The Osun State Government has unveiled a new security strategy designed to protect mining communities from criminal infiltration, following intelligence reports pointing to emerging threats around key mining locations across the state. Governor Ademola Adeleke announced the initiative during a mining security stakeholders’ conference held in Osogbo, where government officials, security agencies, traditional rulers, mining […]
Popular Nigerian content creator Peller has been granted bail by a Magistrate’s Court in Lagos after spending four days in police detention over allegations linked to obstructing law enforcement officers during an encounter in the state. The court, sitting on Tuesday, admitted the social media personality to bail in the sum of ₦500,000, allowing him […]
Nigeria’s political debate over the performance of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has intensified after the Minister of Works, David Umahi, issued a strong response to members of the Obidient Movement, accusing some supporters of attempting to discredit the administration’s achievements. Speaking during an event in Lagos, Umahi said he would not remain silent while, according […]
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening the Nigerian Army through technology-driven reforms, enhanced military capabilities, and local defence manufacturing as Nigeria continues to confront terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and emerging cross-border security threats. The pledge was made during the grand finale of the 163rd Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL 2026) held […]
As political activities gradually build toward Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has disclosed that he held discussions with Gautier Mignot, focusing on the country’s democratic process and broader Nigeria-European Union relations. The meeting, which took place at Atiku’s residence in Abuja, brought together the former presidential candidate and the Head of […]
The Nigerian government has launched a fresh review of the relationship between global technology companies and the country’s media industry after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu directed the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to investigate allegations involving some of the world’s largest digital platforms. The inquiry follows concerns raised by the Nigerian Press Organisation […]
President Bola Tinubu has defended his administration’s decision to exempt the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) from the Treasury Single Account (TSA) framework, describing the move as a strategic financial reform designed to accelerate infrastructure delivery and reduce administrative bottlenecks in Nigeria’s capital. Speaking during the commissioning of newly completed legal infrastructure projects in Abuja […]
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to reducing flood risks across the state, maintaining that years of investments in drainage infrastructure, environmental enforcement, and wetland protection are helping to lessen the impact of increasingly intense rainfall. The assurance comes amid public concerns following recent flash floods that affected several communities after heavy downpours. […]
Traders operating at the Mowe-Ofada Market in Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State have raised strong objections following the demolition of sections of the market, claiming the operation was carried out in the early hours of Friday without prior notice to affected shop owners. The incident has left hundreds of business owners counting […]
For five travelers heading to different destinations across Nigeria, what began as ordinary road trips ended in one of the most terrifying experiences of their lives. Ambushed by armed kidnappers along the Ogbere section of the Sagamu-Benin Expressway in Ogun State, the victims say they had already accepted death before a dramatic police operation brought […]
Residents of Geidam in Yobe State are assessing fresh losses after suspected Boko Haram insurgents launched a pre-dawn attack that left four vehicles destroyed, including government-owned vehicles and commercial trucks carrying goods belonging to local traders. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Friday, has renewed concerns over the security situation in parts […]
Sani urges youth corps members to turn service year into platform for national impact Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has called on members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) deployed to the state to become active contributors to community growth rather than seeing their service year as just a mandatory assignment. The governor made […]
Nigeria is witnessing a growing migration challenge as thousands of citizens continue to leave the country in search of safety and better economic opportunities, with government records showing that more than 3,000 Nigerians have recently returned from neighbouring African countries. The latest development has renewed concerns about the impact of rising living costs, insecurity, unemployment […]

