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 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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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The Anambra State Government has announced a comprehensive structural safety inspection of commercial buildings in Oko and Amaokpala following the collapse of a three-storey building in Amaokpala, an incident that has renewed concerns over compliance with building regulations in the state. Authorities say the exercise will focus on identifying unsafe structures, particularly those used as […]
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Nigeria’s security challenges have once again taken center stage as the Northern Senators Forum (NSF) publicly endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s decision to expand the Nigerian Army by creating additional divisions and recruiting thousands of new personnel. While welcoming the initiative as a major step toward strengthening national security, the lawmakers emphasized that increasing troop numbers […]
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ABUJA, Nigeria — Fresh information from sources within the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has raised questions over public claims that some political parties complied with the commission’s original deadline for submitting National Assembly candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to multiple officials familiar with the process, no registered political party—including the ruling […]
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Relations between Nigeria and South Africa have entered a new phase of diplomatic strain after President Bola Tinubu reportedly declined to receive a special envoy sent by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, amid renewed outrage over the treatment of Nigerians living in South Africa. The decision comes as Nigerian authorities continue to express concern over […]
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ABUJA, Nigeria — The Federal Government has indicated that members of Nigeria’s Armed Forces could receive another salary increase in the near future, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expected to make an official announcement after ongoing welfare reviews for military personnel. The development was disclosed by the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, during a […]
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ABUJA, Nigeria — Nigeria’s House of Representatives has intensified its investigation into the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) after the Accountant-General of the Federation disclosed that a forged document allegedly bearing the authority of the State House was used to initiate official government processes for the organization. The latest development came during a […]
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Minna, Niger State — The Niger State Government has intensified efforts to tackle insecurity with the launch of a 218-member Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) and the deployment of 12 newly commissioned police operational vehicles aimed at improving security operations across the state. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago unveiled the new security initiative during a ceremony […]
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Cristiano Ronaldo could enter a significantly different phase of his international career following the appointment of Jorge Jesus as Portugal’s new head coach, with former Benfica president Luis Filipe Vieira suggesting the veteran forward may no longer be an automatic starter. The leadership change comes after Portugal’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended […]
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As political conversations surrounding Nigeria’s 2027 general election continue to gain momentum, Labour Party presidential hopeful Peter Obi has renewed his commitment to serving only a single four-year term if elected president. The former Anambra State governor said he has no intention of seeking to remain in office beyond four years, arguing that effective leadership […]
