Author: Citynews

The Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Federal Government is considering the reintroduction of a stricter cashless policy as part of renewed efforts to curb kidnapping and other violent crimes across the country. According to Leadership, security sources said the proposal is being reviewed alongside intensified military and intelligence operations aimed at dismantling kidnapping syndicates and cutting off their financial lifelines. Top security officials disclosed that the renewed cashless framework is intended to make ransom payments more traceable and reduce the ease with which criminal groups move money through cash-based transactions. One of the sources said kidnappers deliberately demand cash payments to avoid detection by…

The Osun State chapter of Accord has declined an invitation to a meeting convened by the state Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Gotan. The party has also insisted that it would not engage with the police until those responsible for alleged attacks and killings of its members were arrested. The party announced its decision in a statement issued on Monday by its state chairman, Pastor Victor Akande, who also accused the Osun State Police Command of failing to act on a series of violent attacks on Accord members and sympathisers across the state. According to Akande, “The police invited members of the party’s…

On Monday, the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the remand of human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, at the Kuje Correctional Centre. Sowore will remain in custody until Wednesday, June 24, 2026, when legal proceedings are scheduled to resume. The detention stems from a two-count cybercrime charge filed by the Department of State Services (DSS), which accuses Sowore of cyberstalking and criminal defamation after he labeled President Bola Tinubu a “criminal” in an August 2025 social media post. In August 2025, Sowore posts on X and Facebook, calling President Tinubu a “criminal” over statements made during a trip to Brazil.…

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has denied claims that his principal promised to provide 24-hour electricity for Nigerians during the 2023 presidential campaign. According to Onanuga, the claims that Tinubu promised Nigerians 24-hour electricity during the 2023 election campaign are a misrepresentation of his words. CityNews reports that Onanuga offered the clarification in a statement on Monday, 22nd June, as part of his response to calls by the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, for Tinubu to resign from office over worsening security and economic conditions in Nigeria. Obi said that, as an example of…

The United States Mission in Nigeria has issued a fresh warning to Nigerians travelling to America, urging them to strictly obey all visa rules and immigration regulations to avoid penalties that could affect future travel opportunities. The warning comes as U.S. authorities continue tightening immigration enforcement, particularly against visa overstays and other forms of non-compliance involving foreign nationals, including Nigerians. In a message shared on its official X account, the U.S. Mission stressed that compliance with visa conditions remains critical for Nigerians seeking to study, work, or visit the United States. “Staying compliant with U.S. immigration laws isn’t just the…

Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has said that they will teach Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State a political lesson. Fayose said this during an interview on Channels Television. According to him, Makinde has stolen the land of the deities, warning that the deities will retrieve their land from him. “We will teach Makinde a political lesson. If you respect me, you will get all my values and support, but if you disrespect me, you will get the downside of Fayose. I’m not a politician that is taken for granted. “Makinde destroyed the South West Peoples Democratic Party,…

Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has declared that his group is ready for either negotiation or war with the government. This follows recent attacks on security forces in parts of Sokoto and Zamfara states. In a recent video, the wanted kingpin claimed responsibility for the ambushes while stating that his fighters are open to peace talks if the government chooses dialogue, but remain fully prepared for armed confrontation if force continues. In the video, which is dated June 20, 2026, Turji appeared alongside armed men in military uniforms and explained that his group launched the attacks to fight back against…

Sir Kier Starner has resigned as UK Prime Minister. British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has officially resigned as Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party. He announced his departure in a statement outside 10 Downing Street, citing the need to prioritize his family and promising full support for his successor. He says every decision he has made in office has been about “putting the country I love first” Starmer thanks his “fantastic wife, Vic”, describing her as a “rock”. He also says he wants to be the “best dad I can to my beautiful children, who…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) have directed telecommunications companies to obtain regulatory approval before making significant changes in their ownership structures. In a statement jointly signed by NCC Director of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha, and CAC Head of Public Affairs, Rasheed Mahe, on Sunday, both agencies warned that any proposed transfer of ownership or control of shares in an NCC-licensed company amounting to 10 per cent or more of its total share capital must be accompanied with a Letter of No Objection from the NCC before CAC can effect such changes. According to the statement, the requirement…

The local council chairman in Igbope, Oorelope Local Government Area of Oyo State and the Oyo State Police Command have both dismissed reports suggesting that the victims who were abducted had been freed. This rebuttal comes after a video circulating on social media on Saturday showing large crowds of residents singing and dancing with Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho. The jubilation was described as a celebration of the release of the victims, a woman, her children, and a sibling. They were said to be released following Igboho’s issuance of a two-hour ultimatum to suspected kidnappers…