An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) suspected to be planted by armed bandits along Bagega – Anka road, in Anka local government area of Zamfara state […]
Year: 2026
Dangote Refinery’s jet fuel exports hit 57 million barrels as airlines battle rising aviation costs
Analysts say Dangote Refinery’s rising jet fuel exports highlight Nigeria’s growing refining capacity, even as domestic airlines continue to grapple with high aviation fuel prices […]
Imumolen Defends Visit To Otti, Endorses Abia Governor For 2027
The National Chairman of the Accord Party, Chris Imumolen, has clarified that his recent visit to Alex Otti was solely to commend the governor’s performance, […]
FG Links 12.3 Million Nigerians’ NIN to National Social Register
The Federal Government has disclosed that more than 12.3 million Nigerians have now linked their National Identification Numbers (NIN) to the National Social Register (NSR) […]
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visits UAE, reviews bilateral ties and trilateral cooperation
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri paid an official visit to the United Arab Emirates on May 7, 2026, where he held meetings with senior leadership and […]
Abducted, Renamed, Married: How some Nigerian Christian Girls Vanish into Forced Nuptials
By Mike Odeh James and Ekani Olikita (Zaria) On the morning of March 9, 2026, 17-year-old Jinkai Yusuf Simon left her home in Kuregu, Zaria, Kaduna […]
Man arrested on suspicion of weapon possession after former Prince Andrew was threatened
3 min readLondonMay 7, 2026 11:33 PM IST A man has been arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon after reports that the former […]
Tornadoes cut across Mississippi as severe storms damage 500 homes
3 min readMississippiMay 7, 2026 11:28 PM IST Powerful storms that spawned at least three tornadoes tore through several Mississippi counties, damaging around 500 homes, […]
Border official and ex-Hong Kong chief guilty of spying for China
Bill Yuen and Peter Wai were convicted of spying for China in the UK (Image: CPS) A Border Force official and a retired Hong Kong […]
FG Targets 50,000 Youths for Digital Jobs, Others
Federal Government has intensified efforts to empower young Nigerians through strategic partnerships, digital skills development, and inclusive programmes aimed at creating sustainable employment opportunities nationwide. […]
Kwara trains 50 Nigerians in beekeeping under livestock scheme
The Kwara State Government has trained 50 Nigerians in modern beekeeping as part of efforts to expand livestock entrepreneurship and create new income opportunities for […]
UK border official and former Hong Kong cop convicted of assisting Chinese spy agency in Britain
4 min readLondonMay 7, 2026 11:24 PM IST A UK border official and former Hong Kong police officer were convicted Thursday of spying for China […]
Russia urges targeting of British Embassy in Kyiv in horror warning
Russian state TV issued a dramatic warning. (Image: Getty) Russian state TV has called for the British Embassy in Kyiv to be targeted as Vladimir […]
NECO@25: FG committed to maintaining affordable national examinations – Shettima
By Funmilayo Adeyemi Vice-President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to maintaining affordable national examinations while strengthening integrity, innovation and global competitiveness in […]
Images as Kadri Obafemi Hamzat Submits Nomination, Expression of Interest Forms at APC National H’quarters
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‘Bandits Know Our Plans Within Minutes’ — Katsina Gov Raises Alarm Over Moles in Security Agencies
Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State has raised fresh concerns over the growing activities of informants allegedly working with bandits in parts of the state, […]
Xenophobic Attacks: Nigeria Moves Evacuate Citizens From South Africa
Foreign Affairs Minister, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has said the Nigerian government cannot stand by and watch the systematic harassment and humiliation of its nationals residing in […]
Nigerian Billionaire Arrested Abroad Over Alleged Naira-Billions Drug Laundering
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested a suspected Nigerian billionaire, Amadi Simon, in Switzerland over his alleged involvement in a sprawling […]
UK to summon Chinese Ambassador after spying convictions
Britain will summon the Chinese ambassador following the conviction of two men for spying on behalf of Hong Kong and ultimately China, Security Minister Dan […]
‘Morale on ship is high’: Inside ‘hantavirus’ cruise ship where 3 died, others fell sick
3 min readMay 7, 2026 11:06 PM IST The cruise ship MV Hondius remains anchored off the Cape Verde coast, carrying nearly 150 passengers and […]