Nigeria and France strengthen ties to boost national, regional security
By: Kingsley Omonobi In a strategic move to advance Nigeria’s efforts to address insecurity through international defence cooperation, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Wednesday engaged the French Defence Attaché to Nigeria, Colonel Stéphane Useo, at the Army Headquarters, Abuja. The COAS reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to continuous professional […]
Suspected bomb recovery: No policeman has visited our premises – Church
Amadi explained that he is not aware that any policeman of any capacity or rank has visited the premises since the incident.
Lagos to shut Apongbon Bridge for 6 weeks
The Lagos State Government, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Works, concluded plans to commence repair works on the failed asphalt sections of the ramp/service lane linking Inner Marina to Apongbon Bridge, as well as sections of Apongbon Bridge on both the inbound and outbound lanes.
Man faces life sentence over failed assassination plot against Trump
A man faces up to life in prison Wednesday over his attempt to assassinate Donald Trump at his Florida golf course just months before the US presidential election in 2024.
9 high-demand jobs in Canada paying above $50,000 in 2026
Canada’s labour market outlook for 2026 is attracting growing global interest as high-demand occupations offering salaries of $50,000 and above align with evolving international migration trends.
New Zealand to raise minimum wage to N32,000 per hour from April 2026
New Zealand will increase its adult minimum wage from April 1, 2026, lifting hourly pay for workers nationwide following the government’s annual minimum wage review.
Illegal mining fueling insecurity in Kwande LG – Reps member laments
…condemns Abande killings By Peter Duru, Makurdi The lawmaker representing Kwande/Ushongo Federal Constituency, Terseer Ugbor, has attributed the escalating insecurity in Kwande Local Government Area, LGA, of Benue State to illegal mining activities, following the killing of at least 17 persons, including a police officer, during a deadly attack on Abande community. The attack, allegedly […]
Abia govt unveils E-health project, wins NASS commendation
Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, who announced this at a press conference in Umuahia, said the State Executive Council had approved the scheme.
Trump admin says removing 700 immigration officers from Minnesota
US border czar Tom Homan on Wednesday announced the removal of 700 immigration enforcement personnel from Minnesota after weeks of operations and the fatal shooting of two protesters that sparked outrage.
FG demands concrete action from IOCs to boost oil production
The Federal Government on Wednesday urged International Oil Companies (IOCs) operating in Nigeria to take concrete steps to ramp up crude oil production, following the country’s ambitious target of reaching 2.5 million barrels per day by 2027.
Insecurity: Senate urges Nigerians to resist internal collaborators
The Senate has urged Nigerians, particularly Katsina communities, to remain united and vigilant amid worsening insecurity, warning against internal collaborators undermining national security.
