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Benue State lawmakers are demanding Governor Hyacinth Alia review and boost pay for traditional rulers, arguing that current salaries don’t reflect their critical roles in peacekeeping, dispute resolution, and community development — and that better compensation would enhance their effectiveness and public standing. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount...

The House of Representatives erupted in chaos over a motion demanding President Bola Tinubu address budget delays, but Speaker Tajudeen Abbas shut it down—claiming the debate text didn’t match the original proposal, leaving fiscal frustrations unresolved but the showdown behind. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thed...

Security agents storm a family home in Ogbomoso at 12:30 AM on a Saturday, breaking fences and padlocks to search for Prince Adebayo Adeniyi — who wasn’t there. The father, Pa Adetunji, insists his gentle son, who reportedly worked for the government in Abuja, had no idea what he was accused of. The chaotic raid leaves questions unanswered — and everyone hoping this wild chase gets resolved soon....

Two suspected kidnappers were gunned down in a fiery shootout in Ilu-Abo, off the Akure-Owo Expressway, after police stormed the scene on a tip — leaving behind a homemade gun, live ammo, phones, masks, and ATM cards. The getaway crew, likely wounded, remains at large as the Anti-Kidnapping Squad investigates. Police urge the public to report anyone acting suspicious or showing signs of injury — s...

Former VP Atiku Abubakar blasts President Tinubu’s sudden move to investigate the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, calling it a reactive step to a seven-day ultimatum — not proactive governance. He questions the ICPC’s ability to investigate a government body it’s embedded in, demanding a truly independent probe. Abubakar highlights the administration’s contradictory stance — c...

Nigeria is in its toughest moment ever, economically and security-wise, as Dele Momodu warns that soaring living costs, spreading poverty, and rampant insecurity are crushing millions trying just to survive. He calls for urgent, bold government action to restore stability and hope before everyday Nigerians are pushed further into despair. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://...

CBN slams rejection of regular N100 notes, clarifying both old and centenary versions are still legal tender—anyone refusing them risks violating the CBN Act and undermining naira confidence. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report is...

World Cup quarter-finals are heating up—and so is the pressure on 17 players teetering on yellow card suspension. With just one more booking, they’re out for the semis. Teams like Morocco and England are especially vulnerable, as discipline becomes as crucial as skill. These players must stay calm, avoid fouls, and keep their heads—or risk watching their World Cup dreams vanish before they even re...

Former Port Harcourt Refining Company head Buba N. Mohammed faces ten serious EFCC charges for allegedly siphoning over 3.6 billion naira from NNPC between 2013 and 2014, using shell companies to launder funds—charges he firmly denies, setting the stage for a high-stakes legal battle that underscores Nigeria’s push for accountability in energy finance. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli P...

The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development is sounding the alarm: without enough vets and inspectors in key livestock markets, people could be eating sick meat — a serious public health threat. After finding rampant tsetse flies in Abia State, the ministry is demanding urgent action, especially at the massive Lokpanta Cattle Market, calling its current oversight a “dangerous political mistake.”...

Kwara State government reaffirms the Common Entrance Examination remains free for all students, emphasizing accessibility and commitment to educational equity. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View...

Trump’s ceasefire with Iran is officially off after Tehran struck ships in the Strait of Hormuz, sending oil prices soaring and global markets tumbling. U.S. strikes and Iranian retaliation have escalated tensions, while the U.S. revoked Iran’s oil export waiver—raising fears of a potential Strait blockade if oil hits $80 a barrel. Investors are rattled, especially in tech, as AI spending worries...

Lawyer Femi Falana blasts the EFCC for arresting Olusegun Adeyemi, father of a former provost, over his daughter’s alleged $25 million fraud — insisting there’s no evidence linking him to the crime and demanding either his immediate release or formal charges. He warns this arrest undermines due process and calls on the EFCC to act transparently or admit error — as the legal community watches close...

