Makama said the operation was launched after intelligence indicated that over 200 armed bandits, allegedly led by Aiki, were mobilising for a reprisal attack on communities accused of collaborating with local security groups protecting villages in the area.

The development was announced in a statement issued by the Benue State Publicity Secretary of the party, Agile Bem, on behalf of the State Chairman, Mr. Ohini Ojegbe.

According to her the foundation built by his predecessor, Prof. Oloyede is strong and worthy of preservation.

By Udeme Akpan Dangote Industries Limited and Sinoma International Engineering Co., Ltd. have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) worth more than $800 million to expand the Dangote Cement Plant in Itori, Ogun State, increasing its production capacity from six million to 12 million metric tonnes per annum (MTPA). The agreement was signed by […]

By Henry Ojelu A High Court sitting in Ifo, Ogun State, is expected to rule on Monday, August 3, 2026, on an application for an interlocutory injunction in a suit over an alleged breach of contract involving the assets of Dolphin Steels Limited, which is in receivership. The suit, HCF/136/2026, was instituted by Prodigy Finance […]

…Says Accord Party Will Rule Nigeria in 2027 The Gbenga Hashim Solidarity Movement (GHSM) has rejected what it described as an “illegal, politically contrived and inconsequential gathering” at the Osun State Government House, Osogbo, where Governor Ademola Adeleke and some Accord Party officials were reported to have endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the 2027 […]

The ongoing annual convention at The Apostolic Church Nigeria National Headquarters, Ketu, Lagos, has continued to cause heavy traffic congestion along the Ogudu–Toll Gate corridor, with the backlog extending beyond the NNPC Filling Station to Iyana Oworo.

By OLAYINKA LATONA The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has offered prayers for the restoration of Nigeria’s former dominance in international sports. The respected cleric spoke during the August special Thanksgiving service and prayer session for sports stakeholders, real estate developers, and their families at the […]

Alimi said upholding the rule of law, maintaining professional neutrality, and protecting the rights of all citizens, regardless of political affiliation, were essential to preserving public confidence in the police and safeguarding democracy.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will be without defenders Oluwatosin Demehin and midfielder Jennifer Echegini for their final Group C match at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after both players were suspended by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa has revealed that his mother sold akamu and akara to support the family, saying he is proud of her hard work and urging Nigerians not to look down on petty traders.

The party said it believed the omission was inconsistent with the provisions of the Electoral Act 2022 governing the publication of candidates nominated by political parties.

Spanish giants Real Madrid on Sunday welcomed FIFA’s decision to scrap their controversial plan to allow private investment in the World Cup.

The Police Command in Lagos State has begun an investigation into allegations of assault by some of its officers following the circulation of a viral video on social media.

By Femi Bolaji JALINGO — The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Taraba State, Senator Emmanuel Bwacha, has pledged that his party will deliver the state to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Bwacha, a former Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate, said President Tinubu remained the best candidate to lead […]