Nigerian Air Force strike neutralises ‘scores of bandits’ in Zamfara-Kebbi axis
Nigerian Air Force strikes have reportedly neutralised scores of terrorists advancing from Zamfara State towards Kebbi State to attack communities.
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Muslim cleric Jingir’s Muslim-Muslim ticket outburst sparks outrage
The raging debate over the Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket has taken a fresh and controversial turn following remarks by Islamic scholar and Chairman of the Council of Scholars of the Izala Movement Worldwide, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir.
“We will preach in buses … everywhere” – PFN dares NASS
The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria has, through its National President, Bishop Wale Oke, has blasted the National Assembly for proposing a law to ban preaching in commercial buses, declaring that Christians will continue to preach regardless of any contrary law.
Prohibition of preaching in buses: Bishop Oke doubles down
The National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Wale Oke, has reaffirmed the resolve of Christians to defy any law prohibiting preaching in commercial buses. Please click on the link to read more.
Nigerian Lawyers Barred From Using ‘Barrister’ Title The Frontier | July 31, 2026 | 2-minute read All Nigerian lawyers, court registrars, and other officials must immediately cease using the title “Barrister” in dealings with the Supreme Court of Nigeria. In a memo dated July 13, 2026, Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court Kabir E. Akanbi directed compliance with this new policy. The decision, made at the direction of Chief Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, applies to all litigation staff, legal practitioners, court registrars, and lawyers engaged in official business with the apex court. The Chief Justice ruled that using “Barrister” as a prefix is inconsistent with the professional standards expected at the nation’s highest court. What the Directive Says The memo stated: “I am directed by the Honourable the Chief Justice of Nigeria to notify all Litigation Staff, Legal Practitioners, Court Registrars, and Lawyers that the use of the title ‘Barrister’ as a prefix to names is inappropriate and inconsistent with the standards of professionalism expected within the Supreme Court of Nigeria.” Effective immediately, lawyers must discontinue the title in official correspondence, court records, legal documents, identity materials, and all other official engagements with the Supreme Court. Department heads are responsible for ensuring compliance among their staff. Context In Nigerian legal practice, “Barrister” traditionally describes lawyers qualified to appear before superior courts. Lawyers are enrolled as Barristers and Solicitors of the Supreme Court after being called to the Bar—a professional designation rather than a compulsory official title. Many legal practitioners voluntarily adopt the prefix in correspondence and public engagements, while others use only their names alongside professional or academic qualifications such as SAN, PhD, or other recognised distinctions. Expected Impact The directive aims to standardise official documentation within the Supreme Court and ensure uniform compliance by lawyers and court personnel. It represents one of several administrative measures introduced under Justice Kekere-Ekun’s leadership and underscores the judiciary’s emphasis on professional conduct in official communications.
The Nigerian Supreme Court has barred all Nigerian lawyers, court registrars, and other officials from continued use of ‘Barrister’ as a title in their dealings with the apex court. This is likely to apply to all courts where lawyers practise in the country. Please, click the link to read more.
Nigerian Army appoints GOCs for new divisions as operations begin
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has appointed General Officers Commanding (GOCs) for the newly established Army divisions following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval of the new formations to strengthen the Nigerian Army’s operational capacity. Please, click the link to read more.
Mbo rues underdevelopment despite oil contributions to national economy
The Mbo people of Akwa Ibom State have decried the poor level of development in their area despite being major contributors to Nigeria’s oil-dependent economy. Please click the link to read more.
Police detain its 4 officers for allegedly extorting ICPC chairman
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arrested and detained four of its officers for allegedly extorting N53,000 from the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, Dr Musa Aliyu, during an illegal stop-and-search operation in Abuja.
Syndrome: Why a resource-rich nation remains underdeveloped
Our challenge has never been a lack of resources or human capital. Rather, it has been our inability to manage those resources effectively and consistently in the national interest. Please click the link to read more.
Gov Eno unveils new flood, drainage master plan
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to address perennial flooding in the State, announcing plans to develop a new flood and drainage master plan, establish a specialised environmental task force, enforce monthly sanitation exercises and demolish all structures obstructing natural drainage channels. Please click the link to read more.