My life is in danger over pipeline surveillance report I wrote’ – Abuja-based journalist
An Abuja-based journalist, Fejiro Oliver, has raised alarm over what he described as serious threats to his life following a report he wrote on pipeline surveillance contracts in Nigeria. Oliver made the claim after a magistrate court in Asaba, Delta State, issued a bench warrant against him for failing to appear in court, a decision […]
Man gets 12 years prison sentence for violently defiling girl in Delta community
A Delta State High Court in Abraka, Ethiope-East Local Government Area, has sentenced Ernest Okporu to 12 years in prison for violently defiling an 11-year-old girl in 2024 at Osubi Community, Okpe Local Government Area. The judgement was delivered on Thursday by Justice S.I. Okeleke, upholding the principles of justice and the Violence Against Persons […]
Electoral act: Senate’s action confirms Nigeria ‘fantastically corrupt’, ‘disgraced’ – Peter Obi
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised the Nigerian Senate for refusing to make electronic transmission of election results mandatory, calling the decision a major threat to democracy. Obi said the move exposes Nigeria as “fantastically corrupt and disgraced,” warning that it deliberately weakens transparency ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi linked […]
Power of Money – Sowore on why Trump praised Tinubu’s wife
Omoyele Sowore, the 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), has alleged that US President Donald Trump praised Nigeria’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu, because of the influence of money. The claim comes after Trump acknowledged her at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, DC, describing her as a “very respected woman” and highlighting […]
Copa del Rey: All four teams that have qualified for semi-finals
Four clubs have secured their places in the semi-finals of this season’s Copa del Rey. Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Athletic Bilbao, and Real Sociedad are the teams that made it to the final four after the quarter-finals concluded on Thursday evening. Atletico Madrid sealed their spot with a convincing 5-0 win over Real Betis, with new […]
Wike’s PDP faction appoints caretaker committee for Plateau
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction loyal to former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has appointed a caretaker committee for Plateau State as part of efforts to reorganise its structures ahead of the 2027 political cycle. The move aims to stabilise party operations and prepare for upcoming elections. The 13-member committee is chaired by Dr. […]
Obidients Plan Protest At National Assembly
Members of the Obidient Movement have announced plans to stage a protest at the National Assembly in Abuja. The group says the demonstration aims to draw attention to political issues and test the collective resolve of Nigerians in defending democracy. Organisers have urged citizens to join and participate peacefully in the event. Supporters of the […]
Man Caught With 4 Human Heads In Ogun
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a man, Gafaru Rasaki, for allegedly exhuming human remains from a cemetery in Sagamu and being found in possession of four human heads. The arrest took place on January 21, 2026, according to the state police spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi. Police investigations revealed that Rasaki unlawfully dug up […]
Breakdown By Religion Of Nigerians Killed Between 2019-2023
Data from the Organization for Research and Analysis (ORFA, 2024) shows that between 2019 and 2023, a total of 30,880 Nigerians were killed in violent incidents across the country. Among the victims, Christians accounted for 16,769 deaths, representing 72.4% of those with known religious affiliation. Muslims accounted for 6,235 deaths, while traditional religion practitioners numbered […]
NSCDC Arrests Two Islamic Clerics Over Abuse Of Qur’anic Pupils In Ondo
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested two Islamic clerics in Owo, Ondo State, for allegedly torturing and abusing two minors under their care. The suspects, Adebodun Muideen (30) of Al-Balaagul-Mubeen Arabic and Islamic Centre, and Oladejo Musiliu (35) of Abdullah Arabic and Islamic Centre, were apprehended following a complaint filed by […]