The Tiv and Fulani communities in Gassol local government council of Taraba State have signed a peace accord to end the recurring clashes between the two ethnic groups The exercise, which was facilitated by the leadership of the 6 Brigade/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke, OPWS, led by Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, on Monday, was […] More
The Chairman of Nigerian Medical Association, Abia State, Dr Ezinwa Ezuruike has called on the Abia State Civil Service Commission and other concerned agencies to resume the process for the recruiting of 771 health workers which was approved by Governor Alex Otti. Dr Ezuruike, who made the call in Umuahia, expressed surprise at the sudden […] More
The second batch of 548 pilgrims from Kwara State has returned to Ilorin, the state capital, after successfully performing the 2025 Hajj rites in Saudi Arabia. The pilgrims, along with one participant from Ondo State and three accompanying officials, were conveyed by Max Airline and arrived at the Babatunde Idiagbon International Airport, Ilorin, at precisely […] More
Traders at Ariaria International Market, Aba, Abia State, have established a 24-man ethics and quality control taskforce to prevent the influx of fake, substandard and expired products into the market. The Chairman, Ariaria International Market, Mr. Michael Aniorji who made this known in his office on Monday, said it was to protect customers and consumers […] More
The Benue State Police Command has launched a joint search-and-rescue operation involving drones and tactical ground forces to locate 12 individuals abducted by armed men in Okpokwu Local Government Area. The victims — 11 passengers and a driver were travelling in a Benue Links Transport Company bus when they were ambushed around 6:30 p.m. on […] More
The Lagos State government, through the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development, has sealed off Timeless and Iceland beaches for contravening regulations. Additionally, stop-work orders were served to 180 other buildings in the Okun-Ajah area for various infractions. The ministry said this action was taken due to their failure to comply with previous summons regarding encroachment […] More
According to the 2025 Global Firepower Index, Nigeria has emerged as the third most powerful military force in Africa, behind only Egypt and Algeria. The ranking evaluates over 60 factors, including manpower, equipment, logistics, financial stability, and geography, to determine the military strength of 145 countries globally. Top 10 African Military Powers in 2025: 1. […] More
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) anticipates a significant rise in revenue, estimating it to reach ₦1,279,894,610,343 in 2025. This marks a 40% increase compared to the ₦894,864,254,591 generated in 2024. The Authority noted that this ambitious goal relies on comprehensive modernization initiatives, the complete start-up of marine operations at the Dangote Refinery, and the application […] More
Following a recent development, Reno Omokri confirmed in a video that his X account was hacked. He, however, stated he’s working to recover it. The former presidential aide did not name those directly responsible; he, however, suggested that the breach may be linked to ongoing political hostilities. He accused supporters of a “failed presidential candidate” […] More
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Israel and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire, marking a potential de-escalation in one of the most dangerous flashpoints in global geopolitics. According to Trump, the ceasefire is scheduled to take effect in six hours. Trump said: “CONGRATULATION TO EVERYONE! Both parties have agreed to stand down. The […] More
Former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has disclosed that he turned down an offer from Atiku Abubakar, the 2019 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), to serve as his spokesperson during the election. Omokri, who served as a media adviser to former President Goodluck Jonathan, made the revelation during an interview, where he spoke […] More
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Umar Isa, in connection with an alleged $7.2 billion fraud linked to the controversial rehabilitation of the Kaduna, Warri, and Port Harcourt refineries. Sources within the anti-graft agency confirmed that Isa was […] More
