Military kills 224 terrorists, rescues 279 victims in NW, NC operations
The Defence Headquarters says troops neutralised no fewer than 224 terrorists, arrested more than 423 suspects and rescued 279 kidnapped victims during operations across the North-West and North-Central in the second quarter.
Injured Serena’s Wimbledon doubles bid with sister Venus in doubt
Serena Williams could be forced to pull out of the Wimbledon doubles event after the American legend suffered a knee injury in her first round singles defeat.
Fake NAFDAC registration used to smuggle unregistered drugs into Nigeria — Customs
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has uncovered an attempt to smuggle unregistered pharmaceutical products into Nigeria using a fake registration number belonging to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).
Beyond the Books: The Lessons I Took Home from Dr. Jerry Oluranti’s Historic Launch
By Samuel Oluwamuyiwa Olaniyan (BigsamOAP) It is not every day that a community witnesses an event capable of inspiring a generation. The recent launch of three books by renowned business executive, humanitarian, and community leader, Dr. Jerry Oluranti, was one such occasion. For me, it was more than a ceremonial unveiling of books; it was […]
How to Apply: FRSC opens 2026 recruitment portal, invites applications for positions
The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, has announced the commencement of its 2026 recruitment exercise, with interested and qualified Nigerians invited to apply for vacancies in different cadres of the organisation.
Party deregistration rulings endangering Nigeria’s multiparty democracy – IPAC
According to the IPAC spokesperson, regardless of legal arguments, the cumulative effect of such judgments can undermine political pluralism, shrink democratic space, and weaken constitutional guarantees protecting citizens’ political freedoms.
International Criminal Court says Mali, Burkina, Niger withdrawals undermine justice
The executive body of the International Criminal Court Wednesday voiced concern over the recent withdrawal of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, saying it undermined the global pursuit of justice.
Village People singer Victor Willis dies at 74
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People whose hit “Y.M.C.A.” became a fixture at rallies for US President Donald Trump, has died, his spouse said in a Facebook post on Wednesday. He was 74.
Two killed, four suspected attackers neutralised in Plateau
According to the statement, the latest incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday when gunmen reportedly opened fire on residents in the Zargwok community of Gashish District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area.
Gunmen kill two policemen in Rivers, injure others
It was gathered that the victims were on a stop-and-search operation when the assailants swooped on them and gunned down the two victims.
Tinubu has done more than any leader for northern Nigeria — Gov Sani
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has said President Bola Tinubu has delivered more development projects to Northern Nigeria than any previous leader from the region, expressing confidence that the president would secure even more votes across the North in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking in an interview with ARISE NEWS on Tuesday, the governor […]
