Fear grips Osun residents as bandits kill community leader, abduct former customs officer
Residents of parts of Osun State are living in fear following a deadly attack by suspected bandits that claimed the life of a community leader and led to the abduction of a former customs officer. The incident reportedly happened during a late-night raid, throwing the affected area into panic. Eyewitnesses said the attackers stormed the […]
COP30: Leverage on adaptation finance for climate action – PPDF to Akwa Ibom govt
The Policy and Practice for Development Forum (PPDF) has advised the Akwa Ibom State Government to make strong use of adaptation finance to address climate change challenges. The group said this call is important as discussions build up towards COP30, where climate funding will be a major focus. PPDF explained that adaptation finance can help […]
State colour, mandatory security number to be enforced next year – Cross River Commissioner
The Cross River State Government has announced plans to enforce a state colour policy and a mandatory security number starting next year. The Commissioner in charge of the initiative said the move is aimed at improving identification and strengthening security across the state. According to the Commissioner, the state colour will help promote a shared […]
Davido brought toxicity, rivalry to Nigerian music industry – Samklef claims
Music producer Samklef has claimed that singer Davido introduced toxicity and rivalry into the Nigerian music industry. He stated that the competitive nature of the industry has worsened due to personal feuds and rivalries among artists. Samklef argued that the rivalry culture creates tension and distracts artists from focusing on their music. According to him, […]
Why Buhari refused to name successor — Ex-DSS DG, Yusuf Bichi
Former Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Yusuf Bichi, has revealed why former President Muhammadu Buhari did not publicly name his preferred successor during his tenure. Bichi explained that Buhari wanted to maintain neutrality and ensure a fair electoral process. According to Bichi, Buhari believed that announcing a successor could create divisions within […]
Super Eagles battle Pharaohs in pre-AFCON friendly
The Super Eagles are set to clash with Egypt’s national team, the Pharaohs, in a pre-AFCON friendly match aimed at fine-tuning both squads ahead of the 2025 African Cup of Nations. Coaches from both sides are expected to test different tactics and player combinations during the game. Nigeria’s coach emphasized the importance of the friendly […]
Russia links US policy to China’s rising clout
Russia has said that current US foreign policy is connected to the growing influence of China on the global stage. Officials in Moscow claim that Washington’s actions in international affairs are partly aimed at countering China’s economic and political power. According to Russian analysts, US strategies in trade, military presence, and diplomatic negotiations reflect concerns […]
Nigerian security forces degrading terrorists, criminal networks – Defence Minister, Musa
Nigeria’s Defence Minister, Mohammed Badaru Musa, has said the country’s security forces are making steady progress in weakening terrorist groups and criminal networks across different regions. He explained that sustained military operations and improved intelligence sharing are helping to reduce the capacity of armed groups to carry out attacks. According to the minister, joint efforts […]
Borno: Police avert explosion, recover unexploded ordnance
The Borno State Police Command has successfully prevented a possible explosion after recovering an unexploded ordnance in the state. The device was discovered during a routine security operation, raising concerns about public safety in the area. According to the police, officers quickly secured the location after receiving information from residents. A bomb disposal unit was […]
Kebbi: Man jailed five years for attempted rape of young girl
A court in Kebbi State has sentenced a man to five years in prison for attempting to rape a young girl. The judgment followed the conclusion of the trial, where the court found the accused guilty based on evidence presented by the prosecution. During the hearing, the court heard how the man attempted to force […]