< 1 mn read The Nigerian Army has reported the neutralization of a prominent Boko Haram commander, Abu Rijab, along with other terrorists during an operation in Bula Daloye, Bama Local Government Area of Borno on Saturday. The offensive resulted in the death of three terrorists, the recovery of two AK-47 rifles, and various mobile phones. Additionally, eight terrorists […]

< 1 mn read The pan-Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, has strongly condemned recent calls for Igbo people to vacate Lagos. This follows a social media campaign warning Igbo residents to leave the state and other South-West regions by August 20, 2024. The faceless group behind the campaign has threatened a 10-day protest action to force the departure […]

< 1 mn read Prices of perishable items have sharply decreased in Yobe, Borno, and Adamawa states in recent weeks. In Damaturu, Yobe, a large basket of tomatoes has dropped from ₦120,000 to ₦40,000, and a small basket from ₦75,000 to ₦18,000. Pepper and okra prices have also fallen, though onions have increased from ₦28,000–₦30,000 to ₦50,000 per bag. […]

< 1 mn read Lagos is experiencing severe fuel shortages as many filling stations have run out of stock, leading to long queues and widespread frustration among motorists and commuters. Stations along Ikorodu Road, Bank Anthony, and in Somolu Metropolis have been particularly affected, with some stations forced to close due to chaotic scenes. Illegal fuel hawkers have emerged […]

< 1 mn read The Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) has successfully rescued two siblings, Chijioke George Igwe and Uchenna Augustine Igwe, who were kidnapped by gunmen in Anambra State. The brothers were taken from their vehicle at Nkwelle-Ezunaka on August 16 while returning from a wedding. The NHFSS operatives, responding swiftly to a distress call, tracked […]

< 1 mn read Urgent demands have emerged for independent management at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and other key oil and gas agencies. These calls follow allegations by Dangote Group Chairman, Aliko Dangote, who claimed that some NNPCL staff and traders are involved in operating a blending plant in Malta, where adulterated fuel is processed. The […]

< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has authorized the immediate reconstruction of the Wagga bridge, which connects Adamawa and Borno states. Mohammed Goni, Director-General of the North East Development Commission (NEDC), confirmed this decision following a recent inspection of the collapsed bridge in Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa. Goni noted that the bridge had been damaged multiple […]

< 1 mn read Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has announced a major boost for local women and transportation infrastructure in the state. On August 15, 2024, in Yola, Fintiri disbursed ₦500 million to 10,000 women, providing each with ₦50,000 to support or start businesses, thereby promoting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). In addition to the financial […]

< 1 mn read There is a national uproar following the arrest of Alhaji Bashir Hadejia, a former special adviser to the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle. Hadejia, who was apprehended under accusations of treason and subversion against the state, has sparked widespread commotion and demands for accountability from the authorities. Security operatives arrested Hadejia on August […]

< 1 mn read The General Overseer of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), Dr. Daniel Olukoya, has claimed that his ministry has produced the highest number of first-class graduates from Nigerian universities. Speaking at the church’s 35th anniversary on August 18, 2024, Olukoya revealed that he incentivized members to achieve first-class honors by offering car gifts. He […]

< 1 mn read Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has responded to the circulation of campaign posters on social media that suggest he is planning to run for president in 2027. The posters also hinted that Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, would be his running mate. The slogan on the posters read, “For […]

< 1 mn read Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are experiencing relief as the prices of some staple food items have decreased in both the city center and surrounding areas. A survey conducted by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) across several markets, including Apo Fish Market, Dutse, Lugbe, Wuse, Nyanya, and Orange Market, revealed that while […]

< 1 mn read The Attorney General of Ondo State, Dr. Kayode Ajulo (SAN), has called for national honours to be bestowed upon Justice Sylvanus Oriji for his decision to restrict the nationwide protest in Abuja. Justice Oriji, of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, ruled on July 31 to limit the August 1 to August 10 protests to […]

< 1 mn read The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has seized a large consignment of codeine-based syrup valued at ₦6.2 billion at the Port Harcourt Ports Complex in Onne, Rivers State. The operation, which took place on August 14 and 15 in partnership with the Nigeria Customs and other port stakeholders, resulted in the confiscation of 892,400 […]

< 1 mn read Former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani has advised Nigerian state governors to exercise caution when entering into contracts with foreign companies. His warning follows a recent dispute between Nigeria and the Chinese firm Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment Co. Limited, which resulted in a French court ordering the seizure of Nigerian government jets, including a Dassault […]

< 1 mn read Kalu Aja, a financial analyst and educator, has raised questions about the state of Nigeria’s economy, pointing out that President Bola Tinubu managed to purchase a new private jet within just one year despite ongoing inflation and banditry. In a post on his X handle, Aja challenged the narrative of economic hardship by highlighting Tinubu’s […]