The Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced four members of the Boko Haram terrorist group to life imprisonment.
Justice James Omotosho delivered the judgment after the defendants pleaded guilty to the charges brought against them by the Federal Government. Their confessional statements and investigation reports, presented through a witness...
In a moving display of respect, tradition, and gratitude, the Nigerian Army on Thursday bid farewell to 18 senior officers of the Nigerian Army Corps of Supply and Transport (NACST), marking the end of their illustrious 35-year careers of meritorious service.
The emotional pulling-out parade, held in Benin City, the capital of...
When the world of Nigerian football lost two of its most cherished elders within a single week, the grief was palpable across the nation. On Saturday, March 14, former international and 1980 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) champion Henry Nwosu slipped away at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) in Ikeja,...
The big picture: Why this convention matters
From Friday, 27 March to Saturday, 28 March, the Eagle Square in Abuja will host one of the most consequential gatherings in Nigeria’s contemporary politics – the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Convention.
32 of the country’s 36 governors will be on the floor, alongside over 8,000 delegates representing every state and the Federal Capital...
In a developing story that has captured public attention across the South-East, the Abia State Government has issued a comprehensive statement addressing the recent arrest of Staff Sergeant Amoke Simon of the Nigerian Army — a soldier only days earlier received by Governor Alex Otti and promised medical support...
The political and legal landscape in Nigeria is set for a significant moment today as the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) prepares to arraign former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, before a Federal High Court in Kaduna.
This long-awaited development comes after weeks of mounting...
Another day, another damning report. This time, it’s the latest Global Terrorism Index (GTI), and the figures for Nigeria are not just alarming; they are a deafening alarm bell signaling a profound national crisis.
The grim details are these: Nigeria has recorded the highest global increase in terrorism-related deaths in a single...
In a powerful and timely statement, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat—represented by AU Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa and the Sahel, Mohamed Ibn Chambas (referred to in reports as Youssouf)—has strongly condemned recent acts of terrorism in Nigeria, describing them as grave...
The war between Israel and Iran has entered its 19th day, and with each passing hour, the conflict expands, drawing in new actors and threatening to ignite a broader regional conflagration. What began as a direct confrontation is now a multi-front crisis, spilling across borders, shaking international alliances, and...
In a powerful display of unity, hope, and democratic affirmation, Professor Chukwuma Soludo was yesterday sworn in for a second term as Governor of Anambra State during a historic inauguration ceremony at the newly refurbished Dr. Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka.
Draped in the vibrant spirit of the Ndi Anambra,...
For a moment, it seemed like the tide was turning. The northeastern Nigerian city of Maiduguri, the very birthplace of the Boko Haram insurgency, had begun to taste a fragile peace. The relentless violence that had defined daily life for over a decade had been pushed to the rural...
In a devastating incident over western Iraq, a United States Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker crashed on Thursday during a military operation, marking the latest loss in an escalating regional conflict. The crash, which involved at least five crew members, has triggered urgent search and rescue operations amid growing concern...
The normally serene community of Agamo in Ondo State has been plunged into mourning and disbelief following the horrific assassination of its revered traditional ruler, Oba Kehinde Jacob Falodun, on the evening of February 18, 2024. What began as an ordinary day ended in bloodshed, trauma, and national outrage...
The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria has issued a critical security alert warning American citizens of a credible terrorist threat targeting U.S. diplomatic facilities and U.S.-affiliated schools across the country. The announcement, released on March 9, 2025, has prompted immediate precautionary measures and heightened vigilance amid growing regional and global...
As Nigeria inches closer to the 2027 general elections, the call for a credible, transparent, and trustworthy electoral process has never been louder. In a powerful address to staff of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, the Commission’s Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan (SAN), has...
Abuja, Nigeria – In a significant development for Nigeria’s security architecture, newly sworn-in Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Disu, has officially declared that “state police has come to stay,” signaling the Nigerian Police Force’s full embrace of the long-debated initiative. Speaking moments after his swearing-in ceremony on Wednesday...
In a decisive move to safeguard its citizens, the Ondo State Government has issued a strong directive to all security agencies: step up operations and clamp down on kidnapping syndicates operating within the state.
This firm stance was announced in an official statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and...
At a major Citizens’ Town Hall over the weekend, the new Chairman of Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, set the stage for the 2027 general elections with a message that was both assuring and soberingly realistic.
The event, tagged ‘Electoral Act 2026: What it means for...
In a bold step towards safeguarding public trust and upholding justice, the Ondo State Police Command has arrested six men accused of posing as pastors and carrying out an elaborate scheme of spiritual deception and financial fraud in the Idanre community.
The suspects—identified only by their surnames as Fadahunsi, Kolade,...
