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 […]
Army Repels Terrorist Attacks in Adamawa, Bornu Troops from Operation Hadin Kai successfully repelled two coordinated terrorist attacks in Adamawa and Borno states. The Nigerian Army demonstrated high levels of professionalism and superior combat capability, ensuring the safety of the region without losing any personnel or equipment during the primary engagements. […]
Makinde Visits Oyo Park over Killings, Announces Compensation for Victim’s Families Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has visited the Old Oyo National Park in the Oloka village area to commiserate with the community following a deadly attack by suspected bandits. During the visit, the governor confirmed the tragic killing of forest guards […]
Lagos APC Justifies FG’s $9m Lobby Deal, Slams Opposition The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has defended the Federal Government’s decision to approve a $9 million contract for lobbying services in the United States. The deal, involving the U.S. firm DCI Group, aims to communicate the government’s efforts […]
Shettima Lands in Guinea for President Doumbouya’s Inauguration Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Conakry, Guinea, to represent President Bola Tinubu at the inauguration of President Mamadi Doumbouya. The ceremony is scheduled to take place on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the General Lansana Conté Stadium in Nongo. His presence at […]
103-Year-old Woman Dies as Fire Guts Lagos Building A devastating fire at a residential property on Bola Street in Oyingbo, Lagos, has claimed the life of a 103-year-old woman. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) was alerted to the crisis around noon on Friday, January 16, 2026, and immediately mobilized to […]
Oyo Alerts Pensioners of Gratuity Extortion Cartel The Oyo State Government has issued a serious warning to pensioners regarding a criminal cartel operating within the civil service. This group is reportedly extorting retirees by posing as government officials and demanding between 5% and 10% of their gratuity payments under the guise […]
Osun PDP Rejects NWC Dissolution as Group Backs Caretaker Committee The Osun State PDP Working Committee has rejected its dissolution by the National Working Committee, declaring the move unlawful. Chairman Sunday Bisi maintained that the state structure remains intact and urged members to ignore “unauthorized” directives from national headquarters. The committee insisted […]
