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Kwara state,Nigeria: Gunmen launched a deadly attack on Ilesha Baruba Motor Park in Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State, leaving six people dead and two others critically injured. The assailants, said to be ten in number, opened fire indiscriminately at a relaxation spot within the park, according to the spokesperson for the Kwara State…
Nigeria: The post-Eid-el-Fitr workweek has begun, with civil servants across the country resuming duties after the holidays However, a visit to the Federal Secretariat in Abuja revealed a low turnout of workers, with some offices locked and car parks quieter than usual. Some workers attributed the low attendance to ongoing annual leave, while others seemed…
Lagos, Nigeria — Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, has responded to widespread online ridicule over his spoken English with a fiery comeback, emphasising legacy over language. In a viral video clip from a recent public gathering, the transport union boss addressed critics who mocked a slip he made while speaking English, particularly his…
US – Gold reached $3,500 an ounce for the first time Tuesday, as US President Donald Trump’s tariffs and verbal attack against the Federal Reserve sent investors snapping up the safe haven asset. The precious metal reached an all-time high $3,500.10 an ounce before pulling back to $3,467.87. Gold has hit a series of record…
Lagos, Nigeria — The 17-year-old boy who gained national attention after standing in front of the convoy of Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, during the 2023 election campaign, Quadri Alabi, has revealed a harrowing experience of being detained and made to clean faeces all day at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre in Lagos. Alabi made…
African – As the Catholic world continues to mourn the passing of Pope Francis, preparations are underway for one of the Church’s most sacred and secretive processes; the election of a new pope. Cardinals from across the globe are set to enter the Sistine Chapel for the conclave, where they will select the next pontiff…
Pope – The following are some of the major events of the life and ministry of Pope Francis, who died at the age of 88. 1936 December 17 – Jorge Mario Bergoglio is born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the son of Italian immigrants. 1969 December 13 – Ordained a priest. 1973 July 31 – Becomes…
Sokoto, Nigeria — The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Hassan Kukah, has issued a heartfelt plea to President Bola Tinubu to take urgent and decisive action to rescue Nigeria from what he described as the grip of murderers, ravenous and a deepening culture of savagery. In his Easter message, Bishop Kukah appealed to President Tinubu,…
New York, USA — Renowned Nigerian chess advocate and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, Tunde Onakoya, has made global headlines by officially breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon, emphasizing the power of purpose-driven action. The historic feat was achieved in collaboration with U.S.-based chess master, Shawn Martinez, as both players…
Lagos,Nigeria: A devastating building collapse occurred in the Ojodu-Berger area of Lagos State on Saturday, prompting a swift response from emergency services According to the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), five individuals have been rescued from the rubble of the collapsed building, which housed a restaurant on Oremeta Street. Rescue Operations LASEMA Permanent…
Anambra state,Nigeria: The Anambra State Police Command has achieved significant milestones in its efforts to combat crime and enhance security in the state In a daring rescue operation, a joint security team comprising police operatives and local vigilante members successfully freed two kidnapped victims in Ihiala. Rescue Details The victims were abducted by kidnappers who…
Russian, Nigeria: Despite Vladimir Putin’s declaration of a 30-hour Easter truce, Russian attacks continue on multiple frontlines, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky Zelensky stated that Ukraine would reciprocate if Russia genuinely commits to a complete ceasefire. Competing Claims Putin expects Ukraine to adhere to the truce, while Russia remains prepared to respond to any…
Osun state, Nigeria: A tragic accident on Ife-Ilesa Road in Osun State claimed five lives, including a baby girl, after a trailer crushed a Toyota Hilux vehicle The Federal Road Safety Corps confirmed the incident, attributing the cause to over-speeding and traffic violation. The injured were rushed to a nearby hospital, while the corpses…
Nigeria: Catholic Archbishop of Abuja, Ignatius Kaigama, has called on leaders to emulate Jesus Christ’s selflessness as Christians mark In his Easter message, Kaigama condemned recent violent incidents, including killings in Uromi and Plateau State, and urged immediate action. Economic Hardship He expressed concern over economic hardship and hunger, calling on government, faith-based groups, and…
Nigeria: The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced the introduction of computer-based testing (CBT) and individualized question formats for the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE According to Dr. Amos Dangut, Head of WAEC’s Nigeria National Office, the move aims to curb examination malpractice and enhance the credibility of the exam. Key…
Nigeria: The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged the Jigawa State government to declare a state of emergency on polio and routine immunization According to UNICEF, this move is crucial to sustaining efforts toward polio eradication in the state. State Counterpart Funding Sought UNICEF also called on the state government to release counterpart funding…
