Police in Bauchi State have arrested a 17-year-old boy, Auwal Dahiru, alongside five accomplices, for allegedly gouging out the eyes of his seven-year-old sister, Rukayya Muhammad, in what investigators suspect was a ritual bid for wealth in Bayan Dutse village, Ganjuwa Local Government Area. The State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ahmed Wakil, confirmed the […]
In April 2004, Nigeria narrowly averted what could have been a major setback to its democratic journey when security agencies foiled a plot to overthrow the administration of then-President Olusegun Obasanjo. The alleged coup attempt came just five years after the country’s return to civilian rule in 1999, marking one of the most serious […]
The Federal Government has cautioned activist Omoyele Sowore over his role in the recent protest calling for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), describing the demonstration as a deliberate attempt to interfere with ongoing judicial proceedings. In a strongly worded statement on Monday, government sources criticized what […]
The National Planning Committee (NPC) for the World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) Abuja 2026 has announced that the official unveiling ceremony for the highly anticipated global communications event will take place on October 20, 2025, at the NAF Conference Centre, Abuja. According to the organisers, the unveiling will mark the formal commencement of preparations […]
Tragedy has struck the family of the Senate Minority Leader, Senator Patrick Abba Moro, following the heartbreaking loss of his son and grandson within a span of just 48 hours. According to family sources, the double tragedy occurred over the weekend, plunging the lawmaker and his household into deep mourning. Details surrounding the circumstances […]
The Cross River State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced the suspension of its National Vice-Chairman for the South-South region, Usani Uguru Usani, over alleged anti-party activities and insubordination. In a statement issued on Monday and signed by the party’s State Chairman, the ADC said the decision was reached after a series […]
One of the lawyers representing the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, Aloy Ejimakor, has come under criticism after he was spotted among a small group of protesters mobilised in Abuja by activist and politician Omoyele Sowore. The protest, reportedly aimed at demanding Kanu’s release, took place earlier in […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the timetable for the collection of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and the conduct of a mock accreditation exercise in preparation for the forthcoming Anambra State Governorship Election scheduled for November 2025. According to a statement signed by Victoria Eta-Messi, INEC’s Director of Voter Education and Publicity, […]
A lone protester identified as Declan Ihekaire was on Monday arrested by operatives of the Lagos State Police Command while staging a solo demonstration calling for the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. Ihekaire, who was seen holding placards and chanting solidarity slogans, was reportedly rounded […]
Vice President Kashim Shettima has revealed that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered assets valued at over ₦500 billion within the two years of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Shettima made this disclosure on Monday while declaring open the 7th edition of a three-day capacity-building workshop for judges and justices, jointly organised […]
