’ 11:55 UTC
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National & Local

Nigeria: No Negotiation With Makinde Over VP Ticket - Atiku

Atiku Abubakar refutes claims of negotiating a vice-presidential ticket with Governor Seyi Makinde, labeling rumors as political gossip.

Feb 13 β€’ 05:01 UTC
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National & Local

Nigeria: Judge Withdraws From EFCC's Cases Against Malami

Judge Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court in Abuja has withdrawn from two cases involving former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami due to personal reasons.

Feb 12 β€’ 14:42 UTC
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National & Local

Atiku camp denies Fayose’s political negotiations claim

Atiku Abubakar's camp has rejected claims from former Governor Fayose about secret political negotiations regarding Atiku's vice-presidential bid.

Feb 12 β€’ 12:50 UTC
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National & Local

Judge steps down from Malami’s ₦213bn forfeiture case

Justice Obiora Egwatu has recused himself from the asset forfeiture case involving former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami, citing personal reasons.

Feb 12 β€’ 10:35 UTC
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National & Local

Electoral Act: Opposition must unite, mixed transmission will cause chaos – Atiku

Atiku Abubakar, Nigeria's former Vice President, urges opposition parties to unite for transparent elections and advocates for a fully electronic voting transmission system.

Feb 10 β€’ 19:44 UTC
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National & Local

NNPCL's $1.5bn refinery failure proves my privatisation call right β€” Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar argues that the $1.5 billion failure of the Port Harcourt Refinery reinforces his call for the privatization of state-owned refineries in Nigeria.

Feb 8 β€’ 19:21 UTC
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National & Local

Our meeting with Atiku centers on 2027 – ADP

The Action Democratic Party's leaders met with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to discuss collaboration ahead of the 2027 elections.

Feb 8 β€’ 00:41 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Sadiku: Unmasking terrorist leader behind Kwara massacre

The massacre in Woro, Kwara State, which resulted in the deaths of 176 residents, was orchestrated by terrorist leader Abubakar Saidu, highlighting failures in the country's security measures against jihadist expansion.

Feb 7 β€’ 02:49 UTC
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National & Local

Atiku, Aisha Buhari meet in Saudi Arabia

Atiku Abubakar and Aisha Buhari met in Saudi Arabia while both families were there to perform Umrah.

Feb 7 β€’ 00:04 UTC
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World

Atiku, Aisha Buhari meet in Saudi Arabia

Former presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar hosted Hajiya Aisha Buhari and her family in Saudi Arabia as they performed the lesser hajj (Umrah).

Feb 6 β€’ 20:24 UTC
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National & Local

Insecurity: Atiku slams killings in Kwara, Benue, Katsina

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar condemned the recent deadly attacks in Kwara, Benue, and Katsina states, highlighting the deepening security crisis in Nigeria.

Feb 5 β€’ 21:57 UTC
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National & Local

AU inducts Atiku’s aide into Agenda 2063 governing council

The African Union has appointed Phrank Shaibu, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, to the Governing Council of the Agenda 2063 initiative in Abuja.

Feb 5 β€’ 02:56 UTC
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National & Local

Quits partisan politics, Adamawa Rep advises Atiku

Following Abba Atiku's support for President Bola Tinubu, Rep. Muhammed Basil urges former VP Atiku Abubakar to withdraw from active party politics.

Feb 5 β€’ 00:05 UTC
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National & Local

Dantsoho reaffirms FG’s commitment to port investments

Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, reiterated the Federal Government's dedication to enhancing investor participation in port development to improve the productivity of Nigeria's maritime gateways.

Feb 5 β€’ 00:00 UTC
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National & Local

Atiku slams Senate for rejecting mandatory e-transmission of results

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar criticized the Nigerian Senate for its decision to reject real-time electronic transmission of election results, calling it a betrayal of democracy.

Feb 4 β€’ 22:11 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police arrest tenant over neighbour’s death in Gombe

A 37-year-old tenant, Bello Abubakar, has been arrested by the Gombe State Police in connection with the death of 38-year-old Maryam Hassan, who was found with severe head injuries outside her residence.

Feb 4 β€’ 21:46 UTC
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National & Local

FG will stabilize food prices and agricultural inputs - Minister

The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, has committed to stabilizing agricultural input prices in Nigeria, following successful measures to address food prices under President Bola Tinubu's administration.

Feb 4 β€’ 19:16 UTC
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National & Local

Quit partisan politics, Adamawa rep advises Atiku

Adamawa House of Representatives member Muhammed Basil has called on former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar to step away from partisan politics and embrace a role as an elder statesman.

Feb 4 β€’ 12:55 UTC
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National & Local

PDP chieftain joins 2027 Ogun gov race

Segun Sowunmi, a former spokesperson for ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has announced his candidacy for the Ogun State governorship in 2027, citing the need to address development issues in the region.

Feb 4 β€’ 06:44 UTC
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National & Local

No private meeting between Atiku, Yari, aide clarifies

Ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar has clarified that he did not hold a private meeting with former Zamfara State Governor, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, despite media reports suggesting otherwise.

Feb 3 β€’ 17:46 UTC
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Crime & Justice

JUST IN: DSS arraigns Malami, son over firearms possession

The Department of State Services has charged former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son Abdulazeez with terrorism financing and illegal possession of firearms before a Federal High Court.

Feb 3 β€’ 12:42 UTC
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National & Local

Kano gov approves fresh appointments, promotes officials

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has made new appointments and promotions in key government positions, including Abubakar Matawalle as Acting Director-General of the Kano State Pilgrims Welfare Board.

Feb 2 β€’ 09:29 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Nigeria: Ex-justice minister Abubakar Malami granted bail in money laundering case

A Nigerian court has granted bail to former justice minister Abubakar Malami as he faces charges of money laundering involving 8.7 billion naira ($6 million).

Jan 8 β€’ 15:31 UTC

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