Anambra state, Nigeria: The Anambra State Police Command has appealed for calm following the tragic shooting of a young woman, Chiamaka Okeke, by an unidentified security operative at Ibeto Junction, Nnewi, on Monday, April 15 The incident sparked widespread outrage among residents, who were concerned about the alleged reckless actions of the officer involved. According…
Nigeria: The National Industrial Court has delivered a landmark judgment ordering the Nigerian Navy to recognize Captain Dada Olaniyi Labinjo as a retired Vice-Admiral The court ruled that Labinjo was wrongfully dismissed and directed the Navy to grant him all corresponding rights and benefits. The judgment, delivered in Abuja, brings an end to Labinjo’s 24-year…
Nigeria: The Nigerian Navy’s Maritime Component of Operation AWATSE has successfully intercepted 1,306 bags of smuggled foreign parboiled rice at Majidun Community in Ikorodu West Local Government Area of Lagos State The seizure was made on April 12, 2025, during a routine security and anti-smuggling operation. According to Commodore Paul Ponfa Nimmyel, Commander of Nigerian…
Katsina state, Nigeria: The Katsina State Police Command has apprehended two suspected car thieves and recovered a stolen green Toyota Corolla LE. Mubarak Kabir and Adamu Hashim, both residents of Kano State, were arrested during a routine patrol in Birnin Kuka village, Mashi Local Government Area. According to the police, the suspects attempted to bribe…
Yobe Nigeria — The recovery of 54 stolen livestock including 47 sheep, 4 rams, 2 goats, and 1 donkey from suspected thieves in the state was announced by State Police Command in yobe. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, SP Dungus Abdulkarim, said a 38-year-old suspect, Ibrahim Umaru of Jammel Village, Jacusko local…
Lagos Nigeria — The National Intelligence Service of the Republic of Korea (NIS) has commended Nigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), for its exceptional effort and professionalism in apprehending a wanted 59-year-old drug baron Ogbonnaya Kevin Jeff whose 17 years of hiding in the dark to ship illicit drugs worth billions of naira across…
Ondo, Nigeria — The Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has declared that his administration will not allow criminals to find comfort in the state, assuring that those who recently infiltrated the state’s forests and farmsteads are already “facing the heat.” In an interactive session with youth groups in Akure, the state capital, Aiyedatiwa reaffirmed…
America — Meta Platforms Inc. headed to court on Monday in a major antitrust trial that could force the company to separate from Instagram and WhatsApp, two platforms it bought over a decade ago and transformed into global social media giants. Meta defended its actions, saying Instagram and WhatsApp face fierce competition from TikTok, YouTube,…
Nigeria: Singer Katy Perry is set to join an all-woman crew on a Blue Origin spaceflight, scheduled to launch from West Texas on Monday The mission, aboard the New Shepard rocket, will take Perry and five other women to the edge of space, exceeding 100 kilometers above Earth’s surface. The crew includes Lauren Sanchez, Jeff…
Kwara state, Nigeria: The Kwara State Police Command has arrested popular musician Habeeb Okikiola, known as Portable, following a petition by fellow musician Okunola Saheed, also known as Osupa Portable faces allegations of criminal defamation, threat to life, incitement, character assassination, and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace. According to police spokesperson Adetoun…
Nigeria: The Nigerian Presidency has downplayed a recent US federal court ruling ordering the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to release investigative files connected to President Bola Tinubu’s alleged drug involvement in the 1990s. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga stated that the documents in question are decades old and contain…
Plateau state,Nigeria: Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has visited Plateau State to commiserate with victims of recent attacks in Bokkos The attacks left several people dead and many others displaced. Obi met with Governor Caleb Mutfwang and interacted with affected residents, expressing concern over the humanitarian impact of the…
Plateau state, Nigeria: At least 40 people have been killed in an attack on the Zike community in Plateau State’s Bassa Local Government Area. Gunmen launched the assault in the early hours of the day, sparking sporadic shootings that left residents fleeing for their lives. Local vigilantes intervened and repelled the attackers, but not before…
Kwara state, Nigeria: At least eight job applicants out of 1,800 shortlisted for positions in the Kwara Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) have tested positive for banned substances, including benzodiazepine, tramadol, cotinine, marijuana and amphetamine. According to TESCOM Chairman Bello Abubakar, these applicants will be disqualified and replaced by the next best candidates from their respective…
Nigeria : The All Progressives Congress (APC) has thrown its weight behind the creation of Anioma State, with APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, describing the proposal as a “done deal” backed by the party leadership and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration The endorsement came during a rally in Agbor, Delta State, where thousands of…
