Governor Alia Accuses Politicians of Sponsoring Violence in Benue Communities Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has alleged that certain politicians, particularly those based in Abuja, are orchestrating the ongoing violence and banditry in the state’s Sankera axis, which includes Katsina-Ala, Ukum, and Logo Local Government Areas. He emphasized that these attacks are perpetrated by local […]
Abia State Intensifies Flood Preparedness Measures Under Governor Otti’s Leadership In response to forecasts indicating potential flooding in 11 out of its 17 local government areas, Abia State, under the leadership of Governor Alex Otti, has embarked on comprehensive measures to mitigate the anticipated disaster. The Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) and the Nigerian Meteorological […]
No Feud Between Alaafin and Ooni – Palace Clarifies Missed Visit The palace of the Alaafin of Oyo has refuted speculations of a rift with the Ooni of Ife, stating that the missed visit to the Ooni’s palace was due to scheduling conflicts and not any form of animosity. A close palace aide, Prince Oladele […]
Afenifere Faction Calls for Tinubu’s Impeachment Over Lagos-Calabar Highway Project A faction of the Pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, has called for the impeachment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, citing alleged constitutional breaches and conflicts of interest related to the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. The group expressed concerns over the awarding of the project’s contract to […]
Zamfara Government Urges Continued Prayers to Combat Banditry In a statewide broadcast on Friday, the Zamfara State Government called on residents to persist in their prayers for an end to banditry and insecurity plaguing the region. The appeal was made during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, emphasizing the importance of spiritual intervention alongside ongoing security efforts. The […]
Eid-el-Kabir: President Tinubu Calls for National Unity and Prayers for Troops President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigerians to embrace unity, compassion, and collective responsibility during the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. In his message, he emphasized the importance of praying for the nation’s troops, who are making extraordinary sacrifices to ensure the country’s security. “We must also […]
Gunmen Attack Agunechemba Security Facility in Anambra, Kill One Operative In the early hours of Thursday, June 5, unidentified gunmen launched a coordinated assault on the Agunechemba security facility in Umunze, Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State. The attack resulted in the death of one vigilante operative and left several others injured. Eyewitnesses […]
Kaduna Experiencing Improved Security, Says NDA Commandant Major General Abdul Khalifa Ibrahim, Commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), has stated that Kaduna State has seen significant improvements in security over recent months. He emphasized that while progress has been made, continued efforts are necessary to achieve comprehensive safety across the state. During a courtesy […]
Judiciary Workers’ Strike Halts Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Defamation Arraignment The arraignment of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on defamation charges was on Tuesday stalled due to the ongoing nationwide strike by the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), throwing another delay into a politically sensitive legal battle. Akpoti-Uduaghan, a former senator representing Kogi Central, is facing allegations of […]
NOA Embarks on Nationwide Initiative to Restore Public Confidence in Nigeria The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, has reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to rebuilding trust between the Nigerian government and its citizens through a series of targeted national reorientation programmes. Issa-Onilu made this known during a public engagement session in […]
Federal Government Intensifies Efforts Against Boko Haram Resurgence in Northeast Nigeria The Federal Government has escalated its counter-insurgency operations in response to a recent resurgence of Boko Haram attacks in Nigeria’s northeastern region. This development has raised concerns about a potential return to the heightened insecurity experienced during the group’s peak activity years. According to […]
Pat Utomi’s Shadow Government: A Bold Reform Initiative or Constitutional Challenge? Professor Pat Utomi, a renowned political economist and former presidential candidate, has sparked a national debate with the launch of the “Big Tent Coalition Shadow Government” (BTCSG). Unveiled on May 5, 2025, this initiative aims to provide a structured opposition to President Bola Tinubu’s […]
Nigeria Customs Seizes Contraband Worth Over ₦1.28 Billion in South-West Operations The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Federal Operations Unit Zone A, has announced the interception of contraband goods valued at over ₦1.28 billion during intensified anti-smuggling operations across the South-West region. Comptroller Mohammed Shuaibu, the Unit’s Controller, disclosed that the seizures were made between May […]
Mahmuda Terrorists Resume Attacks, Kill Three in Kwara Community A new terrorist group known as Mahmuda has launched a fresh attack on Duruma village in Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State, resulting in the deaths of three residents. The assault occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, June 3, 2025, marking a resurgence of […]
Car Theft Surge Alarms FCT Residents Amid Rising Insecurity Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are expressing growing concern over a significant increase in car thefts, attributing the surge to economic hardship and inadequate security measures. Victims have shared distressing accounts of their experiences. Kayode Lawal recounted how his Sienna minivan was stolen within […]
Edo State Initiates Property Owner Profiling in New City Development Area The Edo State Government has commenced a comprehensive profiling exercise for property owners in the New City Development Area, formerly known as Coral City. This initiative, led by Governor Monday Okpebholo, aims to resolve longstanding land disputes and facilitate the issuance of Certificates of […]
Lagos State to Enforce E-Call-Up System on Lekki-Epe Corridor Starting June 16 The Lagos State Government has announced that enforcement of the electronic call-up (e-call-up) system for articulated vehicles on the Lekki-Epe corridor will commence on June 16, 2025. Deputy Governor Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat made this announcement during a high-level stakeholders’ meeting held on […]
Gombe State Unveils ‘Garin Inuwa’ to Combat Child Malnutrition The Gombe State Government has launched “Garin Inuwa,” a locally produced complementary food supplement aimed at addressing the high rates of child malnutrition in the state. The initiative was officially introduced by Deputy Governor Dr. Manassah Daniel Jatau, who emphasized its significance in improving child health […]
Zamfara Islamic Group Condemns Governor Lawal’s Anniversary Celebration Over Alleged Immoral Displays The Zamfara Ulama Defence Forum (ZUDF), a prominent Islamic organization, has strongly criticized the recent second-term anniversary celebration of Governor Dauda Lawal, citing the event’s alleged deviation from the state’s Islamic values. In a statement released on Friday, ZUDF expressed deep concern over […]
Nasarawa State Urges Residents in Flood-Prone Areas to Relocate Amid Rising Flood Risks In response to forecasts predicting severe flooding across Nigeria, the Nasarawa State Government has issued a directive for residents in flood-prone communities to relocate to higher ground to safeguard lives and property. Margaret Elayo, the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, announced […]