Insecurity: NULASS evacuates 236 Lagos students from Jos
By Esther Onyegbula No fewer than 236 Lagos State students have been safely evacuated from Jos, Plateau State, following rising insecurity and threats to lives, the National Union of Lagos State Students, NULASS, has said. The emergency evacuation followed a distress call received on Wednesday at about 11:45 a.m. from a student in Jos, who […]
Trump labels NATO ‘paper tiger,’ restates desire for Greenland
Trump’s remarks came ahead of a visit by the defense alliance’s chief Mark Rutte scheduled for later this week.
Ogun NANS writes national president, alleges plot to create crisis
The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, Ogun State Axis has written the National President of the body, Comrade Olushola Oladoja, over attempt by some people to rest crisis in the association in the axis.
Ogbomoso crisis deepens as Adeseun resigns as Mayegun, claims Soun abusing authority
The crisis in Ogbomosoland has taken a dramatic turn as a former lawmaker, Senator Hamzat Adeseun, resigned from his position as the Mayegun of Ogbomosoland, citing concerns over leadership style, rising tension, and alleged divisive actions within the ancient town.
Emulate Mbah’s security strategy, Methodist Prelate advises leaders
Aba security described Mbah’s approach as a model for combating insecurity and safeguarding lives and property.
Nigeria becomes Africa’s second-largest domestic air market – FAAN
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, has disclosed that Nigeria is now ranked the second-largest domestic passenger market in Africa, with over 10.5 million domestic passengers, representing 10 per cent growth.
Shallipopi gets Benin monarch’s backing, to perform at 10th coronation anniversary
Oba of Benin, Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, has praised Afrobeat singer, Crown Uzama, popularly known as Shallipopi, for his promotion of Benin cultural heritage in his songs.
Trump threatens to destroy all Iran bridges, power plants in 4 hours if no deal
Trump previously set 8:00 pm Washington time on Tuesday (midnight GMT) for Iran to agree to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
INEC registration: Umar Ardo lied – NDC
THE Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, has taken a swipe at Dr. Umar Ardo of the All Democratic Alliance, ADA, saying that he lied over his claims that NDC’s registration by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, did not follow due process.
Inter Lagos secures promotion to NPFL
Inter Lagos have secured promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).
Plateau Police confirm three gunmen killed in Barkin Ladi village
The Plateau State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of one suspect and the death of three persons following a pre-dawn attack on Pwomol Village in Heipang District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area.
Kaduna attack: IGP Disu deploys DIG, kidnapped victims rescued
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, has directed the Deputy Inspector-General of Police (Operations), DIG Shehu Umar Nadada, to deploy to Kaduna State in response to the recent attack in Ariko Village near Gurara Dam.
Troops neutralise five terrorists, arrest suspected kidnapper in Plateau
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have neutralised five suspected terrorists and arrested a suspected kidnapper while dismantling several criminal hideouts in Plateau State.
‘Enough of hollow rhetoric’ — Atiku slams Tinubu over insecurity
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Tinubu over renewed attacks in parts of the country, urging him to fulfill his earlier promise that such incidents would not recur.
We sent weapons to Iran protesters, but… – Trump
“So I’m very upset with a certain group of people, and they’re going to pay a big price for that”
Nigeria absent as CAF confirms 16 teams for U-17 AFCON 2026
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed the 16 countries that will compete at the 2026 Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with Nigeria notably missing from the tournament for the second consecutive edition.