TETFund allegedly diverted 1.3 billion naira to PPRA — a move slammed by Senator Uche Ekwunife as illegal and wasteful — but Senate President Ahmad Lawan blocked immediate investigation, citing past budget approval. While the motion died, Lawan left the door open for future committee reviews, highlighting the tangled nature of government funding and the public’s right to know where education dolla...

Nigerian artist Brymo dropped a bombshell, claiming 2 Baba directly asked his wife Annie if she’d ever slept with him—allegedly in 2019 at an Lekki Phase One office. Brymo, who admits to his own past encounters with married women (often claiming they were separated), is now issuing a stark warning to younger artists: messing with married women can shorten your life. The explosive accusation has ig...

The Central Bank of Nigeria is cracking down on rumors that the standard hundred-naira note is no longer valid — both the regular and the centenary commemorative versions are still legal tender and must be accepted in all transactions. Misinformation has caused confusion, leading some to wrongly reject the everyday bill, which the CBN says is illegal and undermines public trust. The commemorative...

Katsina State is in turmoil after security analyst Usman Kurfi sparked outrage by accusing the state government of secretly funding bandits for a pilgrimage—claims the government denies. The police arrested Kurfi on a formal complaint from the Commissioner for Internal Security, transferring the case to court. While charges remain undisclosed, the incident underscores the volatile clash between pu...

A deadly rainstorm tore through Nghassi in Plateau State, destroying over 20 homes and farmlands, leaving families homeless and destitute—though thankfully no lives were lost. With livelihoods shattered and urgent needs for shelter and supplies mounting, community leaders are demanding immediate government and aid intervention. Shockingly, the state emergency agency initially claimed no knowledge...

Don’t panic—your hundred-naira note is still good! The Central Bank of Nigeria confirms it’s still legal tender and fully valid for all transactions. They’re urging everyone to ignore rumors and stay calm, as the currency remains stable and your money won’t lose value. Whether you’ve got stacks or just one, it’s still cash you can use anywhere. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: h...

Kaduna State is doubling down on farmer support by approving 6,000 metric tons of fertilizer—120,000 bags—targeted at smallholders, following previous massive distributions. Meanwhile, the state greenlights Phase 2 of township road projects in Zaria and Sabon Gari, with 11 contracts awarded to Mothercat and CGC Nigeria to upgrade critical infrastructure. In education, Kaduna becomes the first sub-...

The Senate just dropped a non-binding resolution urging the government to pause reintegration efforts for former Boko Haram members — but here’s the twist: it’s not legally enforceable. While the move signals political concern over accountability and public trust, the real power lies with the President, who ultimately oversees national security programs. Lawyer Justice Osai Ahiakwo warns that rein...

The African Democratic Congress is demanding an independent judicial panel—not the ICPC—to investigate the alleged Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council scandal, arguing the presidency can’t impartially probe itself. They want to verify if documents and appointments were forged or legitimate, insist key insiders like the Chief of Staff recuse themselves, and demand full public disclo...

Presco PLC is pouring in $150–200 million into Ogun State, betting big on its business climate, strategic location, and pro-investment policies — a move set to create thousands of jobs, turbocharge agriculture, and cement Ogun’s status as Nigeria’s top destination for agri-industrial growth. The company, covering everything from palm farming to consumer goods, sees Ogun as the perfect launchpad fo...

False claims of a feud between Ebonyi Governor Francis Nwifuru and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike are being fiercely denied by the state government, calling them political fabrications by PDP factions. The governor’s remarks at a Tinubu rally — where he warned against misinformation and legal consequences — were misinterpreted, with “consume” used metaphorically to mean facing the law. Officials stress...

Kano State’s Consumer Protection Council just pulled off a massive crackdown, seizing over 300 million naira worth of uncertified food and drinks—potentially dangerous products that could’ve seriously harmed public health. This isn’t just a raid; it’s part of a serious, coordinated push to shut down unsafe goods before they hit shelves, with heavy collaboration across agencies and a firm warning t...