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The Federal Government has reaffirmed its long-standing policy of refusing to negotiate financially with kidnappers and terrorist groups, insisting that ransom payments only worsen insecurity across the country. Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (retd), made the clarification during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he outlined the government’s approach to tackling abductions and violent […]
Former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi has faulted Nigeria’s opposition parties for the country’s persistent electoral difficulties, arguing that their internal weaknesses, rather than the strength of the ruling government, remain the major obstacle to political change. Amaechi made the remarks while speaking at a public lecture, insisting that President Bola Tinubu’s political dominance should […]
A tightening of immigration enforcement in the United Kingdom has created growing anxiety among undocumented migrants, with some resorting to desperate measures to avoid arrest and deportation. In 2025, the British government introduced a sweeping immigration strategy known as the “Plan for Change.” The policy, aimed at reducing net migration and strengthening border controls, led […]
Residents of Imoga community in Akoko Edo Local Government Area of Edo State are gripped by fear and uncertainty following threats by gunmen to kill some of the eight persons abducted earlier this month. The victims were kidnapped on January 9 at the Star Boy Hotel along Ibillo Road, an incident that has since thrown […]
The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission has announced that local government elections across the state will take place on January 16, 2027. The Commission has also pledged to ensure that the exercise is conducted in a manner that is open, credible and peaceful. The election date was approved during the first official meeting between the […]
The African Democratic Congress has moved to dispel growing speculation that its platform is being reserved for any particular aspirant ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Speaking on Friday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, insisted that the ADC remains an open and democratic platform where […]
The Lagos State Taskforce has strongly refuted accusations circulating on social media that its officials engage in extortion, illegal resale of impounded motorcycles, and excessive use of force during operations. In a statement released on Friday, the agency described the claims as false and misleading, insisting that all its activities are carried out in strict […]
The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has alerted residents of several communities in Kaduna State to a planned military exercise scheduled to take place on Saturday. The activity, described as a Brigade Inter-Battalion Shooting Competition, will involve cadets of the 73 Regular Course Army. The announcement was made on Friday through a statement released by the […]
Stage Explosion Kills Crew Member on Set A special effects artist, James Akaie, has tragically lost his life following an explosion on a film set in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The incident was confirmed by the film’s producer and director, James Abinibi, who described the event as a profound sorrow for the entire production […]
Police Arrest 20 Suspects, Recover 24,000 illicit Drug Pills in Jigwa The Jigawa State Police Command have arrested 20 suspects and recovered 24,000 illicit drug pills during a series of intelligence-led operations across the state. The command’s spokesperson, SP Shi’isu Adam, confirmed the arrests on Friday, noting that the breakthroughs were […]
