governance

The EFCC has detained former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai over alleged N432 billion corruption and cybercrime charges, while the ICPC launches tracking of N21.6 billion in federal projects across Sokoto State.

The Nigerian Bar Association and ECOWAS Court demand stricter compliance with judicial rulings, while the Federal Judicial Service Commission approves a new acting chief registrar amid ongoing institutional reforms.

Nigeria's decision to reverse a ban on sachet alcohol has drawn sharp criticism from health professionals, while international bodies warn of mounting climate risks requiring urgent policy action across developing nations.

Traditional rulers and state governors grapple with mounting governance challenges as calls intensify for imprisoned separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu's release while deadly violence prompts emergency measures in southeastern states.

The deterioration of Nigeria's most prominent political friendship reveals deeper fractures in the country's governance, as calls grow for judicial rather than political resolution of allegations against the former Kaduna governor.

Governor Dauda Lawal criticizes military and police for failing to act on real-time bandit intelligence in Zamfara, while Kano's governor defends his controversial defection to the ruling APC, citing strategic governance needs.

Commentary from across the continent highlights growing demands for accountability in public office, with analysts pointing to technology adoption and institutional strengthening as critical reforms amid concerns over corruption and weakening rule of law.