Adamawa State was struck by tragedy on Tuesday as gunmen carried out coordinated attacks that left at least 25 people dead, marking one of the deadliest incidents in the region this year. The violence underscores persistent security gaps and growing humanitarian challenges in Nigeria’s troubled northeast.
Market Massacre and Military...
Ondo State – Outrage erupted in the Uso community of Owo Local Government Area on Wednesday as residents took to the streets, blocking the Akure-Owo Expressway for several hours in a fiery protest over the abduction of five worshippers from the Celestial Church of Christ during a late-night vigil.
The incident,...
In a closely watched legal proceeding at the Federal High Court in Abuja, Justice Joyce Obehi Abdulmalik has rejected a bail application sought on behalf of former Kaduna State Governor and erstwhile Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nasir El-Rufai, describing the request as “immature” given the current stage...
In a significant development for Nigeria’s law enforcement leadership, President Bola Tinubu has appointed Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) Tunji Disu as Acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP) with immediate effect. This decision comes in the wake of the resignation of former IGP Kayode Egbetokun, whose tenure, which began in...
Another day, another heartbreaking headline from Lagos roads. This time, the grim reaper visited the bustling Badagry Roundabout on Monday morning, claiming three lives in a brutal and sudden accident that has left a community in mourning and raised urgent questions about road safety.
Tragedy struck at approximately 9 am...
Temporary relief proved elusive for former Kaduna State Governor and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mallam Nasiru El-Rufai, as his release from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) late Tuesday night was swiftly followed by his arrest by the Independent Corrupt Practices and...
On Monday the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Abuja announced that roughly 100 United States military personnel and their associated equipment have arrived at Bauchi Airfield. The deployment is being billed as the latest concrete step in an expanding defence cooperation agreement between Nigeria and the United States. While the headlines focus on...
For centuries, the milky, life-giving waters of the Matan Fadan River have whispered stories of peace, community, and incredible feats of strength. This year, those waters roared back to life with a vibrant, defiant energy. Thousands of fishermen, their bodies gleaming under the scorching 39°C (102°F) sun, converged on...
A tense scene unfolded at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Wednesday, as security agents allegedly attempted to detain former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, upon his return from a trip to Cairo, Egypt.
According to a statement by his media aide, Muyiwa Adekeye, operatives approached El-Rufai...
When a regional airline adds a fresh aircraft to its roster, it’s more than a simple purchase—it’s a signal of ambition, confidence, and a promise of better service for the passengers who rely on it. This week, Enugu Air, the fledgling carrier owned by the Enugu State Government, announced that...
On the outskirts of Ogbomoso, a once‑grand residence sits hidden beneath a tangle of vines and scrub. For decades, the estate of the late Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola—the last Premier of the Western Region and a towering figure in Nigeria’s early post‑independence politics—has lain abandoned, its walls bearing the scars of...
In a chilling reminder of the escalating violence in Benue State, at least nine worshippers were abducted on Sunday during a church vigil in Ojije, Utonkon District of Ado Local Government Area. The attack, which occurred in the early hours of the morning, has sparked outrage and renewed fears...
In a recent radio interview, US President Donald Trump sparked controversy by labeling Nigeria "a disgrace" and threatening to take military action against Islamist militants in the country. Trump's comments were made in response to the ongoing violence against Christian communities in Nigeria, which he claims the government is...
The Nigerian High Commission in Pretoria, South Africa, has reconnected to electricity after clearing outstanding municipal service debts, according to a recent announcement by the City of Tshwane. The incident, which saw services temporarily disrupted earlier this week, has sparked discussions about the operational challenges faced by Nigeria’s diplomatic...
On the bustling streets of Onitsha’s Main Market, the hum of commerce was once again interrupted by a political debate that has been echoing across the South‑East for months: should the state enforce a full‑day trading ban every Monday?
Last Friday, the Ebonyi Town Union (ETU) in Anambra State took...
The tragic and untimely death of Uchenna Okirie, affectionately known as “Common Man,” has left a profound void in the lives of those who knew him. A Nigerian national studying in the United Kingdom, Okirie was stabbed to death in his student apartment in Norwich in November 2025, sparking...
In a striking political commentary that has sent ripples across Kano State and Nigeria’s broader political landscape, former Governor of Kano State and National Leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has issued a bold warning to Governor Abba Yusuf: his defection to the...
A courtroom in London has become the unlikely stage for a saga of oil, opulence, and alleged corruption that cuts to the heart of Nigeria’s political and economic challenges. At the center of the drama: Diezani Alison-Madueke, a once-powerful Nigerian oil minister accused of accepting bribes in exchange for...
