Taraba, Nigeria | July 18, 2025 —Nigerian military forces have thwarted a planned terrorist attack on several communities in Taraba State, arresting two suspected insurgents in the process. According to credible security sources, the operation was carried out following actionable intelligence about the movement of a suspected terrorist cell targeting villages in the Lau and
Ijebu-Ode, July 18, 2025 —A group of Isese traditional worshippers in Ogun State has expressed deep dissatisfaction over the reported exclusion of customary rites in the burial proceedings of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona. The revered monarch, who passed away recently at the age of 90, was laid to rest in
In a candid remark that sheds light on the ongoing security challenges in Plateau State, the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Joyce Ramnap, has revealed that most of the attacks carried out by armed assailants often take place in remote and difficult-to-access areas—locations where security agencies struggle to respond promptly. Speaking on the disturbing
Abuja, July 18, 2025 —The Abuja Federal High Court has ordered the arrest and production of a surety who stood for a British national accused in the $9.6 billion Process and Industrial Developments (P&ID) fraud case but failed to ensure the defendant’s court appearance. The surety, identified as an Abuja-based businessman, was apprehended and brought
Lagos, July 18, 2025 —Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has officially commissioned a community radio station and a newly constructed ultra-modern market in Mushin Local Government Area, as part of efforts to enhance local development and boost grassroots communication and commerce. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony held on Thursday in Mushin, Governor Sanwo-Olu
Manchester City have confirmed the permanent transfer of defensive midfielder Máximo Perrone to Italian Serie A club Como for a fee reported to reach £13 million. The Premier League champions have also secured a 30% sell-on clause in the deal. The Argentine youngster, who joined City in January 2023, makes the switch to Como where
Lagos, July 18, 2025 —The Lagos State Government, in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), has renewed calls for deeper investment in youth development and empowerment as part of the activities marking the 2025 World Population Day. Themed “Harnessing the Power of the Youth: Pathway to Prosperity”, the event held in Lagos brought
Abuja, July 18, 2025 —The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has sharply criticized former presidential spokesperson, Mr. Femi Adesina, following his recent remarks suggesting that former President Muhammadu Buhari could have died in a Nigerian hospital if he had not sought medical care abroad during his tenure. Adesina, who served as Special Adviser on Media and
Abuja, July 18, 2025 —The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has revealed that it has received a total of 134 applications from groups seeking registration as political parties in Nigeria. This disclosure comes as the Commission announced the extension of the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in Anambra State. The extension is aimed at
Lagos, July 18, 2025 —Former Super Eagles striker, Odion Ighalo, has urged Napoli forward Victor Osimhen to consider dumping Europe for a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League, emphasizing the financial advantages of playing in the Gulf region. Speaking during a recent interview, Ighalo, who previously played for Al-Shabab and Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia,
