2027: Why Muslim-Muslim ticket favours APC – Farouq Aliyu
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, APC chieftain Farouq Aliyu suggested that maintaining a Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket may be in the best interest of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He emphasized that the party and its leadership would ultimately decide the composition of the ticket based on political calculations and overall party strategy. Aliyu noted […]
Atiku’s aide questions Tinubu over alleged N100bn unapproved withdrawal
Paul Ibe, media adviser to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has challenged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to address allegations that N100 billion is being withdrawn monthly from the Federation Account without legislative approval. The claim was highlighted on Ibe’s social media page, drawing attention to a serious constitutional concern. Ibe referenced statements by former Kaduna […]
Nigerian Army rescues kidnapped cleric, neutralises gunman in Enugu
Troops of the 82 Division Nigerian Army and Joint Task Force (Operation UDO KA) successfully rescued Rev. Johnson Anayo Onugwu, a Christian cleric abducted in Enugu State. The victim was kidnapped from his residence in Ezimo community, Udenu Local Government Area, but was rescued unharmed later the same day following a swift, intelligence-led operation. The […]
Soweto vows to continue Lagos demolition protests despite police arrests
Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Soweto, leader of a coalition protesting demolitions, forced evictions, and displacement in Lagos, has vowed to continue activism despite recent police arrests. Soweto and fellow activist Dele Frank were detained after leading a demonstration on Wednesday, during which Lagos State Police Command used tear gas to disperse protesters near the […]
Bandits attack Kebbi villages, many feared dead
Suspected armed bandits have attacked Jindani and Mai Kaho villages in Yauri Local Government Area of Kebbi State, leaving several people feared dead, many injured, and some abducted. The attack reportedly took place late at night, according to security analyst Bakatsine. Among the victims was an elderly woman who lost her life during the raid. […]
It’s political deception – Shehu dismisses Kano rail project
Mahdi Shehu has criticized the recently announced Kano Metropolitan Rail Project, describing it as a “political deception” aimed at misleading residents of Kano State. He made the claim in a post on X on Thursday, challenging the authenticity of the project and questioning its existence in official government plans. Shehu argued that the rail project […]
Troops arrest armed robbers, rescue abducted woman in Adamawa
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have recorded fresh security successes in Adamawa State with the arrest of two armed robbery suspects and the rescue of an abducted woman during separate operations in Mubi North and Hong Local Government Areas. The operations were carried out as part of ongoing efforts to improve safety and protect residents […]
Amnesty International calls for investigation into alleged killings by DSS personnel in Abuja
Amnesty International has called for an urgent and transparent investigation into the alleged killing of two men by personnel of the Department of State Services (DSS) in Karmajiji community, Abuja. The rights group described the incident as a serious abuse of power and an example of unlawful use of force by security operatives meant to […]
Dust on meal tables: Experts reveal hidden dangers of Nigeria’s roadside drying culture
Across Nigeria, farmers and food processors commonly dry cassava, rice, maize, beans and pepper along busy roads because it is cheap and convenient. What looks like a harmless tradition, however, worries health experts. As vehicles speed past, dust, exhaust fumes and tiny stones settle directly on food meant for homes and markets. Animals also roam […]
LAWMA warns Lagos residents against attacks on waste enforcement officers
The Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has warned residents to stop attacking, threatening or obstructing its enforcement officers while they carry out their duties across the state. The agency said it is worried by recent cases of intimidation and physical assaults on its personnel during routine enforcement exercises. Speaking on the issue, LAWMA’s Managing […]