Nigerian Government Maintains Firm Stance Against Paying Ransom to Kidnappers

Nigeria’s Federal Government has once again made its position clear regarding the payment of ransom to kidnappers and terrorist groups. The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, has firmly reiterated that the government does not negotiate with criminals nor authorize ransom payments under any circumstance. Speaking during an interview with BBC Hausa, the defence minister […]

US Military Strike in Venezuela Left 47 Soldiers Dead, Government Says

A devastating United States military operation earlier this month that resulted in the removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro claimed the lives of 47 members of Venezuela’s armed forces, the country’s defense ministry reported Friday. According to officials in Caracas, the updated fatality figure marked a significant rise from the initial tally of 23 soldiers. […]

Police Pay ₦310,000 to Truck Drivers After Protest Blocks Bauchi–Jos Road

Truck drivers on Friday caused a major disruption along the busy Bauchi–Jos highway after staging a protest at the Miri axis of Bauchi metropolis. The demonstration followed an incident in which a colleague’s truck tyre was reportedly damaged during an encounter with revenue enforcement officials. According to reports, the affected driver was approaching Bauchi from […]

Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Tinubu, Shettima, Governors, Others Honour Fallen Heroes

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has led Vice President Kashim Shettima, state governors, and other senior government officials in honouring Nigeria’s fallen military heroes, assuring that their sacrifices in defending the nation’s unity, peace, and sovereignty will never be forgotten. In a message commemorating the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance and Celebration Day (AFRCD), the President reiterated […]

South Korea’s Former President Yoon Suk Yeol Sentenced to Five Years in Prison Over Martial Law Case

Seoul, South Korea – A South Korean court has handed former President Yoon Suk Yeol a five-year prison sentence after finding him guilty of multiple offenses related to his controversial declaration of martial law in December 2024. The ruling marks a significant chapter in the country’s ongoing political and legal turmoil. The Central District Court […]

Why the Military Performs Better Under Democracy – Defence Minister Explains

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), has stated that the nation’s military functions more effectively under a democratic system of government. According to him, Nigeria consistently experiences greater stability, accountability, and progress whenever democratic leadership is firmly in place. General Musa made this assertion on Thursday during an interview on Prime Time, a […]

Kebbi Govt Probes School Fire Incidents, Sets Up High-Powered Safety Committee

The Kebbi State Government has taken decisive action following a series of fire outbreaks reported in schools across the state, declaring that the safety of learners and educators must never be compromised. In response to the incidents, the state government has approved the formation of a high-level investigative committee tasked with examining the causes of […]

South-East Records Improved Christmas Security After Simon Ekpa’s Arrest – Defence Minister

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), has stated that the South-East region of Nigeria experienced a noticeably calmer and safer Christmas celebration following the arrest of separatist agitator, Simon Ekpa. According to the defence minister, the security improvement recorded during the festive period highlighted the impact of decisive law enforcement actions against individuals […]

Hardship: How South-East Residents Endured 2025

ENUGU — For many residents across Nigeria’s South-East region, the year 2025 will remain deeply associated with severe economic pressure and widespread hardship. Residents described the year as one of the most difficult periods in recent history, particularly for artisans, petty traders, and low-income earners who were frequently harassed, displaced, and subjected to multiple forms […]

Defence Minister Promises Enhanced Security for Schools Nationwide

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening security around schools across Nigeria in order to guarantee a safe, stable, and supportive learning environment for students. The minister made this assurance on Wednesday in Abuja while receiving an award from the National Parents Teachers Association of Nigeria […]

Owo Church Attack Survivor Tells Court How She Lost Both Legs and One Eye

A prosecution witness on Wednesday narrated before the Federal High Court in Abuja how the June 5, 2022 attack on St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State permanently altered her life. The witness, identified in court as SSD, a trained nurse and resident of Owo, gave her testimony during the ongoing terrorism trial […]

Sowore’s ₦1.2bn Suit Against IGP, AGF Over Arrest Adjourned to March 10, 2026

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has adjourned the hearing of a ₦1.2 billion fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by former presidential candidate and activist, Omoyele Sowore, against the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF). Justice Mohammed Garba Umar announced that the matter would now come up […]

Insecurity: Niger Government Directs Kainji Lake Settlements to Vacate Within Two Months

The Niger State Government has issued a clear two-month ultimatum to individuals residing in small settlements and hamlets around the Kainji Lake axis, directing them to vacate the area ahead of an organised resettlement process to be coordinated by the Emirate Council. This directive was disclosed in an official statement released on Wednesday by the […]