Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Troops kill 2 terrorists, capture weapons in Taraba
It said that the operation was to eliminate terrorist and criminal activities across the state.
First Lady Tinubu reacts to Hilda Baci’s new Guinness World Record
Mrs Tinubu in the message, acknowledged that Hilda Baci’s achievement was rare, and had brought her to international limelight.
Lassa fever kills 162 amidst rising number of cases in Nigeria
NCDC said Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, Taraba, and Ebonyi states remain the country’s hotspots, accounting for 91 per cent of all…
Tinubu ends vacation, returns to Abuja
By Ayorinde Oluokun President Bola Ahmed Tinubu returned to Abuja on Tuesday evening at the end of his short vacation…
Oyo targets over 3m children for measles-rubella vaccination
Ten rubella cases were reported from six local government areas in the year 2024 from Ibadan Northeast, Ibadan Southwest, Ibarapa…
Delta to probe WAEC’s denial of accreditation to community school for 12 years
Global Peace Development (GPD), a Civil Society Organisation(CSO) has called on Delta Government to facilitate the process of ensuring accreditation…
Police on search and rescue operation as flood hits 4 Adamawa communities
A victim, Alhaji Umar Yusuf, expressed concern that more residents would be displaced if the rain continued.
Airline operators react to FG’s suspension of 4% FOB levy
Edun had on Monday announced the FOB levy which has attracted condemnation from manufacturers, importers, and customs agents over claim…
Federal Poly Bida suspends ASUP activities amid tension
The suspension followed directive by ASUP-BD to its members to resume a suspended strike except the school paid six months…
Akwa Ibom: 3 arrested for kidnapping human trafficking agent
The command’s spokesperson said the suspects were currently in police custody and were providing useful information to aid the investigation.
Akwa Ibom declares 2 medical doctors wanted for abandoning duty
The government called on the medical personnel to immediately return to their duty posts in the state civil service, or…
Edo: Private school owners cry out over taxation, new education policy
Reacting to the new policy, the State Controller of AFED, Dr. Osagie Erhunmwunse, who spoke on behalf of the private…
Katsina: 143 kidnaped victims rescued as bandits surrender arms
Katsina government explained that numerous bandit enclaves have been destroyed, forcing the criminals to retreat to the fringes of forests…
DSS slams criminal charges on Sowore over anti-Tinubu posts
Sowore, the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) in 2019 and 2023, in the charge is accused of…
Where Will Ademola Lookman Play Next: Clubs Interested In the Forward
According to the local press, Ademola is now Juventus's target, who are considering the Nigerian international player as a potential…
Police detain Edo operatives involved in N.3m extortion, recover money
The recovery of the money followed a video circulated on social media by an influencer alleging the crime.
N949m electricity debt: Disco threatens to disconnect Aminu Kano Hospital
According to Bala, the hospital has an outstanding liability of N949.88 million as of August, and it is expected to…
Gunmen kill 6 in fresh Plateau massacre
The National Publicity Secretary of Mushere Youth movement (MYM), Kutyil Gashion Nahum also confirmed the gunmen attack in a statement.
Resident doctors declare indefinite strike in FCT
He added that the strike would continue “until government and management show genuine commitment to the welfare of doctors and…
Why we want clerics in Niger to submit sermons for vetting – Gov Bago
The policy has generated controversies in the state with many religious leaders faulting it and the practicality of its implementation.
‘No social activities on campus beyond 6.pm’, UNN alerts students
UNN management directed that all such activities must be held strictly during the daytime and under the supervision of the…
Police nab 200 suspects, secure 100 convictions in Anambra — CP
The Police Commissioner said a major highlight was the re-arrest of a suspect in the high-profile kidnap and murder of…
U20 W/Cup: Flying Eagles name final squad, key players missing
The Flying Eagles will aim to improve on recent performances and compete strongly for the title when the tournament kicks…
Police speak on ex-Imo lawmaker allegedly abducted by IPOB/ESN terrorists
Ogbu, who was also a former Chairman of Okigwe Local Government Area, was kidnapped on September 7, 2025, while he…
What Tinubu said at Catholic Bishops Conference
Tinubu commended Catholic Bishops and clerics of other denominations for consistently promoting dialogue and tolerance despite Nigeria’s diversity.
U.S., Egypt, others move to resolve Sudan’s devastating war
The ministers called for a humanitarian truce, for an initial three months, to enable the swift entry of humanitarian aid…
UNICEF, UK FCDO hail Jigawa for tackling malnutrition, climate resilience
Governor Umar Namadi highlighted Jigawa’s vulnerability to climate shocks, particularly perennial flooding that has caused catastrophic damage to infrastructure, livelihoods,…
Dialogue between Katsina communities, bandits yielding positive results – Radda
Governor Radda further noted that poor planning had, over the years, hindered meaningful development, attributing the failures of past leaders…
‘Why Lagos CP ordered probe into ex-Ondo governorship candidate Akingboye’s death’
Akingboye contested the November 2024 Ondo governorship election but lost to the incumbent, Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress…
Flood devastation: Residents of Kaduna community cry out for urgent help
Another resident, Thomas Yatai, attributed the flooding of the community to blocked water ways and the absence of appropriate drainage…