1,106 terrorists killed, 758 collaborators arrested — Abubakar
By Ndahi Marama, MAIDUGURI The immediate past Theatre Commander of the Joint Task Force North East, Operation Hadin Kai, Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, has said troops killed more than 1,106 JAS/ISWAP terrorists and arrested 758 suspected logistics collaborators during his 17-month tenure. Abubakar disclosed this on Tuesday during the handing and taking-over ceremony at Maimalari […]
Troops arrest major drug supplier to Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists
By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri Troops of Joint Task Force North East ‘Operation Hadin Kai’ (OPHK) have arrested a suspected major drug supplier to Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists operating across parts of Borno and Adamawa. The suspect, identified as Zubairu Muhammad, 45, was arrested at about 6:30 a.m. last Tuesday by troops of 232 Battalion […]
Wike vs Yerima: Tinubu intervenes, peace returns over Abuja land dispute
On Monday, November 11, 2025, the stillness of Gaduwa, one of Abuja’s more reserved neighbourhoods, shattered into a tableau of tension, authority, and unexpected restraint.
Adamawa bans posters, banners on public structures
Violators will be prosecuted and illegally placed materials removed at the offenders’ expense
My performance literature from Nigerian National Service: The stretch from Lagos State University
By Rashidat Ajakaye As I reflect on my National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) experience at Tai Solarin Federal University of Education (TASFUED), I am filled with pride and gratitude for the opportunities that have shaped me into a dedicated and impactful corps member. My experience has been marked by exceptional achievements, leadership roles, interpersonal bonds […]
Pastor’s daughters among Boko Haram kidnap victim in Chibok — Sources
By Ndahi Marama Maiduguri—Two daughters of a Pastor (names withheld), a woman and her Baby were amongst the seven people allegedly abducted by suspected members of Boko Haram terrorists, who invaded Shikarkir village of Chibok Local Government Area of Borno state. According to sources and residents, the incident took place on Wednesday about 8p.m., where […]
Alleged N1.96bn fraud: You’ve case to answer, court to ex-AGF
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA— A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, yesterday, held that a former acting Accountant-General of the Federation, AGF, Anamekwe Nwabuoku, who is facing a money laundering charge, has a case to answer. Consequenrly, the court, in a ruling by Justice James Omotosho, fixed November 24, for the erstwhile AGF to open […]
Abductors of 6 defence ministry directors demand N150m ransom
Indications have emerged that the abductors of six directors of the Federal Ministry of Defence along the Kabba–Lokoja highway in Kogi State are demanding N150 million for their release. The directors were kidnapped on November 10, 2025, while traveling from Lagos to Abuja for a Directorate-level promotion examination. Sources described the incident as a well-coordinated […]
Okpebholo sacks two traditional rulers over alleged illegal installation
By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – THE Governor of Edo State, Sen Monday Okpebholo on Thursday sacked two traditional rulers: the Olososo of Ososo, Bamidele Obaitan and the ruler of Ikpeshii/Egbegere Clans ,Zaiki Luckman Odamah III both in Akoko-Edo local government area. A statement by the Secretary to State Government, Umar Musa Ikhlor. said the […]
Gov Namadi named Nigerian Muslim personality of the year
The Executive Governor of Jigawa State, Mallam Umar Namadi, FCE, has been named the 2024/2025 Nigerian Muslim Personality of the Year.
Tinubu, Shettima back NAHCON’s drive for affordable, successful 2026 Hajj
In line with President Tinubu’s directive to make the pilgrimage more affordable, NAHCON announced a major reduction in the 2026 Hajj fares.
