Nigeria–US joint operations kill over 200 terrorists in North-East — DHQ
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed that coordinated counter-terrorism operations involving the Nigerian military and the United States Africa Command (US-Africom) have led to the elimination of more than 200 terrorists, including several high-ranking commanders, in Nigeria’s North-East. Director of Defence Information, Samaila Uba, disclosed this on Tuesday during a joint X Space engagement organised […]
Nigeria’s democracy evolving despite challenges, says NBA chairman-elect
The Chairman-Elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Makurdi Branch, Mr. Joseph Gbagyo, says Nigeria’s democracy is making progress despite the numerous challenges facing the country. Gbagyo stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Makurdi. According to him, 27 years after Nigeria’s return to democratic rule in […]
Iran taken too long to negotiate, will pay the price – Trump
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that Iran has taken too long to negotiate a deal over the conflict in the Middle East and will now “have to pay the price.”
Anambra strengthens Ebola preparedness amid regional outbreak concerns
The Commissioner for Health, Dr Afam Obidike, said this at a stakeholders’ meeting on Ebola preparedness held on Wednesday in Awka.
Police debunk reports of school attacks in Niger
The Niger State Police Command has dismissed reports alleging that hoodlums attacked schools in Bosso, Kpakungu, Sabon-Wuse and Lambata areas of the state, describing the claims as false and misleading.
Tinubu has made Buhari a saint — Atiku’s aide
ABUJA, NIGERIA — Demola Olarewaju, Senior Assistant on Politics to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has delivered a scathing assessment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, declaring that the current level of economic hardship has effectively made former President Muhammadu Buhari “look like a saint.” Olarewaju made the remarks during an interview session on Vanguard’s […]
Husband of abducted Oyo principal calls for prayers, safe return
Mrs Alamu was abducted alongside teachers, pupils and school administrators during the violent attack on the school community.
I have been remanded in Kirikiri Correctional Center – Blessing CEO
Social media influencer and self-styled relationship therapist, Okoro Blessing Nkiruka, popularly known as Blessing CEO, has disclosed that she has been remanded at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre in Lagos following her arraignment by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Israel’s Netanyahu to seek re-election despite Trump doubts, war strains
Netanyahu, who is Israel’s longest-serving prime minister, has led his country through three years of war, and is currently on trial for corruption.
‘Where Did All the Money Go?’ Obi demands explanation from FG
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on the Federal Government to provide a detailed explanation of how public revenues and borrowed funds have been utilised, amid what he described as worsening economic hardship across the country.
World Cup psychic animals: Remembering Paul the octopus
The most famous of them all remains Paul the octopus, who rose to global fame during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa and became a cultural phenomenon.
