Daily Query

The liberal, independent, newspaper devoted to fair, balanced, and progressive ideas on Nigerian, African, and global affairs.

EFCC recovers ₦38.66 billion in massive refinery maintenance fraud crackdown

​The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered ₦38.66 billion in cash and assets linked to high-level corruption within public refinery maintenance contracts, under the leadership of the agency’s Executive Chairman, Ola Olukoyede. The landmark recovery follows a months-long, covert investigation
June 29, 2026

Africa’s World Cup Revolution: A new era of global competitiveness

For decades, African football pursued global relevance through isolated achievements rather than sustained collective success. From Egypt’s pioneering appearance in 1934, Africa has evolved into one of world football’s fastest-growing regions. The continent’s progress reflects decades of investment, improved coaching, stronger domestic
June 29, 2026

Kwara Governor sacks private Secretary over controversial succession comments

​Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has terminated the appointment of his Principal Private Secretary (PPS), Mr. Oloyin Abdullateef, following a public dispute over the state’s 2027 gubernatorial succession. ​The dismissal comes weeks after Abdullateef openly criticized alleged political maneuvers within the administration.
June 29, 2026

Nigeria cannot survive without accountable leadership, citizens’ responsibility – Ex-presidential aspirant

By Ijeoma Agbafo Mrs Abisayo Busari-Akinnadeju, a former presidential aspirant of the Democratic Leadership Alliance (DLA), has said Nigeria cannot survive its current challenges without citizens holding leaders accountable and fulfilling their civic responsibilities. Busari-Akinnadeju said this in a statement made available
June 29, 2026