THE Supreme Court has dismissed the appeal filed by the Taminu Turaki-led National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). News Point Nigeria reports that delivering the majority judgment on Thursday, Justice Stephen held that the national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, on November 15 and 16, last year, was in defiance of an existing judgment of the Federal High Court, delivered by Justice James Omotosho. The apex court berated the Turaki-led group for going on to another court of coordinate jurisdiction to secure an order, instead of going on appeal. It described the move as an abuse…
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VICE President Kashim Shettima has advised aspirants seeking tickets on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections not to destroy the party if they lose out during the primaries. News Point Nigeria reprots that in a piece titled, “2027: Don’t Pull Down the Roof,” the Vice President cautioned party members and aspirants against allowing political ambitions and internal disagreements to weaken the APC ahead of the elections. Shettima acknowledged that there would naturally be different aspirations, loyalists, zones of influence, political calculations and preferred outcomes within the party, but stressed that all members…
THE National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, has assured party members that the ADC will be on the ballot for all elections in 2027, despite ongoing legal challenges. News Point Nigeria reports that the former Senate President made the assurance on Wednesday night after receiving a briefing from the party’s legal team on the recent judgment of the Federal High Court in Abuja. Senator Mark dismissed concerns over the litigations involving the party and expressed strong confidence that the ADC would secure a favourable outcome in all pending cases. “You do not have anything to be…
PRESIDENT Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs following the resignation of Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, who stepped down from office to participate in the 2027 elections. According to a statement sent to News Point Nigeria by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy on Tuesday, Ambassador Odumegwu-Ojukwu, who previously served as Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, will now head the ministry as substantive minister. In the same vein, President Tinubu nominated Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye as the new Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, subject to…
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has approved the removal of Mr Saidu Mohammed as the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA. The President, in a statement sent to News Point Nigeria by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said the removal of Mohammed was “in the public interest.” According to the statement, President Tinubu approved the nomination of Mr Rabiu Abdullahi Umar as the new Chief Executive of the NMDPRA. The appointment is subject to Senate confirmation. “This decision, made pursuant to the Petroleum Industry Act 2021, is aimed at strengthening regulatory effectiveness in the midstream and downstream…
THE Supreme Court has fixed Thursday, April 30, for judgment in the leadership dispute rocking the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC), bringing to a climax a legal battle that has raised fears over the party’s participation in the 2027 general elections. News Point Nigeria reports that the apex court had earlier reserved judgment in the matter after hearing arguments from parties involved in the suit, a development that prompted the opposition party to petition the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), warning that time was no longer on its side. However, on Wednesday, the Supreme Court announced that judgment in the…
JUSTICE Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court Abuja, has barred the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising or participating in any congress organised by a disputed leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). News Point Nigeria reports that Justice Abdulmalik also restrained former Senate President David Mark and other party figures from interfering with the functions and tenure of elected state executives. The ruling followed an originating summons filed by Norman Obinna and six others on behalf of ADC state chairpersons and executive committees. They challenged the legality of actions taken by an interim national leadership. The plaintiffs…
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has written to the Senate, seeking the screening and subsequent confirmation of fifteen nominees to the board of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), including the President of the Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE) and Editor of Vanguard Newspapers, Mr. Eze Anaba, in a move aimed at strengthening the country’s human rights protection framework. News Point Nigeria reports that the request was formally conveyed in a letter read during plenary by the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio. According to the letter, the nominations are part of efforts to reconstitute the board of the commission in…
THE Presidency on Monday pushed back against what it described as false narratives suggesting that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has neglected the North West region, insisting that the administration has embarked on significant investments in infrastructure, transportation, health, and road development across the zone. News Point Nigeria reports that the rebuttal came during a pre-tour media briefing held in Abuja by the Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) ahead of a nationwide project showcase tour scheduled to commence in Kaduna and other states in the North West. At the briefing, the Presidency highlighted several ongoing projects in the region, including the $2…
THE Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has clarified that airline passengers are entitled to certain forms of support when flights are delayed or cancelled. The FCCPC stated that passengers should be provided with refreshments and airtime during prolonged delays, while accommodation and transportation may be offered in specific circumstances, particularly when flights are abruptly cancelled. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief monitored by News Point Nigeria, the FCCPC Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, explained that airlines have clear obligations to passengers experiencing delays. “If your flight is delayed, you are supposed to be given refreshments. After some…
