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Military neutralises dozens of terrorists, nabs 100 suspects in 1 week

The Nigerian military has neutralised dozens of terrorists, arrested over 100 suspects, and rescued at least 29 kidnapped victims in coordinated operations across the country between January 19 and January 23. Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, Director of Defence Media Operations, provided updates from Abuja, noting that the operations were intelligence-driven, executed professionally, and adhered to the […]

Giwa, Bukola forgery, impersonation trial adjourned for seventh time

The FCT High Court in Apo, Abuja, on Monday adjourned the ongoing trial of Abuja-based lawyer Victor Giwa and his co-defendant, Ibitade Bukola, for the seventh time. The duo is facing charges of alleged forgery and impersonation, including claims of faking documents and impersonating Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mr. Awa Kalu, to mislead the Office […]

No one can defeat Tinubu in 2027, not even my father – Atiku’s son declares

Abba Atiku, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has declared that no one, including his father, can defeat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. The statement came as Abba formally joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State, obtaining his membership card in Yola North Local Government Area. He cited Tinubu’s […]

Moscow mocks EU after total ban on Russian gas

Russia has mocked the European Union following its decision to impose a total ban on Russian gas imports, describing the move as a loss of Europe’s independence. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, Maria Zakharova, said the decision showed that the EU had surrendered its freedom, insisting that European leaders were now acting under external pressure rather […]

Ojulari reacts as NNPCL, Chevron discover fresh oil well in Niger Delta

The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, Bayo Ojulari, has reacted to the discovery of a fresh oil well in the Niger Delta by Chevron Nigeria Limited. The oil find was made at the Awodi-07 appraisal and exploration well in the shallow offshore western Niger Delta, under the NNPCL/Chevron […]

NPFL: Utin relishes ‘well deserved’ Shooting Stars’ win over Bendel Insurance

Shooting Stars defender, Utin, has described his team’s victory over Bendel Insurance as a “well-deserved” result, praising the players’ effort and discipline throughout the match. The Ibadan-based side secured an important win in their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, clash, boosting their confidence and league position. Speaking after the game, Utin said Shooting Stars prepared […]

Kano Gov, Yusuf officially defects to APC

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a major political shift in the state’s leadership. The announcement was made during a well-attended event in Kano, where top APC leaders, party supporters, and government officials gathered to witness the defection. Governor Yusuf said his decision was driven […]

Israel recovers remains of last Gaza hostage, paving way for next phase of ceasefire

Israel has announced that it has recovered the remains of the last Israeli hostage previously missing in Gaza, a development that could help move the ceasefire process forward. The Israeli military said the body of Master Sergeant Ran Gvili, a police officer taken during the October 7, 2023 attack, was found after weeks of intelligence-driven […]

Umahi’s son, Osborne wins Ebonyi APC LG ticket

Osborne Umahi, son of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmanship candidate for Ohaozara Local Government Area ahead of the forthcoming council election in Ebonyi State. He secured the party’s ticket unopposed during the APC primary election held at Obiozara Primary School in Uburu. Osborne, who was […]

Fubara: Wike’s candidates win two APC bye-election primaries in Rivers

Ahead of the Ahoada East Constituency II and Khana Constituency II bye-elections in Rivers State, aspirants linked to the camp of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, have emerged as winners of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary elections. The primaries were held on Monday as part of preparations to fill vacant […]