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Tinubu Government Cannot Prove N33.75billion Cash Transfers Reached 3million Beneficiaries, Says Auditor-General Report
Sat, 05 Sep 2026 03:32:36 -0400
The report raised eight audit queries involving billions of naira and identified major weaknesses in the office’s financial controls.
EXCLUSIVE: ‘APC Leaders Tried To Obtain Tinubu’s U.S. Records Before 2022 Primaries’ –Ex-Army General Ali-Keffi
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:45:25 -0400
He said the individuals allegedly entered the NFIU director's office without authorisation and sent communications to US government agencies requesting information concerning Tinubu.
Ondo Leaves N4.73Billion Unspent For Two State Universities As Students Remain At Home Over Strike
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:30:08 -0400
The situation remained concerning in 2026, as both institutions recorded low budget implementation during the first six months of the year.
EXCLUSIVE: Court Remands Programmer After Accusing Imo Magistrate Of Protecting Pastor Over Alleged Affair With His Wife
Fri, 04 Sep 2026 06:49:55 -0400
His remand comes after weeks of detention following his arrest by police operatives in Abuja on August 20, 2026.
NEPC Workers Allege CEO Ayeni Reintroduced Abolished APER To Favour Loyalists In 2026 Promotions
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:08:17 -0400
Staff due for promotion were directed to "fill and submit the required numbers of APER forms to be assessed by their supervisors and use as inputs in scoring staff performances in the Performance Management Systems structure and template.”
‘When They Want To Deal With You, They Bring You To Eket And Hope You Die: Akwa Ibom Prison Officer Alleges Punishment Of Govt Critics
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:11:08 -0400
The allegation comes as at least 49 inmates at the centre were said to have been awaiting trial for more than 10 years.
Kebbi Council Chairman Tells Supporters To ‘Deal With’ Governor Idris’ Critics, Promises Bail For Those Arrested
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:49:56 -0400
Mandiya also appeared to encourage his supporters to confront anyone who criticised Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, while promising to secure the release of anyone arrested in connection with such confrontations.
BREAKING: Police Officers Deployed For Osun Election Remain Stranded Weeks After Poll, Complain Of Poor Welfare
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:38:06 -0400
According to the sources, some of the officers are being kept in camps under difficult conditions, with inadequate food and other basic welfare provisions.
EXCLUSIVE: Four Years After Deadly Herdsmen Attacks, Enugu’s Eha-Amufu Farm Settlements Remain Ghost Towns Amid Cattle Invasions
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:10:04 -0400
On August 19, an investigative team from SaharaReporters undertook a two-hour journey by commercial motorcycle deep into the agrarian heartland of Eha-Amufu in Isi-Uzo Local Government Area, Enugu State.
BREAKING: Osun Court Orders Immediate Transfer Of Tanfeani Case File To DPP Over 14-Year-Old’s Killing
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:54:16 -0400
The order followed an ex-parte application filed by the State in connection with the case involving Kareem, who was arrested by the police following the killing of 14-year-old Olapade Ezekiel in Ilobu, Osun State.
Influencer Interviews Local Resident Who Linked Bauchi Senator Shehu Buba To Banditry, Kingpin Dogo Gide Network
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 06:43:01 -0400
Hassan subsequently identified the senator as Shehu Buba Umar, who represents Bauchi South in the Senate.
BREAKING: Nigerian National Augustine Maazi Appears In Ghana Court Over Alleged Labone Bank Robbery Plot
Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:58:13 -0400
Maazi, who was previously remanded in police custody after being denied bail, was taken to court today, September 2, 2026.
EXCLUSIVE: Yobe Plans N20Billion For Airport, Markets, Consultancy As Two Out Of Every Three Children Remain Out Of School
Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:24:24 -0400
Data from Nigeria’s 2022 Multidimensional Poverty Index showed that about 730,000 children aged between six and 15 in Yobe were out of school, representing 62.9 per cent of the state’s school-age children.
Ebonyi Commissioner Accused Of Ordering Abduction, Stomping On Young Man’s Head Over Political Support For His Brother
Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:15:30 -0400
Narrating his ordeal in his native Izzi dialect, Madu explained that he was accosted by a four-man gang identified as Ikechukwu Egede, Emmanuel Nwambe, Okwy Nwambe, and Ogeje Kingsley.
EXCLUSIVE: How ‘FIFA Agent’ Pastor Collected N4.7Million From Family, Sent Nigerian Footballer To Egypt, Left Him Stranded
Tue, 01 Sep 2026 06:06:22 -0400
The transaction began after Abidemi sought help finding a way for her son to continue his education while pursuing a professional football career.
Bandits Abduct APC Chairman In Fresh Overnight Attack On Kano Community
Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:45:36 -0400
The attack reportedly occurred around 1am on Tuesday when the gunmen invaded the community and opened fire before heading to the APC chairman’s residence.
