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Ooni of Ife Welcomes New Royal Princess as Palace Announces Safe Delivery

The royal household of the Ooni of Ife has expanded with the arrival of a new princess following the birth of a baby girl to Olori Oluwatosin, a development announced by the palace on Sunday. The announcement was made through the official social media platform of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, where […]

Flash Floods Sweep Across Yobe Communities as Emergency Officials Assess Damage

Heavy rainfall has triggered flash flooding across several communities in Yobe State, leaving many families displaced and causing significant damage to residential properties as emergency officials continue to assess the full extent of the disaster. The Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) confirmed that the flooding followed intense rainfall recorded in different parts of the […]

LAWMA Expands Sanitation Crackdown, Shuts Markets in Alimosho Over Waste Disposal Violations

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has intensified its enforcement of environmental sanitation regulations by sealing several markets, shopping complexes and commercial premises in the Ikotun-Igando axis of Lagos State, signaling a broader campaign against improper waste disposal across the state. The latest enforcement exercise targeted businesses operating along the LASU-Igando Road corridor in Alimosho […]

FCT Minister Wike Defends Political Style, Says Leadership Is Different From Pastoral Ministry

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has defended his often-criticized approach to politics, arguing that political leadership should not be judged by the standards of religious ministry despite his family background. Speaking during a special media chat in Port Harcourt on Saturday, Wike dismissed suggestions that his conduct should reflect that of his late […]

Nigerian Army Rescues 14 Kidnap Victims After Highway Operation on Lagos-Benin Expressway

Benin City, Edo State — Fourteen people abducted by suspected kidnappers along the busy Lagos-Benin Expressway have regained their freedom after Nigerian Army troops launched a rapid rescue operation in Edo State, highlighting ongoing security efforts on one of Nigeria’s most strategic highways. The rescue followed a reported kidnapping incident on Thursday night in Ovia […]

Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election Ambitions Draw Fresh Concerns as Cardinal Onaiyekan Calls for Electoral Reforms

As political discussions ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general election continue to gather momentum, former Archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja, Cardinal John Onaiyekan, has voiced concerns over the country’s electoral environment, warning that public confidence in the democratic process could be weakened if urgent reforms are not implemented. Speaking during a live appearance on […]

Tinubu Disagreed With Catholic Bishops’ Assessment of Nigeria, Says Cardinal Onaiyekan

The meeting between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and leaders of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has continued to generate public discussion after Cardinal John Onaiyekan revealed that the President dismissed the concerns presented by the bishops about the country’s current situation. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Friday, the […]

Alleged Motorist Push From Maryland Bridge Sparks Calls for Investigation in Lagos

A disturbing video circulating on social media has triggered widespread public concern after police officers were accused of pushing a motorist from the Odo Iya Alaro Link Bridge in the Maryland area of Lagos during an enforcement operation linked to an alleged Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lane violation. The incident, which has generated intense reactions […]

COAS Orders Reinforced Security on Borno Aid Routes as Military Moves to Protect Humanitarian Operations

The Nigerian Army has announced fresh security measures in Borno State after the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, directed military commanders to strengthen protection along key humanitarian corridors facing continued terrorist threats. The directive comes as humanitarian agencies continue to deliver life-saving assistance to millions of residents affected by years of […]

Nigeria’s Aviation Ambitions: NAF Logistics Chief Says Policy, Investment Hold Key to Becoming Africa’s Aerospace Hub

Nigeria has the resources, talent, and geographic advantage to emerge as one of Africa’s leading aviation and aerospace centers, but unlocking that potential will require long-term policy consistency, stronger local industry capacity, and greater investment in innovation. That was the central message delivered by Air Vice Marshal A. A. Suleh, Air Officer Commanding of the […]

Real Madrid Secure Carlos Espí After Activating €25m Release Clause in Mourinho’s Squad Rebuild

Real Madrid have completed the signing of promising Spanish striker Carlos Espí after triggering the €25 million release clause in his contract with Levante, strengthening their attacking options ahead of the new campaign. The move ends weeks of speculation surrounding the highly rated forward, who had also attracted interest from several Premier League clubs. Madrid […]

Senator Natasha Urges Nigeria to Apply Reciprocity After Ayra Starr’s South Africa Visa Denial

Nigerian lawmaker calls for diplomatic response as debate over treatment of Nigerian entertainers intensifies Fresh concerns over diplomatic relations between Nigeria and South Africa have emerged after Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan called on the Federal Government to consider reciprocal measures following reports that Nigerian music star Ayra Starr and members of her team were denied South […]

Yobe Police Secure 152 Convictions, Arrest 448 Suspects as Crime Crackdown Intensifies

The Yobe State Police Command says it has strengthened its fight against crime over the past year, securing 152 convictions and arresting 448 suspects in connection with a wide range of criminal offences across the state. The figures, released during a press briefing in Damaturu by the Commissioner of Police, Usman Kanfani Jibrin, provide an […]