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Police dismiss reports of bandit invasion in Kwara community
The Kwara State Police Command has dismissed reports of a bandit invasion in Oke-Oyi, Ilorin East Local Government Area, warning against the spread of false information capable of causing panic and public disorder. The command also said it had begun efforts to identify and prosecute the individual responsible for triggering the alarm, which temporarily disrupted […]
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NDC reveals why Peter Obi, Kwankwaso will be exempted from anti-defection oath
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, says its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, will not sign the party’s newly introduced anti-defection oath. The party’s national spokesman, Ikenna Enekweizu, revealed this on Wednesday in an interview on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television. Enekweizu defended the legality of the measure, noting […]
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Japa: Only 55,000 doctors left for 220m Nigerians
Medical doctors have raised an alarm that the country’s healthcare system is facing a dangerous manpower crisis, with only about 55,000 doctors left to serve a population of more than 220 million people. They raised the alarm at the Ordinary General Meeting and Scientific Conference of the Association of Resident Doctors, ARD, Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, FNPH, […]
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Ekiti Decides: Security forces mobilise as INEC moves sensitive materials today
With just two days to the June 20 governorship election in Ekiti State, security agencies, electoral officials and civil society groups have intensified preparations for what is expected to be one of Nigeria’s most closely watched off-cycle elections. The Independent National Electoral Commission will begin the movement of sensitive election materials to the 16 local […]
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Nigeria’s future prosperity depends on digital technology — FG
The Federal Government on Wednesday said Nigeria’s future economic growth, competitiveness, and public service delivery will be driven largely by the country’s ability to harness digital technology. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, stated this while declaring open the Digital Transformation Summit 2026 in Abuja. Akume, who also serves as Chairman […]
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BREAKING: Alison-Madueke cleared of all charges in UK court
Former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has been cleared of all six bribery-related charges by a jury at a London court on Wednesday. Jurors at Southwark Crown Court found her not guilty of five counts of accepting bribes and a ​charge of conspiracy to commit bribery. Alison-Madueke served as Nigeria’s oil minister under former […]
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Natasha’s Suspension Forgery Allegation: ‘We’ll review Oshiomhole’s comments’ – Senate
The Senate spokesperson, Yemi Adaramodu, has said that allegations of signature forgery made by Senator Adams Oshiomhole (Edo North) on the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) will be reviewed. Adaramodu said this in an interview with The Cable. He said: “The Senate will take a cursory look at either extraneous, spontaneous, or intentional comments […]
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Breaking: Appeal Court suspends execution of judgment against ADC, 4 others
ABUJA — The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered the stay of execution of the judgment that directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties. In a unanimous decision, a three-member panel of the appellate court, led by Justice A. B. Mohammed, berated […]
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Police confirm three security operatives killed in NIPSS gunmen attack
The Plateau State Police Command has confirmed that three security operatives were killed in an attack on the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, in the early hours of Monday. In an information update in Jos on Tuesday, signed by the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Alfred Alabo, the command said, “The […]
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How troops rescued Gen Rabe’s wife after being shot by bandits
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have rescued Amina Abubakar, the wife of retired Major General Abubakar Rabe, who was abducted alongside her husband by bandits in Katsina. The rescue followed a fierce encounter between troops and armed bandits during a search-and-rescue operation in Matazu Local Government Area of the state. Military sources told Zagazola Makama […]
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Osun declares Wednesday public holiday for Islamic new year
Osun State Government has announced that Wednesday will be observed as a public holiday to commemorate Hijira 1448AH. The was contained in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Rasheed Aderibigbe, obtained in Osogbo on Tuesday. Aderibigbe explained that the celebration marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year. “Osun State Government is […]
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No difference between Tinubu, Obi, Kwankwaso, they’re part of Nigeria’s problem – Valentine Ozigbo
Former Anambra State governorship candidate and founder of the Valiant Movement, Valentine Ozigbo, has said there is little difference between Nigeria’s leading political figures, including President Bola Tinubu, Peter Obi, and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, describing them as part of the country’s current problems. Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Monday, Ozigbo said Nigeria’s political […]
