Two Nigerians Detained in Pune Over Alleged Murder of Compatriot
Indian authorities have launched investigations into two separate incidents involving Nigerian nationals, including a fatal assault in Pune that has resulted in the detention of two suspects. Police in Kalepadal, an area in the eastern part of Pune, confirmed on Monday that two Nigerian men were apprehended for allegedly beating their 40-year-old friend to death. […]
Osun APC Chieftain Rallies Supporters Ahead of August Governorship Poll
A leading figure in the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, Dotun Babayemi, has intensified efforts to galvanize party faithful ahead of the state’s governorship election scheduled for August 16. Speaking on Thursday in Osogbo, the state capital, Babayemi appealed to members of his political platform, the Ireti Osun Movement, to close ranks and work […]
FG Does Not Pay Ransom to Kidnappers, Claims Defence Minister
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 […]
Amaechi Blames Opposition Weakness for Nigeria’s Electoral Challenges, Says Tinubu Not Invincible
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 […]
UK Immigration Crackdown Drives Undocumented Migrants into Hiding, Raising Humanitarian Concerns
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 […]
Tension Mounts in Edo Community as Kidnappers Threaten Hostages’ Lives
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 […]
OYSIEC Slates Oyo Local Government Elections for January 16, 2027
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 […]
ADC Reaffirms Internal Democracy Amid Debate Over 2027 Presidential Ticket
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 […]
Lagos Taskforce Debunks Allegations of Extortion, Defends Enforcement Procedures
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 […]
Nigerian Defence Academy Announces Shooting Competition, Issues Public Safety Notice
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 […]