The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has approved the redeployment of 19 generals as part of efforts to enhance operational effectiveness, strengthen national […]
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Police Deny Pastor’s Arrest in Oriire Schoolchildren Abduction
The Oyo State Police Command has dismissed reports circulating on social media alleging the arrest of a pastor in connection with the abduction of students […]
DSS Releases, Compensates Man Wrongfully Arrested Over Alleged Links With Boko Haram
The Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi, has ordered the immediate release of a man wrongfully linked to Boko Haram […]
“Education And Poverty Alleviation Best Way To Fight Insecurity” — Sheikh Gumi Says Military Force Alone Cannot End Banditry
Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has said that education and poverty alleviation remain the best ways to tackle insecurity in Nigeria. Gumi stated this in […]
'A living system': Skopje mayor looks to Israeli cities for lessons in handling crises
For most visitors, Israel is viewed through the prism of geopolitics and eternal conflict. For Orce Gjorgjievski, it is also like a classroom. The mayor […]
UK says it will open new sponsorship routes for eligible refugees
Britain’s government said it will open safe, legal routes for eligible refugees, while also changing human rights laws to make it easier to deport people […]
Burkina Faso Severs Diplomatic Ties With France, Cites ‘Neo-Colonial Ambitions’
The Government of Burkina Faso has announced the immediate break in diplomatic relations with the French Republic, describing the move as a response to what […]
Tinubu Appoints Namdas BCDA DG, Reappoints Umeoji at NDPHC
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Abdulrazak Sa’ad Namdas as the new Director General of the Border Communities Development Agency (BCDA), and named Patrick Obahiagbon […]
Release Sowore And Hausa Activist Maisango
By Farooq Kperogi WHEN I chose to visit Nigeria in 2023 after seven years of staying away, family and friends cautioned that the change of […]
“Send Me Money To Come To Nigeria For DNA Test” — Kenyan Woman Tells Cubana Chiefpriest Amid Paternity Dispute
Kenyan socialite, Hellen Atti, has challenged Nigerian businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chiefpriest, to send her money to travel to Nigeria […]
Sanwo-Olu Takes Part in Cleanup as Lagos Ramps Up Waste Evacuation
Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has intensified emergency waste evacuation operations across Lagos and personally joined cleanup efforts to tackle mounting refuse heaps across […]
Army Names New Commanders in Senior Officers’ Reshuffle
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved a sweeping reorganisation of senior officers across key formations, training institutions, and strategic […]
“Data-Driven Health System” — Tinubu Creates NHTDAO, Appoints Obi Adigwe Pioneer Coordinator
President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of the National Health Technology and Data Analytics Office and appointed Obi Adigwe as its pioneer National Coordinator. […]
“Police Are On Top Of The Situation” — Benue MACBAN Chairman, Associate Killed In Otukpo Ambush After Peace Meeting
The Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Benue State, Ardo Risku Muhammad, has reportedly been killed by unidentified gunmen […]
“INEC Yet To Receive 2027 Election Funds” — Commission Plans Mock Presidential Poll To Test BVAS, IReV Ahead Of General Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission has said it is yet to receive budgetary allocations for the conduct of the 2027 general elections. INEC National Commissioner […]
Tinubu Appoints Namdas As BCDA DG, Names Obahiagbon, Umeoji NDPHC Executive Directors
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Abdulrazak Sa’ad Namdas as the new Director General of the Border Communities Development Agency. Namdas, a former member of the […]
“Never Again Should Brigandage Take Place In Osun” — IGP Orders Crackdown On Political Killings, Violence Ahead Of Polls
The Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, has ordered immediate end to political killings and violence in Osun State. Deputy Inspector General, DIG Adegoke Fayoade, […]
Soludo Declares State Of Emergency On Blocked Waterways, Sand Mining As Anambra Moves To Make Communities Fourth Tier Of Govt
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has declared a state of emergency on the obstruction of waterways, blocked drainage channels and indiscriminate sand mining across […]
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Spotted With Ex-Nigerian Goalkeeper Emmanuel Babayaro in Abuja [Photos]
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, was spotted with former Nigerian international goalkeeper Emmanuel Babayaro during the official commissioning of the […]
Tinubu Appoints Namdas BCDA DG, Obahiagbon, Umeoji NDPHC Directors
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Abdulrazak Sa’ad Namdas as the new Director General of the Border Communities Development Agency (BCDA), and named Patrick Obahiagbon […]