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Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has granted absolute pardon to 130 inmates across custodial facilities in the state. He also commuted four death sentences to life imprisonment. The governor announced the exercise of his prerogative of mercy on Thursday as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary. Mutfwang, in a goodwill message to Plateau citizens and Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora, said the decision followed due consultation with the State Advisor

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has urged Nigerians to reject violence, promote unity and uphold peaceful coexistence as the country marks its 66th Independence Anniversary. Yusuf made the call in Kano while addressing residents at the Sani Abacha Stadium during the state’s celebration of the national anniversary. He said Nigeria’s independence should serve as a reminder of the responsibilities shared by citizens and governments in building a peaceful and prosperous country. The gover

Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has stressed the need for greater collaboration between the Federal and State Governments in the fight against banditry and other forms of criminality bedevilling parts of the country. The Governor made the appeal in his message to the people of Sokoto State to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary. Governor Aliyu, who commended the support of the Federal Government in the fight against banditry in the State, stressed the need for the support to be sus

Vice-Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rotimi Amaechi, has vowed to resign from office if Nigeria fails to begin witnessing significant changes within one year of the party taking power if it wins in 2027. Amaechi made the declaration on Wednesday during an interview on AIT’s Democracy Today, where he said an ADC administration would prioritise security, education and the economy. “We must deal with three things. We must deal with security; we must deal

‎ ‎Former Vice President and Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has knocked President Bola Tinubu’s declaration that Nigeria has entered an “age of prosperity”, saying millions of Nigerians are still struggling with food, transport, healthcare, education and insecurity. ‎ ‎Atiku made the remarks on Thursday, in his Independence Day address delivered in Abuja. ‎ ‎He said the three years of Tinubu’s administration had left Nigerians battling what he de

For the second consecutive year, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has dropped the traditional Independence Day military parade. The development has left unanswered questions over why the ceremony has not returned. This is despite the government’s confirmation that officers accused of plotting a coup have been identified and are facing military trial. Unlike previous years when October 1 celebrations culminated in a ceremonial military parade, guard of honour, military drills and othe

Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote has offered East African countries a combined 30 per cent equity stake in his planned $16 billion refinery in Lamu, Kenya, with Kenya, Rwanda and Ethiopia expressing interest in participating in the project. The offer comes as Dangote and Kenyan President William Ruto on Wednesday broke ground for the 700,000-barrel-per-day refinery at the Port of Lamu, formally launching construction of the project. David Ndii, economic adviser to President Ruto, had earlier

President Bola Tinubu has listed what he described as economic gains of the country since he took over the reins three and a half years ago. In his Independence Day broadcast, the President said the country was beginning to see improvements in its economic outlook. He cited economic growth of more than four per cent in 2026, contributions from both the oil and non-oil sectors, reduced oil theft and a substantial decline in inflation from its peak. He also said foreign reserves had been rebuilt,

Opposition political leaders have intensified efforts to produce a single presidential candidate to challenge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 election. As part of the ongoing consultations, leaders of some opposition parties met with former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, in Abuja on Tuesday night. Some participants confirmed the meeting to Daily Trust. A source close to the meeting said the leaders discussed what would be requ

Presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) and Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has appointed Felix Hassan Hyat as Director-General of the National Campaign Management Committee (NCMC) of the Makinde/Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation. Hyat, a former Minister of State for Aviation and former Kaduna State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), will lead the campaign’s efforts to take the “Reset Nigeria” message to all Nigerians and secure victory for the APM in

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPCL) says it loaned N220.495 to its three refineries for Quick Fix Maintenance project, tax obligations, among others. The figures were contained in its 2025 Audited Financial Statement. According to the report, the Kaduna Refining & Petrochemical Company Limited was loaned N77.588, while Port Harcourt Refining Company Limited got N2.58bn and Warri Refining & Petrochemical Company Limited got N113.327bn. The spending is coming a year after the N

In a society where many vulnerable families struggle to pay medical bills, keep children in school, or raise capital for small businesses, a Gombe philanthropist is using his personal resources to intervene where help is needed. Engr. Aliyu Mohammed is a trained Electrical Engineer and player in the Nigerian real estate market. Popularly known as Aliyu Kombat, he is the founder of Velocity Humanitarian Foundation (VHF), a non-governmental organisation quietly supporting thousands of people, from

There are two qualities the world has come to associate with Nigerians: resilience and an enduring willingness to help others, even in the most difficult circumstances. It is this spirit of selflessness, compassion and service that Media Trust sets out to find, recognise and celebrate through its annual Unsung Heroes initiative. Every year, we bring to the fore individuals who, often without seeking recognition, go out of their way to make life better for others and remind us that humanity still

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has likened Nigeria’s economic condition in 2023 to that of a cancer patient, saying his administration had to undertake painful reforms to confront deep-rooted economic problems. Tinubu made the comparison in his Independence Day address to Nigerians, in which he defended the economic policies implemented by his administration since assuming office in 2023. The President said Nigeria entered 2023 at a point when poverty was rising and hope was “nearly gone”, leaving

Kaduna State Government has organised special prayers for peace, stability and economic prosperity of Nigeria at Sultan Bello mosque, as part of the 66th Independence Day celebration, which will culminate in a parade on October 1st. Led by the Deputy Chief Imam, Malam Abdullahi Aliyu, the supplications were made after the Jumaat prayer, which had the Secretary to Kaduna State Government, Dr AbdulKadir Muázu Meyere, senior Government officials and Muslim faithful in attendance. The Deputy Chief I

I suspect Manchester United manager Michael Carrick would like to start the season again, turn back the clock and replay the games against Hull, Everton, Manchester City and Fulham. United have made a difficult start and, after five Premier League games, have just five points. There is already speculation about Carrick’s future and whether he has a limited number of games in which to turn things around. Supporters also quickly noticed that former Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna, who spent five ye

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested six suspected members of a syndicate allegedly involved in diverting imported goods worth over N20 billion from the Apapa Port over the past 19 years. Two of the suspects, Jamiu Lateef and Abubakar Amadu, were alleged to be the leaders of the syndicate and reportedly own multiple trailers used for transportation. They are also said to have properties and investments in Niger Republic, the Republic of Benin and other places. The two suspects, reportedly

The Nigerian Army has commenced renovation and development works at its 11 Brigade headquarters in Gboko area of Benue State, as part of efforts to strengthen its operational presence in the state. General Officer Commanding (GOC), 5 Division, Nigerian Army, Major General Moses Gara, disclosed this during an operational visit to the brigade, where he inspected accommodation facilities and ongoing renovation works at the headquarters. Gara, who was accompanied by the Garrison Commander, 5 Divisio

Less than one week to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s promise of cheaper transport costs across Nigeria by October 1, there are strong indications that many states may not meet the deadline. Checks by our correspondents revealed that while some states are putting some structures in place to actualise the goal, nothing is happening in several other states. President Tinubu had said in late August that governors had agreed to take a series of measures to reduce the cost of transportation across the

For a country battling inadequate electricity supply and struggling to attract the massive capital required to expand generation, Nigeria’s victory in the long-running Mambilla arbitration case may represent more than the end of a costly legal dispute. With the International Chamber of Commerce tribunal in Paris dismissing Sunrise Power’s multibillion-dollar claims, attention is now shifting to whether the legal breakthrough can finally clear the way for one of Nigeria’s biggest hydro power ambi