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Hunger and Poverty Now Major Security Threats, Warn NSA and Defence Chief Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, have jointly declared that hunger and poverty are no longer merely social challenges but have escalated into significant threats to national security. Their stark […]
Iranian Missiles Kill Four Israelis Hours After Trump Declares Ceasefire A major Iranian missile barrage struck southern Israel early Tuesday, killing at least four people and injuring several others in the city of Beersheba. The deadly strikes occurred mere hours after U.S. President Donald Trump had declared a “Complete and Total CEASEFIRE” between Iran and […]
Man, 31, Arrested in Edo Over Alleged Killing of Girlfriend A 31-year-old man, Festus Odunayo, has been apprehended by police in Edo State for allegedly killing his girlfriend, Martha Aina. The arrest follows an investigation into the suspicious death of the young woman. Confirming the arrest on Tuesday, the Edo State Police Public Relations Officer […]
President Tinubu Unveils 2,000 Tractors, Pledges to Revitalize Agriculture and Attract Youth President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially launched a significant agricultural mechanization initiative, unveiling 2,000 tractors and vowing to make farming a more attractive and profitable venture for Nigerian youths. The unveiling ceremony took place on Thursday, June 20, 2025, at the launch of […]
President Tinubu Greenlights Establishment of Ranches in Abuja Community President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given his approval for the establishment of ranches in the Paikon-Kore community within the Gwagwalada Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This decision is a significant step towards modernizing livestock farming and addressing long-standing challenges in the agricultural sector, […]
US Issues Security Alert: Advises Citizens to Avoid Military, Government Facilities in Abuja The United States Mission in Nigeria has issued a critical security alert, cautioning its citizens to steer clear of military and government facilities in Abuja. The advisory, released on Sunday, June 22, 2025, and reiterated on Monday, June 23, 2025, cites “increased […]
Putin Condemns US, Israeli Strikes on Iran, Pledges Support to Tehran Amid Escalating Tensions Russian President Vladimir Putin has condemned the recent airstrikes carried out on Iranian territory by the United States and Israel, describing them as “absolutely unprovoked aggression against Iran” and pledging Moscow’s support to the Iranian people. The statements came during a […]
IGP Unveils Schools Protection Squad in Osun, Calls for Unified Front Against Attacks The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has officially launched the Schools Protection Squad (SPS) in Osun State, calling for comprehensive collaboration among all stakeholders to safeguard educational institutions from attacks. The initiative, unveiled on Monday, June 23, 2025, in Osogbo, aims […]
Ondo Amotekun Nabs Suspected Killer of APC Chairman, Apprehends 31 Other Criminals The Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun Corps, has announced a significant breakthrough in its fight against crime, apprehending a suspect allegedly involved in the murder of the ward chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Gbenga Abe. This […]
Qatar Halts Air Traffic, Urges Foreigners to Shelter Amid Iranian Retaliation Threats Qatar has temporarily suspended all air traffic within its airspace and several Western embassies have advised their citizens to “shelter in place” as tensions in the Middle East escalate following Iranian threats of retaliation against the United States. The swift measures, announced Monday, […]
Trump Takes Two Major Gambles as US Enters Conflict with Iran As the United States moves into a state of conflict with Iran, President Donald Trump is reportedly taking two significant gambles, betting on the efficacy of recent US strikes and a restrained Iranian response. These strategic risks underscore the high stakes involved in the […]
Anambra Vigilantes Detain Pregnant Woman, Two Children for Over 20 Days; Family Petitions Police The family of Mr. Daniel Ikwo in Nnewi, Anambra State, has sent a petition to the state Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, alleging the unlawful detention of Daniel, his pregnant wife, Cynthia, and their two young children by operatives of the […]
Police Arrest Five Suspects Over Theft of NSCDC Rifles in Bayelsa State Operatives of the Bayelsa State Police Command have arrested five individuals allegedly linked to the theft of two rifles belonging to the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). The stolen firearms were successfully recovered by the command’s tactical team, Operation Puff Adder. […]
President Tinubu Lauds Wike’s “Fast-Thinking Leadership” in Abuja Road Reconstruction President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has lauded the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, praising his “fast-thinking leadership” for the accelerated reconstruction and completion of the Arterial Road N5 (Obafemi Awolowo Way) in Abuja. The President’s commendation came on Friday during the inauguration […]
ECOWAS Parliamentarians Decry Unstable Policies, Insecurity as Major Job Killers in West Africa Members of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament have expressed grave concern over the devastating impact of unstable government policies and pervasive insecurity on private sector growth and job creation across the sub-region. The lawmakers voiced their concerns during […]
Cross River, Ondo Governors Champion PPPs as Pivotal for Nigeria’s Economic Transformation at 2025 Summit Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State and Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State have strongly advocated for Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), hailing them as indispensable catalysts for accelerating growth and addressing critical development challenges across Nigeria. Their unified stance was […]
Borno Police Arrest 210 Suspects, Seize Large Quantities of Drugs and Weapons in Major Crackdown The Borno State Police Command has announced a significant breakthrough in its fight against crime, revealing the arrest of 210 suspects and the recovery of large quantities of hard drugs and various weapons. The arrests were made during intensive operations […]
Nigeria Customs Service Issues Stern Warning Against Online Recruitment and Auction Scams The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has issued a strong warning to the public regarding a troubling surge in online scams involving fake recruitment and auction offers falsely linked to the service. The NCS urged Nigerians to exercise extreme vigilance to avoid falling victim […]
Nigeria Ranks 7th Among World’s Friendliest Countries to Strangers, According to UN’s 2025 World Happiness Report Nigeria has been ranked as the 7th friendliest country to strangers globally, according to the recently released 2025 World Happiness Report by the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network. The annual report, produced in partnership with the University of […]
Federal Government Donates 1,000 Life Jackets to Kwara State for Water Safety The Federal Government has donated 1,000 life jackets to Kwara State as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance safety and prevent mishaps on inland waterways, particularly within riverine communities. This initiative underscores the federal government’s commitment to mitigating risks associated with water […]