A Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik on Monday, granted the former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, bail following his arraignment over allegations that he forged his university degree and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge certificates. It will be recalled that Nnaji is facing six counts of forging a degree certificate from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), and an NYSC discharge certificate, both of which...

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed the judgment restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognizing or participating in any state congresses organized by the David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a split decision of two versus one, the Appeal Court on Monday affirmed the judgment delivered by Joyce Abdulmalik, judge at the Federal High Court in Abuja, on April 29, 2026. It will be recalled that on...

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has hailed the safe return of the students and teachers who were kidnapped in Oyo State some months ago. The party noted that although details of the rescue remain limited, it commended the Federal Government, Oyo State government, security agencies, and all individuals and organizations whose efforts contributed to the safe return of the victims. No one should be subjected to such trauma in the pursuit of education. “We call...

The Allied People’s Movement (APM) has lauded  Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and security operatives over the release of the schoolchildren and teachers who were abducted on May 15, 2026, in the Orire area of the state. The party commended Makinde for his commitment, swift response, and sustained support for security operations, describing the development as a major relief for the nation. According to the party, the successful rescue brings to an end weeks...