Tinubu congratulates winners of FCT, Kano, Rivers elections, hails Wike’s leadership

Abuja, Nigeria – Sunday President Bola Tinubu has congratulated winners of Saturday’s elections held across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and in parts of Kano and Rivers States, describing their victories as a call to service and a sacred trust bestowed by the people. In a statement issued on Sunday by the President’s Special Adviser […]
NDLEA Foils Attempt to Smuggle 3,200 Tramadol Capsules Concealed in Fake Pregnancy at Seme Border

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have thwarted an unusual attempt by a suspected female drug trafficker, Rabi Muhammad, to smuggle tramadol concealed in a fabricated pregnancy at the Seme border in Lagos State. Rabi, a 35-year-old Kano-based businesswoman, was apprehended by NDLEA officers at the departure point of the Seme land […]
Elon Musk Publicly Affirms Alignment With Teachings of Jesus

Tech entrepreneur and innovator Elon Musk, widely recognized as one of the world’s wealthiest individuals, has once again publicly expressed alignment with Christian values. In a recent post on X, the platform he owns, Musk stated: “I agree with the teachings of Jesus.” The brief but direct comment has drawn widespread attention, as the billionaire […]
APC Secures 5 of 6 Chairmanship Seats in FCT Area Council Elections

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has recorded a decisive victory in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections, winning five out of the six chairmanship positions contested. The results, announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), underscore the party’s strong showing across the FCT, with newly elected chairmen emerging in Bwari, AMAC, Kuje, […]
INEC Declares Maikalangu Winner of AMAC Chairmanship Election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Christopher Maikalangu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the duly elected Chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), following the conclusion of the council’s chairmanship election. Announcing the results at the AMAC Collation Centre, the Collation Officer, Andrew Abue, confirmed that Mr. Maikalangu, the incumbent […]
INEC Declares PDP’s Mohammed Kasim Winner of Gwagwalada Area Council Chairmanship Poll

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially declared Mohammed Kasim of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the winner of the Gwagwalada Area Council chairmanship election in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Announcing the results, INEC confirmed that Kasim secured a total of 22,165 votes to emerge victorious in the keenly contested poll. According […]
Lagos Police respond to Papaya Ex’ assault allegation

The Lagos State Police Command has reacted to allegations made by a former Papaya employee who accused an officer of assault. The command said it has taken note of the complaint and promised that the matter will be examined carefully. Police officials explained that internal procedures have already started to verify what happened. They stressed […]
U.S. Southern Command Conducts Counter-Narcotics Strike in Eastern Pacific

MIAMI, Fla. (Feb. 21, 2026) — United States Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) confirmed that U.S. military forces conducted a lethal kinetic strike against a drug-trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific on Feb. 20, neutralizing three individuals onboard. According to SOUTHCOM, the operation was carried out after intelligence assessments determined the vessel was operated by a designated […]
Ogun Police Confirm Arrest of TikToker Mirabel Over Alleged False Rape Alarm

The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of Nigerian TikToker Mirabel in connection with allegations that she raised a false rape alarm, as investigations into the controversial sexual assault claim continue. The Command’s spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, disclosed the development to SaharaReporters on Friday, stating that the social media personality is currently in […]
He hit my face, breasts with gun – Papaya ex alleges assault by Lagos Police

A former Papaya employee has accused a Lagos Police officer of assault, claiming she was hit on her face and chest with a gun during an alleged incident. The victim stated that the assault occurred while she was at work, describing the attack as both painful and terrifying. She has called on authorities to investigate […]