Former Chief of Staff to ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo, General Abdullahi Mohammed (rtd.), is dead. He reportedly passed away in the early hours of Wednesday at his residence in Abuja at the age of 86. Born in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, General Mohammed was a respected military officer, public administrator, and statesman who served […]
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has approved a new law prescribing a 10-year prison term for anyone who forcefully or violently invades government-owned property, in a move aimed at curbing illegal land occupations and protecting public assets. The governor also assented to a separate provision imposing a five-year jail term on anyone found guilty […]
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have successfully repelled a coordinated attack launched by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on their base in Mallam Fatori, Borno State. According to military sources, the insurgents attempted to breach the defensive lines of the army formation in the early hours of Wednesday, […]
The Department of State Services (DSS) says Nigeria is tightening the legal noose around high-profile terrorism suspects linked to several deadly attacks across the country, as multiple trials continue before the Federal High Court in Abuja. Among those facing prosecution are two notorious leaders of the Jama’atu Ansarul Muslimina fi-Biladis Sudan, also known as ANSARU, […]
The Federal Government has unveiled a new digital platform designed to enhance transparency, accountability, and data-driven decision-making across Nigeria’s higher education system. The initiative, known as the Federal Government Tertiary Institution Governance and Transparency Platform (FTIGTP), was officially launched on Tuesday by the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, and the Minister of State for […]
The Igbo Political Network (IPN) has joined growing calls for the immediate release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, accusing some Igbo leaders of deliberately frustrating efforts to secure his freedom. Addressing journalists in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State capital, on Monday, IPN President Chief Okemiri said it was unjust […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared its readiness for Saturday’s Anambra State governorship election, affirming that all logistical and operational preparations have been concluded to ensure a credible, peaceful, and transparent process. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, gave the assurance on Tuesday during a stakeholders’ meeting at the Dora Akunyili Women Development Centre […]
Pope Leo XIV has called for restraint and dialogue in response to growing US military activity in the Caribbean, warning that “violence will not bring victory” amid escalating tension between Washington and Caracas. Speaking briefly to reporters outside his Castel Gandolfo residence on Tuesday, the pontiff said while nations have the right to defend peace, […]
Tottenham Hotspur bounced back to winning ways in emphatic manner on Tuesday night as Dutch defender, Micky van de Ven delivered a breathtaking solo goal to cap a 4–0 victory over Copenhagen in their Champions League clash in north London. Van de Ven, who faced criticism alongside Djed Spence for walking off without applauding fans […]
