Insecurity: Military eliminates terrorists, rescues 25 kidnapped victims
By Kingsley Omonobi Joint troops of the Nigerian Military in the last seven days neutralised over 26 terrorists, arrested 46 and rescued over 25 kidnapped victims from criminal elements while 3 soldiers paid the supreme price, following offensive operations to defeat insecurity. Major General Michael Onoja, Director of Defence Media Operations said that during operations […]
Anti-Tinubu Post: You’ve a case to answer, court tells Sowore
orders him to open defence on May 19 By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA—The Federal High Court in Abuja ruled on Friday that activist and former African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has a case to answer on a two-count cybercrime charge filed by the Department of State Services (DSS). In a ruling delivered by […]
Lagos Assembly moves to harmonise taxes, end levy collection
A bill seeking to harmonise taxes and eliminate the collection of levies by unions and other unauthorised groups in Lagos State is currently being considered by the Lagos State House of Assembly.
Buratai backs son’s political ambition, says youth should realise their dreams
Former Chief of Army Staff and Nigeria’s former Ambassador to the Republic of Benin, Tukur Buratai, has called on Nigerians to support young people in pursuing their dreams and actively participating in politics.
Peter Mbah emerges new PGF Chairman
By Dapo Akinrefon Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has reportedly emerged as the new Chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF), succeeding Hope Uzodimma. Sources disclosed that the decision was reached during an extraordinary meeting of governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), held on Thursday night in Abuja. The […]
Adekunle Gold denies rumour Simi birthed twins
Adekunle Gold has addressed widespread rumours suggesting that he and his wife, Simi, recently welcomed twins, clarifying that the claims were false and confirming instead that the couple had a baby boy.
Parents protest non accreditation of dentistry programme in UNIUYO
By Uko Etim UYO—Parents of dental students at the University of Uyo, UNIUYO, have staged a protest over the lack of accreditation for the university’s Dentistry programme, warning that over 125 students risk being stranded academically. Our correspondent reports that the parents numbering over 20 were seen matching in Uyo metropolis with placards of various […]
Falana, Odinkalu condemn CDHR position on DSS/SERAP defamation judgment
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), and activist Professor Chidi Odinkalu have backed the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) in its ongoing legal battle with the Department of State Services (DSS).
JAMB extends 2026 DE registration deadline to May 22
According to the latest update, registration will now continue until May 22, 2026, giving prospective Direct Entry candidates additional time to complete their applications.
ADC: Nafiu-Bala Gombe seeks transfer of case against Mark, Aregbesola
Mr Nafiu-Bala Gombe, a factional leader of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has applied for the transfer of his case against Sen. David Mark-led leadership of the party from Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja.
Nigerian mother loses 6-yr-old daughter after fall from 28th-floor apartment in Canada
A six-year-old Nigerian girl has died after falling from a high-rise apartment building in Toronto, Canada with reports indicating her mother is currently in Nigeria at the time of the tragedy.
