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War: US fighter jet shot down over Iran

A United States military aircraft has reportedly been brought down over Iranian territory, marking a major development in the ongoing conflict. Both American officials and Iranian media confirmed the incident, making it the first known loss of a US jet since tensions escalated. Reports suggest the aircraft involved is an F-15E Strike Eagle, which crashed […]

Easter Masses Cancelled In Dubai Over Middle East War 

All Easter masses in Dubai have been cancelled because of the ongoing Middle East war, two Catholic churches in the UAE announced on Friday. Following government orders, St Francis of Assisi Church at Jebel Ali said that “all Masses are cancelled until further notice.” The announcement added that parishioners should avoid visiting the church for […]

Plateau killings: Installing CCTV cameras won’t solve insecurity – NRM chieftain

A member of the National Rescue Movement, Francis Onyema, has criticised President Bola Tinubu over his plan to install thousands of surveillance cameras in Plateau State. He said the idea alone cannot solve the country’s serious security challenges. Onyema shared his opinion in a condolence message released in Abuja on Friday, just one day after […]

How suspects kidnapped three-day-old baby in Nasarawa

Police in Nasarawa State have successfully rescued a three-day-old baby boy who was kidnapped from his mother’s home. Two suspects have also been arrested in connection with the incident. The police spokesperson, SP Ramhan Nansel, shared the details in a statement released on Thursday. According to him, the baby’s mother, 19-year-old Aisha Bada, who lives […]

Airstrikes neutralise 15 ISWAP fighters in Borno, disrupt insurgent stronghold

Air operations under Operation Hadin Kai have recorded a major breakthrough in Borno State, targeting strongholds linked to Islamic State West Africa Province. The strikes focused on insurgent hideouts in the Kangarwa axis, known for terrorist activities. According to security updates, the air raids were based on credible intelligence and executed with precision. Key gathering […]

Taraba bridge submerged after rainfall, vehicles stranded

Residents and commuters in Taraba State have been left stranded after heavy rainfall caused the Namnai Bridge in Gassol Local Government Area to become submerged. The incident occurred after only the second rainfall of the year, cutting off movement completely and disrupting daily activities. Many travelers were forced to halt their journeys as vehicles could […]

NDLEA arrests major illicit drug lord on watchlist in Bayelsa

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Bayelsa State has arrested a suspected major drug dealer in Yenagoa. The agency said the suspect was involved in the distribution of illegal drugs in the area. The suspect, Chimezie Collins, also known as Mezico, is the owner of MEZICO Pharmacy located along Mbiam-Yenagoa Road in Kpansia. […]

Austria blocks US warplanes from using its airspace for Iran war

Austria has denied the United States permission to use its airspace for military action against Iran, pointing to its long-standing policy of neutrality. The country’s defence ministry confirmed that the US will not be allowed to carry out any missions through Austrian airspace connected to the ongoing conflict. Austria explained that its neutrality law stops […]

Seek permit for live music band or risk sanctions – PMAN tells FCT hotel owners, others

The Performing Musicians Employers’ Association of Nigeria (PMAN), FCT chapter, has warned hotel owners, event planners, and others in the Federal Capital Territory to obtain proper permits before engaging live music bands. The group said defaulters risk sanctions. PMAN acting governor, Michael Oyibo Kaycee, said the directive is to ensure order and proper standards in […]