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Naval Rating Arrested for Killing Son of Former Chief of Naval Staff, Confesses to Crime

Naval Rating Abdurasheed Mohammed has confessed to killing Aminu Ibrahim, son of Vice Admiral Ishaya Ibrahim.

3 weeks ago

Shi’ites Condemn Police For Parading Members Without Hijab, Call It Blasphemous

The IMN has denounced police for allegedly removing Hijabs from Muslim women in detention, calling it a grave religious abuse.

3 weeks ago

Atiku Slams New Age Limit Policy For Higher Education, Calls It ‘Stone Age’ Regulation

Atiku has argued that the new tertiary institution age limit policy restricts access to education and undermines intellectual freedom.

3 weeks ago

Incident of Toddler Locked in Plane Toilet Sparks Debate in China

Incident involving a crying toddler locked in an aeroplane toilet has sparked a heated debate on managing children in public.

3 weeks ago

Nigeria’s Non-Oil Exports Generated $2.7bn In H1 2024, Export Council Reveals

The NEPC reported a 6.26% increase in non-oil exports, reaching $2.7bn in H1 2024, driven by diversification into semi-processed products

3 weeks ago

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Under Investigation in France for Organised Crime Allegations 

France has placed Telegram founder Durov under formal investigation over allegations of complicity in organised crime and illicit transactions.

3 weeks ago

Senate Rejects Donald Duke’s Criticism, Says It Can Screen, Confirm Acting CJN After Swearing-In

EXCERPT: The Senate has asserted its legislative authority to screen Justice Kekere-Ekun, countering claims that President Tinubu's swearing-in was improper

3 weeks ago

Oil Marketers Endorse Naira-Based Crude Sales, Call for Border Security Overhaul To End Smuggling

NOGASA has supported the federal government's push for naira transactions in oil sales, stressing the need to combat fuel smuggling.

3 weeks ago

Rema Joins Governor Obaseki For Groundbreaking Of Edo Arena, Pledges To Support Youth Empowerment

Governor Obaseki and afrobeat star Rema break ground on the Edo Arena, set to boost tourism, events in Edo State.

3 weeks ago

NNPC-NIPCO Gas Joint Venture Unveils Lekki Power Plant To Boost Industrial Growth

NNPC Gas Marketing and NIPCO Gas have inaugurated a significant gas project to power industries at Lekki Free Trade Zone.

3 weeks ago

NCC Sets September 14 Deadline For NIN-SIM Linkage, Urges Compliance To Enhance National Security

The NCC has announced September 14 as the new deadline for NIN-SIM linkage, emphasising the importance of national security.

3 weeks ago

Ukraine Intensifies Long-Range Drone Attacks on Russia with Western Tech Support 

Despite concerns of escalation, Western companies like Palantir are reportedly providing critical support for Ukraine’s drone strikes against Russia.

3 weeks ago

Nigeria Pledges to Adhere to September Take-Off of $5bn Africa Energy Bank

Deputy Oil Minister Lokpobiri has assured APPO leadership of Nigeria’s commitment to meet the Africa Energy Bank launch deadline.

3 weeks ago

Women Minister Kennedy-Ohanenye Rejects Loans for Women, Announces US Crop Deal To Combat Poverty

Women Minister Kennedy-Ohanenye has rejected loans for women empowerment, says they don’t favour women.

3 weeks ago

Zimbabwean Bishop Repatriated from Nigeria for Violating Immigration Law

A Zimbabwean Bishop, Eben Nhiwatawi has been repatriated from Nigeria for violating immigration law.

4 weeks ago

Nigeria’s Defence Chief Musa Visits Niger Junta Leaders To Discuss Security Collaboration 

Nigeria's defence chief Musa has met Niger Republic counterpart, General Barmo, to discuss strengthening military ties, regional security.

4 weeks ago

Interpol Arrests 300 Suspected Black Axe Members In Global Crackdown

Operation Jackal III by Interpol arrested 300 Black Axe members, seized $3 million in assets, and froze 700 bank accounts.

4 weeks ago

Gbajabiamila: No Timeline Set for Oronsaye Report Implementation

“We don’t want to sacrifice thoroughness on the altar of anxiety. It’ll be done soon," Gbajabiamila said on the Oronsaye…

4 weeks ago

Udenta: Liberal Democracy in Nigeria Is Under Severe, Sustained Threat

Udenta has warned that liberal democracy in Nigeria is under severe and sustained threat, with democratic values eroding rapidly.

4 weeks ago

Katsina Unveils 30-Day Operation To Tackle Resurgence of Banditry 

Katsina State has initiated 30-day security operation across 19 LGAs, focusing on community-based intelligence and collaboration

4 weeks ago