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Prominent human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, led a charged Democracy Day protest in Lagos on Friday, issuing a blistering ultimatum to the Federal Government over the worsening insecurity in the country. Speaking at the Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Park, Falana specifically demanded the immediate and unconditional rescue of dozens of school children recently abducted […]
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has praised the country’s joint security forces following the discovery and seizure of a substantial cache of weapons belonging to the Eastern Security Network (ESN), the armed wing of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The operation, a coordinated effort between the Department of State Services (DSS), […]
A major diplomatic breakthrough appears imminent in West Asia as Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced today that the United States and Iran have officially settled on a “final, agreed-upon text” for a peace deal aimed at ending their months-long conflict. Pakistan has been acting as a primary mediator in the war, which broke out […]
The Edo State Government has announced that schools temporarily closed due to security concerns will reopen on Monday, June 15, 2026. This decision brings relief to students, teachers, and parents in the affected areas. The move follows a careful check of the security situation in the state. Governor Monday Okpebholo had earlier ordered the temporary […]
Personnel from the newly formed private security outfit, Iru Ekun Security Network, have reportedly arrested two suspected kidnappers and successfully rescued their victims during an operation in Osun State. The security breakthrough comes on the heels of the security firm’s recent proposals to expand its grassroots footprint and collaborate with state governments across the South-West […]
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for greater recognition of Africa as an equal partner in global affairs, emphasizing the need for the continent to play a more central role in discussions on trade, governance, innovation and sustainable development. Obi made the call following a meeting with Alex Vines, Director of the […]
PRESS RELEASE June 12, 2026 DEMOCRACY DAY: TINUBU’S REFORMS TICK ALL BOXES, SAYS BAT-IG The Bola Ahmed Tinubu Ideological Group (BAT-IG) joins millions of Nigerians in celebrating the 2026 Democracy Day and commends President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for demonstrating uncommon courage and commitment in addressing long-standing national challenges through bold reforms and institutional strengthening. As […]
A Magistrate Court in Nomandland, Kano, has ordered the remand of a woman named Yasmin Shehu in a correctional facility. She is facing allegations of killing her boyfriend following a dispute that reportedly started over a phone charger. The court’s decision came as police continue their investigation into the incident. According to initial reports, the […]
President Donald Trump plans to celebrate his 80th birthday by hosting a major UFC cage fight tournament on the White House South Lawn. A giant arena called “The Claw” has been built for Sunday’s event, which will feature 14 Ultimate Fighting Championship contestants. The $60 million “UFC Freedom 250” event is also meant to kick […]
The Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, has warned that current heatwaves pose a serious challenge to maintaining drug potency. She spoke during an institute anniversary at the University of Ibadan’s College of Medicine. Adeyeye, represented by Inkem Ifudu, said protecting active pharmaceutical ingredients is now a front-burner issue. Adeyeye explained that heat stress acts […]
