West Texas, USA – A proud moment for Nigeria as Owolabi Salis, a US-based Nigerian lawyer and politician, has become the first Nigerian to travel to space. Salis made history on Sunday, July 1, 2025, as one of six space tourists aboard Blue Origin’s NS-33 mission, a private spaceflight operated by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’
Makurdi, July 1, 2025 — Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has reassured National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members posted to the state that their safety and well-being remain top priorities, following recent violent incidents in certain communities. The governor spoke at the closing ceremony of the 2025 Batch A Stream II orientation program held at the
Abuja, July 1, 2025 — The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development have announced a strategic partnership to stage Nigeria’s first-ever International Airshow, scheduled for December 2025, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s aviation history . The partnership was cemented during a courtesy visit by Permanent Secretary Dr. Ibrahim
Abuja, July 1, 2025 — In a continued effort to enhance the welfare of retired police officers, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has received a delegation from the Nigeria Association of Retired Police Officers (NARPON) at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. During the courtesy visit, the NARPON delegation, led by its National President,
Anambra State, July 1, 2025 — The Anambra State Police Command has strongly condemned the recent deadly shooting in Ogboji community, Orumba South Local Government Area, which left residents in shock and mourning. The Command has vowed to track down and bring the perpetrators to justice. The tragic incident occurred on Sunday, June 30, when
Madinah, Saudi Arabia | July 1, 2025 — Renowned Nigerian business mogul and elder statesman, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, was laid to rest on Monday in the sacred city of Madinah, Saudi Arabia, drawing a wave of tributes from high-ranking Nigerian officials, traditional rulers, and dignitaries across the world. The solemn burial ceremony, conducted near
Shinkafi, Zamfara State | July 1, 2025 In what many have described as a dramatic twist of fate, a former bandit-turned-vigilante, Bashir Maniya, has been credited with the killing of one of Nigeria’s most feared bandit leaders, Yellow Danbokolo, during a fierce security operation in Zamfara State. Maniya, however, lost his life in the same
Gombe, July 1, 2025 — A tragic incident occurred in Gombe State over the weekend as four individuals drowned in separate water-related accidents, prompting the state police command to issue a public safety advisory to residents. According to the Gombe State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mahid Muazu Abubakar, the unfortunate incidents were recorded across
Lagos, July 1, 2025 — The Chief Executive Officer of Adidas Global Emerging Markets, Dave Thomas, on Tuesday, paid a courtesy visit to Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at the Lagos House, Marina, in a move seen as part of a broader engagement to deepen corporate presence and investment in Africa’s most dynamic economy. During
Lagos, July 1, 2025 — A Lagos landlady, Mrs. Gloria Unazoi, has officially refuted claims that a recent fire at a fuel station on Old Akute Road, Obawole, Ifako‑Ijaiye, began in her building located directly behind the station. In a letter dated June 26 and issued through her attorneys, Bodunde Bankole & Co (signed by Adedapo Adepegba), Mrs Unazoi
