The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the conviction of 21 foreign nationals linked to a high-profile cybercrime syndicate uncovered in Abuja in November 2024. Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, said in a statement on Sunday that the syndicate was discovered during a coordinated raid in Jahi, Abuja, on November 3, 2024. Acting on credible […]
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has addressed public speculation surrounding the non-issuance of a Certificate of National Service to Corps Member Ushie Rita Uguamaye, stating that the decision was based on procedural grounds rather than political bias. According to NYSC, Rita is one of 131 corps members whose service years have been extended for […]
Chelsea capped off their pre-season campaign with an impressive 4–1 win over AC Milan at Stamford Bridge, lifting the VisitMalta Weekender trophy and heading into the Premier League season unbeaten. The match swung Chelsea’s way almost immediately. Just five minutes in, Milan’s Andrei Coubis headed the ball into his own net under pressure from the […]
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, has firmly refuted claims linking him to any alliance with opposition political parties. The former top government official, who once served as the deputy national chairman of the now-defunct Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), said he had no discussions or involvement with individuals working towards […]
Authorities in Mali have detained dozens of soldiers accused of planning to overthrow the ruling junta, security and political sources told AFP on Sunday. The arrests, which began three days earlier, were linked to what officials described as an attempt to “destabilise the institutions.” A Malian security source confirmed that at least 20 soldiers were […]
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, has emphasised that Nigeria’s progress depends on its ability to maintain national security. During an operational assessment visit to Kebbi State, Abubakar reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s (NAF) commitment to protecting lives and property across the country. “Nigeria must be secure for development to thrive. Protecting […]
Troops of the Nigerian Army have killed a notorious terrorist commander, Amirul Fiya, also known as Abu Nazir, and several of his fighters during a foiled attack in Balge Local Government Area of Borno State. Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Lt Col Appolonia Anele, said in a statement on Sunday that the operation on […]
The management of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) has strongly criticised the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over what it described as an unlawful invasion of its premises in the early hours of Sunday. According to the OOPL, the operation — which took place around 2 a.m. — disrupted a private gathering at […]
The management of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has stepped up efforts to locate Dorcas Oseghale, a 300-level student of Chemistry, who has been missing for four days. Dorcas, with matriculation number CHM/2021/165, was last seen on Thursday, August 7, after telling a friend she was going to buy food at the Students’ Village along […]
The Remi Tinubu Support Organisation (RETSO) has appointed prominent lawyer and political strategist, Yakubu Abdullahi Hussaini Ruba (SAN), as a National Trustee, entrusting him with the responsibility of spearheading grassroots enlightenment for First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s flagship Renewed Hope Initiative across Jigawa State and beyond. The First Lady’s initiative, which has so far disbursed […]
