AFRICA

NSA, Service Chiefs, Northern Governors Meet Behind Closed Doors Over Rising Insecurity

Nigeria's Defence Headquarters says security forces are receiving foreign support and intelligence.

6 months ago

Olubadan Dies At 81, Oyo Governor Makinde Mourns Ibadan Monarch 

“A mighty Iroko has fallen; Oba Dr. Balogun has joined the ancestors," Governor Makinde said.

6 months ago

Kaduna Students’ Kidnappers Reportedly Demand N1bn To Release Hostages

A Reuters report says bandits have threatened to kill abducted pupils if N1bn ransom isn't paid by March 27.

6 months ago

We’ll Support Any Option Taken By Nigeria on State Police, US Says

The US said it won't dictate to Nigeria on what to do regarding State Police.

6 months ago

Tinubu Breaks Fast With Governors At Presidential Villa 

Governors from across the country assembled inside the New Banquet Hall for the breaking of fast with the president.

6 months ago

Former Lawmaker Oyebamiji Jailed 16 Months For Defamation, Forgery

The former House of Representatives member found guilty of threat to murder, got the option of N500,000 fine.

6 months ago

Remi Tinubu Reiterates Call For Stiffer Penalty For Kidnappers

Nigeria's First Lady says the country is at war with kidnappers.

6 months ago

Tinubu Administration Will Continue To Work With Intellectuals, Policy Experts For Nigeria’s Growth

Nigeria's vice president received Bruit Costaud, a government affairs outfit led by former information minister Lai Mohammed.

6 months ago

NSCDC Says Efforts in Top Gear to Free Abducted Kaduna Students

NSCDC's boss said collaborative efforts of all security agencies will ensure speedy recovery of the kidnapped Kaduna students.

6 months ago

Katsina Girls Seek Establishment of GBV Referral Centres in LGAs

Beneficiaries of Save Children's Safe Space Adolescent Girls programme spoke at an event to commemorate International Women's Day.

6 months ago