What Cucurella, Silva, Konate add to Mourinho’s project at Real Madrid
Los Blancos signed Marc Cucurella, Bernardo Silva and Ibrahima Konate to reshape their squad after going two straight seasons without winning a major trophy.
Two vigilantes killed as gunmen attack Plateau community
As Berom Youth leader raises alarm over escalating attacks By Golok Nanmwa JOS – No fewer than two local vigilante members were killed Wednesday night after suspected gunmen, said to be over 100 in number, attacked Rangarasa village in Rantya community, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. A resident of the area, John […]
NHRC warns hate speech threatens democracy ahead of 2027 elections
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA — Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Thursday warned that hate speech poses a threat to democracy. The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Chief Tony Ojukwu, SAN, described hate speech as not only a direct violation of human rights but also a serious threat […]
Insecurity near Jos worsening, Berom youth leader warns as slain vigilantes are buried
Two vigilantes killed during Wednesday’s attack on Rantya community in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State have been laid to rest amid growing concerns over insecurity in communities surrounding Jos, the state capital.
World Cup: Ivory Coast star Wahi denied Canadian visa ahead of Germany clash
Forward Elye Wahi will miss Ivory Coast’s second World Cup match against Germany after he was denied a visa to enter Canada, the Ivorian federation said on Thursday.
Ghana pushes for concrete slavery reparations
Ghana on Thursday held a landmark global conference seeking to translate growing political support for slavery reparations into practical commitments towards justice.
Reps move to strengthen DSS operations through funding, training bills
By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja The House of Representatives has commenced legislative consideration of three key bills aimed at strengthening the operational capacity of the Department of State Services (DSS), with lawmakers emphasizing the need for sustainable funding, enhanced intelligence training, and indigenous research to address Nigeria’s evolving security challenges. The bills were the focus of […]
Faces at the burial of Alex Ekubo in Abia State
The remains of late actor Alex Ekubo arrived in Abia State ahead of his burial rites on Thursday drawing family members, friends, colleagues and admirers to his hometown in Arochukwu Local Government Area.
Defence Ministry, NSA, NUJ seek stronger Media-Security partnership to tackle insecurity
The Federal Government, security agencies and media stakeholders on Thursday renewed calls for stronger collaboration between journalists and security institutions as part of efforts to address Nigeria’s security challenges and strengthen national stability.
Bayelsa resolves Twon-Brass leadership crisis, orders withdrawal of court cases
By Samuel Oyadongha, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State Government has resolved the protracted leadership dispute in Twon-Brass Kingdom following its intervention and an agreement by all parties involved to immediately withdraw ongoing court cases related to the crisis. The government also directed all state-recognised communities to operate with constitutions that align with the provisions of the […]
Discovered in Round 1: The World Cup’s surprise breakout stars
The United Arab Emirates announced a social media ban for children under 15 on Thursday, joining a growing group of countries including Australia, Britain and Canada to take similar measures.
