New Year Eve: Terror attack claims 7 lives in Jos South community
By Marie-Therese Nanlong Jos—No fewer than seven persons have been confirmed dead following a terror attack on Bum community in Chugwi, Vwang District of Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. The incident reportedly occurred around 11:00 p.m. on December 31, 2025, as residents were preparing to usher in the New Year, thereby marring […]
Military intensify efforts to secure Lake Chad for fishing, other activities, says CNS
By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has assured residents and communities of the Lake Chad region that the military is intensifying efforts to secure the lake and its adjoining waterways to allow fishing, transportation and other socio-economic activities to thrive again in the Northeast. Abbas said the […]
Rivers PDP chair queries Fubara’s claims on governance, urges public disclosure
By Idowu Bankole Port Harcourt — The Factional Caretaker Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Dr. Nname Ewor, has called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara to disclose the full details of the peace agreement brokered by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu before the lifting of the Emergency Rule in the state. Speaking to […]
Again, troops neutralise suicide bombers in Borno
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have successfully neutralised three terrorist suicide bombers following a deliberate, intelligence-driven operation conducted along the Guduf–Pulka axis in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
US lawmaker warns of rising ISIS threat in Nigeria
Last week, President Donald Trump announced that the United States carried out airstrikes against terrorist groups in Nigeria.
2026 ‘ll be a year of higher level, declares Prophet Sam Ojo
Renowned International cleric and Founder of the Freedom Apostolic Revival Ministry, FARIM, Prophet Sam Ojo has declared 2026 as a “Year of Higher Level,” expressing confidence that God will elevate His people in all areas of life.
Return FG’s N30bn with interest since you didn’t spend it, Fayose tells Makinde
By Idowu Bankole Former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, has urged Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, to return the N30 billion he admitted was released by the Federal Government as an intervention fund for the January 16, 2024, Bodija explosion in Ibadan, since he claimed not to have spent the money. Fayose said it […]
‘We’ll cross the bridge when time comes’ – Fubara
The Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminialayi Fubara, has said that his government would scale through any set hurdle when it is time.
Toothless Liverpool held to goalless draw by Leeds
Liverpool lacked the firepower to break down a much-changed Leeds in a 0-0 draw at Anfield that wasted a chance to solidify their place in the Premier League top four.
2027: I’ll walk away from Obi if he becomes someone’s VP - Pat Utomi
Utomi also used the opportunity to criticise what he described as the growing tendency to turn the presidency into a refuge for elderly politicians.
Court restrains tinted glass permit enforcement, Police place action on hold
A High Court sitting in Orerokpe, Delta State has issued a restraining order on the implementation of the tinted glass permit ordered by the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.
Troops rescue 5 kidnap victims in Kogi forest
A credible military source told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday that the troops, drawn from Obajana and Kabba patrol bases, projected a fighting patrol to Ankomi village in the Adankolo general area of Lokoja Local Government Area, following credible intelligence.
NYSC: ‘Powerful enemies’ used saga to force my exit from Buhari’s cabinet – Adeosun
Her words, “I’m not confused about the fact that I had powerful enemies who I believed saw an opportunity. Let’s get rid of her.
Lagos APC endorses Tinubu’s New Year reform path
The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s New Year address, pledging unwavering support for ongoing national reforms.
Count me out of your problems, Wike tells Gov Mohammed
“If you do not have such power, why are you fighting? If you have the power to put out the fire, then go ahead and do it.
Trump blames bruised hand on aspirin, denies falling asleep
US President Donald Trump blamed aspirin for large bruises on his hand and denied falling asleep while attending public meetings in an interview with The Wall Street Journal published Thursday.