BREAKING: Lagos Court Bars Ajiran Murder Suspect Tajudden Akanbi From Filing Fresh Bail Application
Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:15:20 -0400
According to the certified true copy of the proceedings, all three defendants were absent from court.
BREAKING: Bandits Abduct Children Of Gurara TV CEO’s Brother-In-Law In Kaduna
Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:56:57 -0400
The attackers reportedly stormed the community under the cover of darkness on Sunday night before taking the children away and fleeing the area.
EXCLUSIVE: Taraba Govt Scholarship: Commissioner’s Son, Board Director’s Daughter Among 100 Selected For India Programme
Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:13:37 -0400
The two beneficiaries are Victor Mike Dio Jen, the son of the Taraba State Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Dr. Mike Dio Jen, and Zakariah Kwenjerimam Kurutsi, the daughter of the Director of Students at the Taraba State Scholarship Board.
2027: Northern Islamic Cleric Alleges N3Million Payments To 500 Clerics At Pro-Tinubu Meetings For Endorsement
Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:35:33 -0400
He claimed that about 500 clerics attended the gatherings and alleged that those who attended the Abuja meeting received N3 million each.
BREAKING: Kwara Farmer Hacked To Death By Suspected Bandits On Farm
Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:10:00 -0400
SaharaReporters gathered that the incident occurred on Monday morning when Dogo was reportedly on his way to his farm in the community.
EXCLUSIVE: Nigeria’s UDUS Students Pay Roughly N120m Medical Levy Annually, Yet Clinic Sends Them Outside For Basic Drugs, Tests
Mon, 31 Aug 2026 04:46:19 -0400
SaharaReporters' findings show that UDUS has more than 20,000 active students, meaning the N6,000 levy could translate to over N120 million in a single academic session, as all students are required to pay it.
SOWORE VS TINUBU’S DSS: The Trial, The Tracker & The Road To 2027 | SaharaTV Morning Show | 31st August, 2026
Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:39:10 -0400
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Edo Hotel CEO Accused Of Detaining Two Men For Two Weeks Over Video Of N4,700 Food Dispute, Demands N7.2Million
Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:33:11 -0400
The detainees, Usman Abdul Mumin and his friend, Mohammed Fahaas, have allegedly spent about two weeks in police custody and are facing a cyberbullying charge after Mumin posted a short video of the incident.
Borno Commissioner Threatens Opponents: ‘Follow Us And Enjoy Honey, Refuse And Be Flogged’
Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:24:15 -0400
The remarks have raised concerns over the language used by a serving government official, particularly amid allegations of intimidation, human rights abuses and the use of state institutions against young people in Borno State.
BREAKING: South Africa Police Hunt 41-Year-Old Nigerian Over 2022 Drug Trafficking Case
Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:13:58 -0400
SAPS said in a statement on Sunday that Abachi is wanted in connection with a case of drug possession and trafficking that was registered in April 2022.
BREAKING: South African Police Arrest Two Nigerians, Find Another Suspect Hiding In Car Boot, Seize N125m Drugs In Gqeberha
Sun, 30 Aug 2026 05:13:35 -0400
The two Nigerians were identified as 36-year-old Kelvin Ike and 52-year-old Okeke Joseph Sunday.
BREAKING: Fire Ravages Abuja’s Jabi Building Materials Market, Destroys Goods
Sun, 30 Aug 2026 04:09:35 -0400
The fire reportedly started in the early hours of Sunday, with an eyewitness recounting how traders and residents were alerted to the incident around 3 am.
How Police Misconduct, Corruption Destroy Nigerians’ Trust, Discourage Intelligence Sharing — Study
Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:04:59 -0400
The study identified corruption and police misconduct as major factors undermining public confidence in the NPF.
Controversy In University Of Abuja As Senior Lecturer Accuses HOD Of Brutal Assault
Sat, 29 Aug 2026 05:58:20 -0400
According to Ojoniyi, the incident occurred after he went to the HOD’s office following a request for him to see Agoma.
Nigeria Splashes N83.5Billion On Presidential Amnesty Programme In 9 Months Amid Billions Paid To Ex-Militants
Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:51:33 -0400
The expenditure, recorded under recurrent non-debt spending, represents a substantial portion of the N115 billion allocated to the Presidential Amnesty Programme for the full 2025 financial year.
Imo JTF Operatives Search Phones, Access Bank Accounts, Extort Money From Travellers, Youths
Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:44:03 -0400
The victims alleged that the operatives, who operate in mixed security uniforms and civilian clothing, often take youths away from the highway into bushes or abandoned structures before demanding money from them.
BREAKING: Kogi Police Say 11 NYSC Members Abducted On Way To Abuja Rescued, Four Others Still Missing
Fri, 28 Aug 2026 05:44:00 -0400
The confirmation came after SaharaReporters reported that 15 NYSC members were reportedly abducted by armed bandits while returning to Abuja after completing their orientation programme in Bayelsa State.
