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Kano TikToker Murja Kunya Sentenced to Six Months for Naira Abuse

A Federal High Court in Kano has sentenced popular TikTok influencer Murja Ibrahim Kunya to six months in prison for violating the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Act by abusing the Naira. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) secured the conviction before Justice Simon Amobeda. Kunya was initially arrested in January 2025 for spraying […]

Buhari Commends Tinubu on Two-Year Anniversary, Urges Continued Support for Reforms

As Nigeria marks President Bola Tinubu’s second year in office on May 29, 2025, former President Muhammadu Buhari has voiced strong support for his successor. In a public statement shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Buhari praised the progress under Tinubu’s leadership while encouraging Nigerians to manage expectations and support ongoing reforms. The […]

CHAN 2024: CAF Unveils Match Officials, Excludes Nigerian Referees

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the lineup of match officials selected to officiate the upcoming 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) — and once again, Nigerian referees have been left out of the list. According to the official CAF press release issued on Wednesday, a total of 58 match officials were selected, comprising […]

Wike Vows Tax Reforms in FCT, Promises Action on Ground Rent Arrears

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to boosting internally generated revenue through taxation, stressing that the FCT, unlike oil-producing states, depends solely on taxes to fund development. Wike highlighted the backlog of unpaid ground rents, some stretching back 20 to 30 years, and noted that although the current administration […]

Lawmakers Launch Investigation Into Deteriorating State of Nigerian Foreign Missions

The House of Representatives has initiated an inquiry into the reported deteriorating conditions of Nigerian foreign missions, especially those located in the United States. In a recent session, the House called on both the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation to take immediate action. Their intervention is […]

Kano Government Issues Stern Warning Against Armed Youth Violence

The Kano State Government has issued a strong warning to youths involved in activities that disrupt the state’s peace and security. This warning came from Air Vice Marshal Ibrahim Umar (rtd), the state’s Commissioner for Internal Security and Special Services, during a recent visit to areas plagued by gang-related disturbances. Among the areas visited was […]

Nigerian Professor Remanded in Custody Over Alleged Forgery and Land Fraud in Abuja

Professor Ibrahim, a faculty member in the Department of Biochemistry at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, alongside Mr. Mubarak Musa Saliu and others still at large, is currently facing trial initiated by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun. The accused are charged on a four-count indictment concerning a land parcel located in Guzape, Abuja, […]

May 30: Abia CP Directs Officers to Safeguard Government Assets

The Commissioner of Police in Abia State, CP Danladi Isa, has issued a directive to Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), and Tactical Team Leaders across the Command to remain highly vigilant and ensure the protection of all government facilities and police formations ahead of May 30, 2025. According to LMSINT MEDIA, the directive comes […]

Matheus Cunha to Undergo Medical at Manchester United as £62.5m Transfer Advances

Matheus Cunha, Wolverhampton Wanderers’ dynamic forward, is on the brink of completing a high-profile move to Manchester United, with the Brazilian attacker expected to undergo medical tests shortly. This development comes after the Red Devils reached an agreement to trigger Cunha’s £62.5 million release clause. The transfer deal, which has seen extensive back-and-forth between both […]

Lamine Yamal’s Lucrative Six-Year Barcelona Contract Unveiled

Fresh insights have surfaced regarding Lamine Yamal’s new long-term deal with FC Barcelona, shedding light on the immense value the club places on the young talent. As per a report from SPORT, the 17-year-old winger has penned a contract that runs through to 2031, placing him among the highest earners in the LaLiga squad. The […]

EPL Update: Amorim Keen on Retaining Bruno Fernandes Despite £100m Saudi Offer

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has emphasized his desire to retain team captain Bruno Fernandes amid swirling transfer speculation. In a press briefing today, Amorim described Fernandes as a pivotal figure in the club’s ongoing project, highlighting the midfielder’s significance to the team’s future plans. This statement comes shortly after rising uncertainty regarding Fernandes’ future, […]

Gunmen Abduct Three Deeper Life Church Members in Ondo After Bible Study Session

Three individuals who are members of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry have been abducted by armed men suspected to be kidnappers in Ondo State. The unfortunate incident occurred while the victims were heading home after attending a Bible study session at the Kasemola area in Ogbese, situated within Akure North Local Government Area. Eyewitness accounts […]

Troops Eliminate Numerous Boko Haram and ISWAP Insurgents in Borno State

In a significant military operation, Nigerian troops under Operation Hadin Kai have successfully neutralized numerous Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) insurgents in New Marte, located within Marte Local Government Area of Borno State. The operation, which commenced at approximately 1:35 a.m. on Tuesday, was a response to a recent incursion by […]