The Western Nigeria Security Network, Amotekun Corps in Ondo State, has arrested the suspected killer of Mr. Nelson Adepoyigi, All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman in Ward 5, Ose Local Government Area of the state. The suspect was paraded alongside 31 other individuals arrested for various crimes across the state....
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Get ready for the most anticipated Nollywood film of the year! “Freedom Way,” a star-studded action drama, is set to hit cinemas across Nigeria on July 18. The film’s producer, Blessing Uzzi, announced the release date in a post on her Instagram page. “Freedom Way” tells the story of...
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has warned that hunger and poverty are no longer mere social challenges but have become national security threats in Nigeria. CDS Musa made this known at the opening of the 14th National Security Seminar organised by the Alumni Association of...
Most Nigerian civil servants lack the requisite 21st-century skills required for effective service delivery, according to Mrs. Didi Walson-Jack, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF). Walson-Jack made this known at the opening of a two-day study tour for heads of service from all 36 states in...
Britain’s King Charles III welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to Windsor Castle for an audience and lunch, amidst ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia. The meeting comes as Zelensky seeks to rally international support for Ukraine’s defense efforts ahead of a NATO summit in The Hague. During their meeting,...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has set an ambitious revenue target of N1.28 trillion for 2025, representing a 40% increase from the N894.8 billion it realized in 2024. NPA Managing Director Abubakar Dantsoho revealed this during the 2025 budget defense session at the House of...
A Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the contempt proceeding against Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Olayemi Cardoso until June 30, due to the absence of key lawyers. The suit was filed by Melrose General Services Limited, which claims the CBN and its officials have not fully...
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has recovered over N20 billion and other properties from corrupt individuals in 2024. ICPC Chairman Dr. Musa Aliyu disclosed this during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the sidelines of a Conference of State Attorneys-General...
Russian President Vladimir Putin has strongly condemned the recent US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, calling them “absolutely unprovoked aggression” with “no basis and no justification”. Putin made these remarks during a meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi in Moscow, just two days after US President Donald Trump...
By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja- The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire & Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced a recruitment drive for suitably qualified Nigerians to join its paramilitary services. The Secretary of the Board, AM Jibril disclosed this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. According to the statement, interested...
Iran has threatened to activate terrorist sleeper cells in the United States (U.S), NBC News reported, citing unnamed sources. The warning came days before the US attacked three Iranian nuclear sites in Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan on Sunday. US President Donald Trump reportedly received a communiqué last week, via...
By THOMAS AKASE, Makurdi – A chilling incident of kidnapping unfolded on Sunday evening in Benue State, when gunmen hijacked a Benue Links Nigeria Ltd bus and abducted its passengers. The bus, with registration number 14B-143BN, was traveling from Abeokuta to Makurdi when it was ambushed by armed kidnappers...
By DANJUMA JOSEPH, Lafia – Speaker, Nasarawa State House of Assembly (NSHA), Rt. Hon. Dr. Danladi Jatau, has announced his intention not to seek re-election for a fourth term in the State Assembly in 2027. Hon Jatau, made this known during an exclusive interview with journalists at his residence...
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has warned the US of retaliation after airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, stating that the US must “receive the response to its aggression”. During a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron, Pezeshkian emphasized Iran’s commitment to diplomacy with Europe while insisting the US be...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- Manchester City thrashed Al Ain 6-0 in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, securing their spot in the knockout stages. The match, played at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, saw City dominate proceedings from start to finish. Ilkay Gundogan scored twice, netting in the...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, visited Malam-Factori, headquarters of Abadam Local Government, on Sunday, engaging directly with soldiers and returnees. The visit was aimed at encouraging the military in their effort to restore normalcy and build community resilience. Malam-Fatori is a border community...
By DANJUMA JOSEPH, Lafia– My recent visit to Ganawuri in Riyom local government area of Plateau State, was an eye opener into the rich cultural heritage of Nigeria’s diverse communities. One aspect that particularly stood out was the local cuisine, specifically the tradition of consuming donkey meat, a practice...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday in Abuja, handed over the chairmanship of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government to President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone, expressing confidence in the region’s continued path toward peace, stability, and prosperity. The ECOWAS Authority’s...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- The Presidency has responded to claims by former Governor Sule Lamido that President Bola Tinubu supported the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election. Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga, in a statement on Sunday in Abuja, said Lamido’s allegations are “patently false” and represent a...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep concern over the slow pace of activating the ECOWAS Standby Force and urged West African leaders to move swiftly from concept to reality in the collective fight against terrorism and transnational crimes. President Tinubu raised the concern in...