A spotlight on the world’s fastest expanding gambling markets
IPOB commends U.S. lawmakers, calls for referendum on Biafra
State Police now a national imperative — Igbo Elders
No hiding place for criminals in Lagos, CP Fatai declares
Gunmen in tricycle kill female usher in Port Harcourt
Landslides kill at least 20 in Tanzania

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JAMB re-arrests fraud suspect, warns candidates against score upgrade syndicates
“The integrity of our examination system is non-negotiable,” the board declared, stressing that no individual or group can manipulate UTME scores or offer special assistance under any circumstance.
Theatre Command casts doubt over soldier’s shooting of Mustapha in Maiduguri
The Theatre Command Headquarters of the Joint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI, has raised doubts over the reported shooting by a soldier that led to the death of Abdulrahaman Mustapha near the Federal High Court in Maiduguri.
Traditional Rulers beg Tinubu for Uju Kennedy’s return as minister
The National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to re-engage the former Minister of Women Affairs, Barr. Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, citing her “uncommon capacity” to deliver on the administration’s Renewed Hope agenda.
Alleged N2.4bn Fraud: Court frees ex-Aviation Minister Oduah, co-defendant
Following a successful plea bargain with the Federal Government, a High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) at Maitama, on Thursday, terminated the trial of former Minister of Aviation, Princess Stella Oduah.
Trump insists Iran operations ‘extremely’ ahead of schedule
“We estimated it would take approximately four to six weeks to achieve our mission. Twenty-six days in we’re extremely, really, a lot ahead of schedule,” added Trump.
German team uses excavators in bid to rescue beached whale
“He’s responding, both his eyes are open, he’s vocalising, but he’s terribly unsteady and he’s scared,” Lehmann said
Trump says Iran allowed passage of 10 oil tankers as a ‘present’
Trump said Iran allowed eight “big boats of oil” to transit the waterway earlier this week, followed by two others later on.
Anambra Assembly to enact law on house rents
By Vincent Ujumadu The Anambra State House of Assembly is set to enact a law aimed at curbing rising house rents and exploitative housing practices across the state, particularly in student communities. Majority Leader of the House, Hon. Ikenga Ofodeme, gave the indication while addressing concerns raised by protesting students over the increasing cost of […]
Troops rescue kidnap victim, arrest two in Benue operations
Troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE have recorded major operational gains following the rescue of a kidnapped victim and the arrest of two suspects during coordinated operations in parts of Benue State.
10 countries with the largest naval fleets in 2026
Naval “size” is a tricky metric because it can be measured in two ways: ship count (how many hulls are in the water) or tonnage/capability (how much weight and power those ships actually carry).
New Lagos CP takes over, promises accountability, change
“Digital tools and data systems will play a key role in addressing contemporary security challenges,” he said.
AFCON: Senegal victims of ‘most blatant scam’ in football history – Federation
Senegal football boss Abdoulaye Fall on Thursday labelled the decision to strip the country of its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title the “most blatant administrative scam in the history of our sport”.
Tinubu to Monarchs: Emulate Oba Falae’s leadership, promote unity
President Bola Tinubu yesterday urged traditional rulers across the country to emulate the leadership qualities of elder statesman Oba Olu Falae, particularly in promoting unity, peace, and national cohesion.
8,453 delegates to elect new APC leaders, as Party defends zoning, consensus
The ruling All Progressives Congress APC has finalized preparations for its National Convention scheduled for Friday and Saturday, with 8,453 delegates expected to converge on the Federal Capital Territory FCT to elect a new National Working Committee NWC.
IBEDC names Deolu Ijose as new CEO amid power sector shake-up
The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has appointed Mr. Deolu Ijose as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer following a reconstitution of its Board of Directors.

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