Kuje Council Chairman’s Aide Threatens Residents: ‘If You Won’t Vote Tinubu, APC Candidates, Kuje Is Not For You’
Fri, 28 Aug 2026 03:51:11 -0400
Tumaka issued the threat in a social media post on Tuesday, the same day Kuje Area Council Chairman, Samuel Danjuma Shekwolo, was reported to have warned residents to either support the APC or leave the area council.
NELFUND: Is Government Funding Education or Funding Debts? | SaharaTV Morning Show | 28th August, 2026
Fri, 28 Aug 2026 03:46:59 -0400
BREAKING: Abducted Kwara Monarch, Onigbesi Of Igbesi, Moses Oyinloye, Regains Freedom
Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:31:14 -0400
A source who spoke with SaharaReporters on Thursday confirmed that the monarch has been released by his abductors.
BREAKING: NLC General Secretary Emmanuel Ugboaja Dies At 60 After Prolonged Battle With Leukaemia
Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:15:54 -0400
Ugboaja reportedly died on Saturday, August 22, 2026, after a prolonged battle with leukaemia, according to sources close to the labour leader.
EXCLUSIVE: How Police Raided Ex-Niger Deputy Governor's Aide's Home At Midnight, Detained Him Despite Not Knowing His Offence
Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:34:47 -0400
According to the sources, Mu’azu-Obah was asleep at home with his family when they were suddenly awakened by loud banging on the door.
Boko Haram Faction Collected 90% Of Nigeria's Nearly $5.8Million Ransom Payments In One Year –Report
Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:13:26 -0400
By contrast, the entire diffuse population of bandits and unaffiliated kidnappers, responsible for 146 separate cases, collected only ₦719.4 million between them, or 9.2% of the national total.
BREAKING: Nigerian High Commission Media Coordinator In Ghana Resigns, Alleges Pressure To Keep Silent On N2Bn Allocation
Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:40:37 -0400
According to his resignation letter, a copy of which was shared with SaharaReporters by sources, Omon resigned with effect from August 27, 2026.
Nigeria Recorded 7,825 Kidnap Victims, 1,142 Deaths, N7.8Billion Ransom Paid In One Year –Report
Thu, 27 Aug 2026 04:26:22 -0400
Kidnap-related incidents, the report explains, are "security-force operations against kidnappers", a development that "brought about the deaths of at least 1,142 people."
PHOTOS: Faces Of 10 Nigerian Police Officers Who Fell Fighting Hundreds Of Bandits In Kebbi
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:39:42 -0400
The officers, attached to the 44 Police Mobile Force (PMF), Abuja, were killed on August 10, 2026, while on special duty in the area.
How 10 Nigerian Police Officers Fell Defending Kebbi Community From Hundreds Of Bandits On 250 Motorcycles –Report
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:52:09 -0400
According to the account, the attackers were estimated to have arrived on about 250 motorcycles, with each motorcycle allegedly carrying about three suspected bandits, many of them heavily armed.
EXCLUSIVE: Delta’s DDPA Official's Personal Account Linked To N1Billion Transactions Amid Disputed Reallocation Of Housing Plots
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:48:24 -0400
The development triggered a legal dispute after soldiers reportedly entered the property, pulled down its fence and gate and asserted ownership on behalf of Bravematt.
Osun Election: Nigerian Immigration Officers Accuse NIS Authorities Of Withholding N120million Special Duty Allowance
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:49:02 -0400
The source alleged that the Immigration authorities in Osun State received about N120million in connection with the election deployment, but that the officers who participated in the exercise were yet to receive their allowance.
Sowore Reveals SpyTec Tracker’s IMEI, Vows To Uncover DSS Operatives Behind Surveillance Device
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:41:26 -0400
He said he would continue investigating the device and its alleged connection to the Department of State Services (DSS) until those responsible for deploying it are identified.
Osun Election: NSCDC Personnel Lament Delay In Payment Of Special Duty Allowance
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:15:21 -0400
The personnel were deployed across the 30 local government areas of the state to provide security and support during the August 15 governorship electoral process.
Nigerian Lawmakers Hide N29.4Billion Nationwide Classroom, Hostel, ICT Projects In Enugu College Budget
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:56:36 -0400
The massive allocations are contained in the 2,790-page 2026 Appropriation Act obtained by SaharaReporters from the Budget Office of the Federation.
Sowore Alleges DSS Tracked His Movements In Port Harcourt, Says Device Found Under Security Vehicle
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 04:37:56 -0400
According to Sowore, the team decided to switch vehicles after becoming suspicious of the movements around them.
Akpabio Accused Of Frustrating Creation Of Proceeds Of Crime Agency After Senate Rescinds Bill
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 04:08:47 -0400
The Bill, sponsored by Senator Idiat Adebule, representing Lagos West, had passed through first and second readings, committee scrutiny, a public hearing, consideration by the Committee of the Whole, approval of all 51 clauses and third reading before the Senate Leader, Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, representing Ekiti Central, moved the motion for its rescission.
