APC suspends Kebbi chairman, Zuru LG party chair over alleged infractions
In a statement signed by the State Party Secretary, Alhaji Sa’idu Muhammad Kimba, and made available to journalists in Birnin Kebbi, the party said the suspension followed complaints received from stakeholders within the Zuru Emirate.
No US demand to withdraw from Lebanon – Israeli defence minister
Hezbollah drew Lebanon into the Middle East war on March 2 with rocket fire at Israel to avenge the killing of Iran’s supreme leader in US-Israeli strikes.
Breaking: Senate passes State Police Bill
The Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, moved a motion to suspend Senate rules to expedite the consideration of the executive bill seeking constitutional backing for state police services.
Tinubu’s security strategy crippling kidnapping, banditry in Kogi — Ododo
Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Usman Ododo, has said the state is no longer a safe haven for kidnappers, bandits and armed robbers, attributing recent security gains to the Federal Government’s security strategy and sustained collaboration among security agencies.
Ogun Govt clears Mirabel of rape claim, gives update on Ifo gang rape case
The Ogun State Ministry of Justice has provided fresh updates on two high-profile gender-based violence cases, including the alleged rape of Miss Nsikak Abigael Emem, popularly known as Mirabel, and the gang rape of a 15-year-old girl in Ifo Local Government Area.
Woman killed by vehicle in convoy on Rivers University Campus, two arrested
By Davies Iheamnachor PORT HARCOURT — A young woman identified simply as Eno has died after she was struck by a vehicle travelling in a convoy within the premises of the Rivers State University in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The incident occurred on Tuesday on one of the roads within the university campus. It was […]
Site engineer, 15 others trapped as five-storey building collapses in Port Harcourt
By Daniel Abia, Port Harcourt A tragic incident occurred in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Wednesday after a five-storey building under construction collapsed, trapping no fewer than 16 persons, including a site engineer, beneath the rubble. Eyewitnesses said the building caved in at about 9 a.m., causing panic among residents and workers in the area. […]
Wike to Yobo: Tell Super Eagles we are not happy about Nigeria’s World Cup absence
ABUJA — Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed disappointment over Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, urging former Super Eagles captain, Joseph Yobo, to convey the frustrations of Nigerians to the national team. Wike spoke on Wednesday during the commissioning of the Gwagwalada-Kuje Road project in […]
Military, foreign allies have broken backbone of terrorist groups — Defence intelligence chief
The Chief of Defence Intelligence (CDI), Lt. Gen. Emmanuel Undiandeye, has said that the Nigerian Armed Forces, working in collaboration with international partners including the United States, United Kingdom and France, have significantly degraded terrorist groups operating in the country.
Senate adopts manual voting on State Police Bill as electronic system fails
…Akpabio: Matter of Profound National Importance By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Senate on Wednesday abandoned plans to use its electronic voting system for consideration of the constitutional amendment bill on the establishment of state police after the voting machines failed to function. Following unsuccessful efforts to activate the electronic system for more than 30 […]
Abia begins enforcement of Okada ban, sets N50,000 fine for defaulters
By Ugochukwu Alaribe The Abia State Government has commenced enforcement of the ban on motorcycle operations in Aba, Umuahia and Ohafia, warning that violators will face a fine of N50,000 and possible impoundment of their motorcycles. The government said operators whose motorcycles are seized would be required to pay the N50,000 penalty within 30 days […]
