Death Toll From Gaza War Surpasses 70,000 — Health Ministry
The death toll from the war in Gaza has climbed beyond 70,000, according to figures released on Saturday by the health ministry in the Hamas-run enclave, marking one of the deadliest conflicts in the region’s history as a fragile ceasefire continues to face strain. In its latest update, the ministry said 70,100 people have […]
Parents Demand Urgent Government Action as Abduction of Niger Students Enters Eighth Day
Parents of students and staff of St. Mary Catholic Schools in Niger State have intensified calls for government intervention, expressing frustration over what they describe as official inaction in the ongoing abduction crisis. Over 200 parents gathered at the school premises in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area, on Saturday to register their grievances and […]
Army Confirms Rescue of 21 Kidnapped Passengers in Kogi
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the successful rescue of 21 passengers who were abducted along the Obajana-Oshokoshoko road in the Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State. Suspected bandits blocked the Osokoko–Obajana highway around 2:30 PM on the day of the attack, seizing passengers from several vehicles, including an 18-seater bus, and forcefully marching […]
Adamawa State Officials Clamp Down on Sanitation Defaulters Amid Poor Compliance
Officials of the Adamawa State Government on Saturday intensified enforcement of the monthly environmental sanitation exercise, clamping down on traders and artisans who defied the restriction on movement to carry out their businesses. The last Saturday of every month is designated for the environmental cleanup, during which movement is restricted between 7:00 am […]
Major Fire Razes Over 500 Stalls at Shuwaki Market in Kano
A major fire outbreak on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, destroyed a significant portion of the Shuwaki Market in the Gari Local Government Area of Kano State. The Kano State Fire Service confirmed that approximately 529 temporary stalls were completely destroyed by the blaze. The fire started at about 3:25 p.m. Firefighters arrived […]
FG to Unveil Digital Single Travel Emergency Passport (STEP) in January
The Federal Government has announced plans to launch the Single Travel Emergency Passport (STEP) in January 2026. This digital solution is designed to simplify the process for Nigerians abroad who lose their passports, providing a quick way to secure an emergency travel document. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement on […]
EPL: Foden Scores Last-Gasp Winner as Man City Edge Leeds 3–2 in Thriller
Phil Foden delivered a dramatic stoppage-time winner as Manchester City survived a second-half scare to defeat struggling Leeds United 3–2 at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, keeping their Premier League title hopes alive. City looked to be cruising after a dominant first-half display, with goals from Phil Foden and Josko Gvardiol putting Pep Guardiola’s […]
No Religious Discrimination in Abia State, Says Governor Otti
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti has assured the Judaism Fellowship Initiative (JFI) and the entire state population that his administration is neutrally structured to accommodate all religious faiths, emphasizing that no religion is discriminated against in the state. The Governor made this statement on Friday during a visit by members of the JFI, led […]