By Momodu Favour Leaders of major opposition political parties on Wednesday converged on Abuja for a high-level joint press conference themed, “Urgent Call to Save Nigeria’s Democracy.” The briefing, held at the prestigious Transcorp Hilton Abuja, drew prominent political heavyweights from across party lines, signalling what observers described as a significant moment of opposition […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa The Mississippi State University College of Forest Resources (MSU-CFR) recently celebrated a major milestone for its Sustainable Bioproducts program. Two standout graduate students, Ridwan Ayinla and Muhammad Hamza, have secured prestigious international recognition for their groundbreaking scientific contributions to environmental chemistry. The duo were honored with Graduate Student Awards from […]
By Momodu Favour Troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force have repelled a coordinated attack by suspected fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province along the Cameroon–Nigeria border axis near Bargaram. Security sources said the insurgents launched what appeared to be a revenge assault on forward positions in the early hours of the […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa Veteran broadcaster, Modele Sarafa-Yusuf has officially declared her bid for the 2027 Ogun State governorship. The former Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun announced her candidacy during a strategic meeting with key stakeholders. With over 30 years of experience at NTA and Globacom, Sarafa-Yusuf highlighted her deep knowledge of […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Kano Command has arrested 19 suspects during intensive raids aimed at dismantling drug distribution networks. The operations targeted high-risk areas to curb the rising tide of substance abuse across the state. A significant haul of illicit substances, including cannabis sativa and psychotropic […]
By Momodu Favour The Federal Character Commission has opened discussions with an international investment delegation on possible collaboration to strengthen its digital systems and enhance service delivery. The Executive Chairman of the commission, Motunrayo Omidiran, received the delegation led by Mr Michael Gale, Founder and Group CEO of Al Liwan Group Limited, at the commission’s […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa Kenyan police have arrested a key suspect, Festus Omwamba, for his alleged role in a human trafficking scheme that lured hundreds of Kenyans into Russia’s war against Ukraine. He was apprehended in the northern town of Moyale while reportedly attempting to flee the country following public protests by victims’ families. […]
By Momodu Favour The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has denied allegations that he deployed police officers to intimidate a woman, Mrs Tracy Ohiri, over a dispute involving alleged unpaid campaign materials. Umahi, a former governor of Ebonyi State, described the claims as inconsistent and contradictory, insisting that due process was followed after a […]