When a man from a modest Igbo community in Anambra State posted a tear‑stained video on Instagram, the clip instantly went viral. Kingsley Ughelumba, father of Premier League defender Calvin Bassey, begged for the chance to see his four sons again after an 18‑year separation. “I am dying in silence,” he...
In a dramatic shift from its earlier stance, the Nigerian military has confirmed that a high-level investigation has linked 16 detained officers to an attempted coup aimed at toppling the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The revelation, made public yesterday by the Director of Defence Information, Major-General Samaila...
In the quiet village of Kurmin Wali, nestled 135 kilometers north of Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, the walls of the Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church still bear the scars of a harrowing Sunday morning. For 60-year-old Sarah Peter—whose real name remains hidden, like the identities of many survivors—the memory of...
As world leaders gather in the snowy Swiss Alps for the 2024 World Economic Forum in Davos, diplomatic tensions are running hotter than the heated conference halls. At the heart of the storm: U.S. President Donald Trump’s increasingly assertive foreign policy agenda—ranging from a controversial push to acquire Greenland...
The Rivers State House of Assembly has taken a dramatic political step by formally initiating impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Oduh. This development, unfolding during a plenary session on Thursday, marks a pivotal moment in the state’s political landscape and raises critical questions about...
A Night of Unthinkable Loss
In the quiet hours of Thursday morning, the close‑knit community of Mangu town, the administrative heart of Mangu Local Government Area (LGA) in Plateau State, was ripped apart by a devastating house fire. Six children—ranging from a newborn of four months to a 12‑year‑old—perished, while...
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested the driver of the ill-fated Lexus SUV involved in the tragic road crash that injured former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua and claimed the lives of two of his close associates on Monday, May 20, 2024.
According to police and family sources,...
In a dramatic escalation of U.S. military involvement in West Africa, former President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he had ordered a “powerful and deadly strike” against Islamic State (ISIS) terrorists in northwestern Nigeria — a move he framed as retaliation for the persecution of Christians in the region....
In a landmark judgment, a Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja has convicted and sentenced the provost of Adonai Advanced Institute of Management, Samson Orijugo, to three years' imprisonment for forgery. The court found Orijugo guilty of forging a notification of result on the letterhead of Lagos State...
ABUJA, Nigeria — In a courtroom echoing with the weight of collective grief, a Catholic priest’s testimony brought the harrowing memory of June 5, 2022, back to life. Speaking behind a protective shield, the anonymous clergyman, referred to as “SSA” in the trial of five alleged Al Shabab members, recounted...
A shocking and disturbing incident has unfolded in Edo State, Nigeria, where a man identified as Osemudiamen has confessed to killing his sister's baby while under the influence of alcohol and a hard substance. The tragic event has sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the dangers of substance abuse...
The joy of academic achievement turned to sorrow as a final-year student of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, lost his life in a fatal road crash. The incident, which occurred on Monday following the completion of final examinations, has sparked outrage and calls for heightened road safety awareness,...
A devastating wave of fear and chaos swept through the Nawfia community in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State on Sunday when an unknown group of armed men unleashed violence near the bustling Afor Market Junction. The attack, which left an unspecified number of people dead and many...
The world of finance is rapidly evolving, with technology promising greater accessibility and efficiency. However, as Senator Adams Oshiomhole of Edo North recently highlighted, this digital revolution comes with its own set of significant risks. His personal experience with hacked Opay and MonePoint accounts has brought a stark reality...
For weeks, the Nigerian music scene has been swirling with unsettling rumors surrounding one of its most revered icons, Innocent Idibia, known globally as 2Face (or 2Baba). The whispers grew louder when the legend dramatically failed to appear at a scheduled concert in London on October 2, 2025.
Now, the...
Abubakar exits on ‘health grounds,’ forcing President Tinubu to fast-track a critical replacement as the nation grapples with severe insecurity.
The security landscape of Nigeria took an abrupt turn this week following the sudden resignation of the Minister of Defence, Badaru Abubakar. Citing immediate health concerns, Abubakar, who has served...
The fragile security situation in Anambra State was thrown into sharp relief today following a brutal attack on the convoy linked to former Governor and current politician, Dr. Chris Ngige. The ambush, which occurred on the busy Nkpor–Nnobi Road in Idemili North Local Government Area, left several people injured...
The air in Istanbul is thick with anticipation, but not just for the approaching colossal derby. Today, Friday, the focus of the entire Galatasaray club is laser-focused on a single muscle: the left hamstring of star striker, Victor Osimhen.
The Super Eagles forward, valued globally at a staggering €100 million,...
Nigeria stands at a critical juncture, grappling with a complex web of security challenges that threaten its stability and development. From the persistent farmer-herder conflicts that have ravaged communities for years to the recent alarming surge in school kidnappings, the need for decisive action has never been more urgent....
