A wave of panic swept through Obeiba‑Ihima in Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, after the ancestral family home of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan came under violent attack by unidentified hoodlums. The attackers, said to be armed with machetes and other dangerous weapons, stormed the property in the early hours
Plateau State, June 18, 2025 – In a decisive response to the escalating threat of banditry in Plateau State, combined security forces and local vigilante groups have launched a major offensive targeting armed bandits entrenched in the forested areas of the state. The operation, which began in the early hours of Tuesday, aims to dismantle
Abuja, June 18, 2025 – The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has officially responded to a disturbing video circulating widely on WhatsApp and various social media platforms, showing a school-aged girl allegedly smoking cannabis. The video has sparked widespread concern among parents, educators, and community leaders about the rising exposure of minors to illicit substances. The
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has revealed the reasons behind his aborted visit to Yelewata in Benue State, following the tragic incidents of violence that have left the nation in mourning. The President, speaking in response to inquiries regarding his decision, cited heavy rainfall, poor road conditions, and the distressing images of destruction as key factors
The family compound of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in Ihima, located within the Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State, was once again thrown into chaos on Tuesday night, following a brazen attack by yet-to-be-identified gunmen. The assailants, who reportedly stormed the premises in large numbers, unleashed destruction on the property, breaking windows and damaging several
BRUSSELS, Belgium – Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, international calls are intensifying for an immediate halt to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s military operations, which many fear could lead to catastrophic global consequences. On June 15, 2025, demonstrators gathered in Brussels under the banner of “Red Line for Gaza,” a global campaign advocating
In a bold step toward leveraging technology in the fight against corruption, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to drive innovation-driven anti-corruption strategies. The MOU signing, which took place at NASENI Headquarters, saw the
In a bold effort to curb rising insecurity, the Delta State Government has unveiled an aggressive “bumper-to-bumper” strategy aimed at stamping out criminal elements and restoring public safety. The Director General of Delta State Security, Hon. David Tonwe, made this known while announcing the expanded rollout of Operation Delta Sweep, a tactical initiative focused on
Makurdi, Benue State | June 18, 2025President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting the sanctity of human life above all else, declaring that the value of a single human life far outweighs that of livestock. Speaking during his visit to Benue State where he met with victims of recent violent attacks,
Abuja | June 2025 The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) held a dignified valedictory session in honour of Assistant Comptroller General (ACG) AK Ademola (Rtd), marking the close of a remarkable career in public service. The event, which took place at the NIS Headquarters, brought together top-ranking officers, colleagues, and family members who gathered to celebrate
