US immigration arrests hit record 49,571 in one month under Trump
The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested nearly 50,000 people in July, recording the agency’s highest monthly arrest total since President Donald Trump returned to office, according to newly released government data.
Gobir calls for truce in AbdulRazaq, Mustapha political dispute
By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin The Sarkin Gobir and Madawaki of Ilorin Emirate, Yakubu Gobir, has appealed to Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and Senator Saliu Mustapha to resolve their political differences and preserve the bonds of brotherhood and unity among the people of Ilorin. The appeal followed the recent defection of Mustapha, who represents Kwara […]
Goje: Inuwa Yahaya not powerful enough to end my political career
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Former Governor of Gombe State and Senator representing Gombe Central, Mohammed Danjuma Goje, has dismissed claims that Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya ended his political career, saying only God determines his political fate. Goje spoke in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service monitored by our correspondent on Tuesday, amid speculation over his […]
Terrorists hide funds in women’s bank accounts – NFIU
…Men secretly control ATM cards, PINs, mobile banking credentials, use wives, sisters as fronts …Dead persons’ SIMs, proxy identities used to break financial trail …ISWAP cells operate ‘like shadow states’, use coded transactions — Report By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – Terrorist financiers are opening bank accounts in women’s names to conceal illicit funds, while male […]
2027: Obi media office dares Tinubu to engage Nigerians directly
As campaigns have begun ahead of the 2027 elections, the Media Office of the Presidential Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi has challenged President Bola Tinubu to engage Nigerians directly as he seeks re-election in the 2027 presidential election, warning against what it described as a growing reliance on political surrogates.
Police arrest 2 suspects as kidnapped victim escapes from hideout in Ondo forest
By Dayo Johnson Akure A 55-year-old man, Idowu Alade, has narrated how he escaped from a kidnappers’ hideout in Ose Council Area of Ondo State. Alade was abducted on August 21, 2026 at about 6:00 p.m. at Aroge Camp, via Idoani, while on his way to buy a recharge card. Members of his community commenced […]
Canada unveils counter-tariffs of 15-50% on US goods
Ottawa’s retaliation will take effect September 8 as outlined by Prime Minister Mark Carney after US President Donald Trump’s 50-percent
2027: Atiku will restore petrol subsidy, phase it out gradually – aide
According to Ibe, Atiku does not intend to return to the subsidy arrangement of the past. Rather, the proposal would involve using Nigeria’s crude oil resources to support domestic refining and reduce the cost of petroleum products.
Kuje Chairman: Amnesty condemns alleged threat against non-APC supporters
Amnesty International Nigeria has condemned alleged comments by the Chairman of Kuje Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, Samuel Danjuma Shekwolo, threatening to expel residents who do not support or vote for the All Progressives Congress, APC. Amnesty International Nigeria disclosed this in a statement posted on its X platform on Tuesday. The organisation […]
APC reopens membership e-registration ahead of 2027 polls
The All Progressives Congress APC has announced the reopening of its Membership Electronic Registration Exercise nationwide, effective Monday, August 31, 2026, as the ruling party positions itself ahead of the 2027 General Elections.
Pastor leads members to celebrate Maulud with Muslims in Kaduna
A Kaduna-based Christian cleric, Pastor Yohanna Buru, on Tuesday led members of his church to celebrate Eid-el-Maulud with Muslims in Kaduna
Roger Federer rules out tennis comeback after US Open exhibition
The 20-time Grand Slam champion, who retired from the sport in 2022, is set to feature in an exhibition match in New York.
65 Nigerians to Return from South Africa Wednesday
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that another batch of 65 Nigerian nationals will return home from South Africa on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. The ministry disclosed this in a statement posted on its official X platform on Tuesday. According to the ministry, the returnees, who were sponsored by private individuals, are expected to […]
‘If you see me endorsing politician, I’m hustling for survival’ – Actress Ronke Oshodi
Veteran Nollywood actress Ronke Oshodi Oke has sparked public discussion across social media following an admission regarding her potential involvement in political campaigns and celebrity endorsements.
NAMA raises alarm over fake recruitment scheme
By Dickson Omobola Nigerian Airspace Management Agency, NAMA, has distanced itself from any purported recruitment exercise, and urged members of the public to disregard such notices. The agency said it is not currently recruiting and warned that any individual or organisation claiming to recruit, facilitate employment or issue appointment letters on its behalf is acting […]
Ugandan President hosts RCCG General Overseer Adeboye, wife
President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda and First Lady Janet Museveni hosted the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, and his wife, Pastor Folu Adeboye, at a state dinner in Entebbe.