AN Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) witness has told a Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja how a withdrawal of $6.23 million was allegedly made from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for a purported election monitoring exercise during the 2023 general elections under the leadership of former CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele. News Point Nigeria reports that testifying on Monday, Chinedu Eneanya, an Assistant Commander with the EFCC, said investigations revealed that the funds were removed from the CBN vault under the guise of paying foreign election observers. “The investigation revealed that $6.23 million was removed from…
JUSTICE Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has ordered an accelerated hearing in the trial of six suspects accused of plotting to overthrow the administration of Bola Tinubu. News Point Nigeria reports that the court fixed April 29, April 30, May 4, and May 5 for the commencement of trial proceedings, alongside the hearing of bail applications filed by the defendants. During the proceedings, the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, informed the court that the prosecution was ready to proceed and had witnesses available, subject to the convenience of the court. Counsel to the first…
THE Tijjaniyya Sufi Order has raised concerns over the continued detention and prosecution of one of its revered leaders, Sheikh Abdulkadir Sani Khalifa Zaria, describing the development as troubling and calling for adherence to the rule of law. In a Monday statement sent to News Point Nigeria and signed by Sheikh Ibrahim Shehu Maihula, National Vice Chairman of the Tijjaniya Shura Council of Nigeria, the group said it was compelled to speak on the matter following the prolonged detention of the cleric, who has spent nearly five months in custody. The Tijjaniyya Order, described as one of the largest Islamic…
THE Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has denied reports that it is selling scrap materials, equipment, or components from its refineries to individuals and private companies. In a statement sent to News Point Nigeria on Friday, titled ‘Fraudulent Claims on Sale of Refinery Scrap and Equipment’ issued by its Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Andy Odeh, in Abuja, described the circulating reports as misleading and false. “The Company wishes to categorically state that this information is untrue. NNPC Limited has not issued any request for bids, tenders, expressions of interest, or approvals for the sale of scrap materials, refinery components,…
FORMER Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, has declared his intention to contest the Katsina North Senatorial District seat in the 2027 general elections, even as he continues to stand trial over alleged corruption charges. News Point Nigeria reports that Sirika made the announcement on Friday at the All Progressives Congress (APC) secretariat in Katsina, where he disclosed that his decision to rejoin the race was influenced by persistent appeals from his supporters. According to the former minister, his focus, if elected, would be on improving the living conditions of people across the senatorial district. Sirika is no stranger to legislative…
THE Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has conferred its prestigious Fellowship on the Honourable Minister of State for Works, Rt. Hon. Bello Muhammad Goronyo, Esq., in recognition of his contributions to strategic communication, leadership, and national development. This was disclosed in a statement sent to News Point Nigeria by the Special Assistant (Media) to the Minister, Abdullahi Mohammed, who noted that the honour reflects Goronyo’s sustained efforts in promoting transparency, strengthening government–citizen engagement, and institutionalising effective communication in public service delivery. The Fellowship, conferred on Thursday, April 23, 2026, is one of the highest distinctions of the Institute, reserved…
THE Federal Government of Nigeria has approved a sweeping increase in peculiar allowances and other welfare benefits for civil servants, in a move aimed at improving take-home pay and boosting morale across the public service. News Point Nigeria reports that the announcement was made on Friday by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, during a press briefing in Abuja, where she outlined key reforms endorsed by the Federal Executive Council. According to Walson-Jack, the review affects workers under both the Consolidated Public Service Salary Structure (CONPSS) and the Consolidated Research and Allied Institutions Salary Structure…
A HIGHCourt in Lokoja has awarded N1billion in damages against Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, in a defamation suit filed by former Kogi governor, Yahaya Bello. The order is contained in the Certified True Copy of the judgement, dated April 23 on Friday in Lokoja. The court held that based on the preponderance of evidence or balance of probabilities, judgment was entered in favour of the claimant. Justice Justice A. S. Ibrahim, while delivering his judgement in the suit marked, “HCL/16/2023”, held that upon the conclusion of the suit, the two issues formulated for determination were resolved in favour of the claimant.…
THE Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cooperation with the European Union (EU) across critical sectors, including trade, security, education, and technology, as part of efforts to address emerging global challenges and promote sustainable development. According to a statement sent to News Point Nigeria by the Special Assistant on Communication and New Media to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Magnus Eze, the position was conveyed in the minister’s remarks at the 4th Dim Odumegwu Ojukwu Memorial Lecture. Odumegwu-Ojukwu made the remarks during the event where the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Mr. Gautier Mignot, delivered a guest…
TWELVE of the 416 victims abducted by Boko Haram insurgents in Ngoshe community, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, have escaped, leaving 404 others still in captivity. News Point Nigeria reports that the development comes shortly after the expiration of a 72-hour ultimatum issued by the terrorists to both the state and federal governments, during which they threatened to hold the captives indefinitely. The insurgents had also warned that any attempt by government forces to rescue the victims through military action would be resisted, adding that the captives would be moved to different locations. However, a source from Pulka…