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Party deregistration ruling violates Appeal Court order, says Adeleke
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has described the judgement of the Federal High Court deregistering five political parties, including his party, Accord, as an abuse of court process and a direct violation of a subsisting order of the Court of Appeal. In a statement issued in response to the ruling, the governor said the Appeal […]
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Court adjourns El-Rufai’s trial to June 24
A federal court sitting in Kaduna under Justice Hauwau Buhari has adjourned the case of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, who is facing charges of alleged abuse of office, fraud, and financial misconduct filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to June 24. The trial could not be held […]
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Osun CP dismisses calls for his redeployment
The Commissioner of Police, Osun State Command, Ibrahim Gotan, has stated that calls for his removal in certain quarters will inspire him to be better at his job. CP Gotan also stated that the agitation for his removal is part of the fundamental human rights of residents. The Osun police boss stated this during a […]
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Osun APC leaders demands investigation over Ataoja’s attempted assassination claim
The alleged assassination attempt on the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji, has sparked calls for an investigation and renewed political tension in Osun State. With the monarch recounting his ordeal, the All Progressives Congress, APC, leadership in Osogbo, while questioning the circumstances surrounding the claim, demanded a thorough probe and criticised Governor Ademola Adeleke’s […]
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Police debunk video claiming 300 Lakurawa terrorists entered Oyo
The Oyo State Police Command has debunked a viral video alleging the movement of about 300 Lakurawa terrorists into the state. The Command described the video as false, misleading, and deliberately designed to cause fear and panic among residents. This was contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the state Police Public Relations Officer, […]
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11 burial guests feared dead in Benue boat accident
No fewer than 11 people, including a pregnant woman and six children, were feared dead when a boat conveying them from a burial ceremony capsized on the River Benue in Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State. According to a local source who simply identified himself as Daniel, the incident occurred on Saturday night. Daniel […]
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Police arrest man with 150 live venomous scorpions in luggage
South African authorities have arrested a 28-year-old man after discovering 150 live venomous scorpions concealed inside his luggage at Cape Town International Airport. The suspect was apprehended on Friday following an intelligence-led operation involving members of the Kuilsriver Stock Theft and Endangered Species Unit and conservation officials from Cape Nature. According to police, officers acted […]
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Ondo: Traditional ruler kidnapped by gunmen, police launch manhunt
Fresh concerns over insecurity in Ondo State have emerged following the abduction of a traditional ruler, Adeniyi Adelana, by armed men who stormed his residence in Ode Oriya community, Owo Local Government Area. The incident occurred on Saturday night when the attackers reportedly invaded the community and forcefully whisked the 60-year-old monarch into a nearby […]
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Updated: EU chief hails US-Iran deal to end war, reopen Hormuz
The United States President, Donald Trump, on Saturday announced that a peace agreement aimed at ending the Middle East conflict is scheduled to be signed on Sunday, a development he said would result in the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping. European Union chief, Antonio Costa, on Monday welcomed a deal […]
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Kemi Badenoch: Nigeria is an oil producing country but never had electricity
Kemi Badenoch, leader of the United Kingdom’s Conservative Party, says Nigeria’s status as an oil-producing country has not translated into reliable electricity for its citizens. Badenoch grew up in Nigeria before returning to the UK as a teenager to continue her studies. Asked in an interview with The Spectator about how her upbringing in Nigeria shaped her […]
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Nigerian inmates in Ethiopia celebrate prisoner transfer deal
Nigerian inmates at Aba Samuel Prison in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, have expressed excitement following the signing of a bilateral Prisoner Transfer Agreement between Nigeria and Ethiopia. The agreement, facilitated by the Federal Government through the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Ojukwu, will allow eligible Nigerian prisoners serving sentences in Ethiopia to be transferred […]
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Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar reportedly killed by bandits
Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, a former Director of Defence Information, has reportedly been killed while in captivity after being abducted by bandits in Katsina State. The Katsina State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasir Mu’azu Danmusa, confirmed the development on Saturday, according to reports. Danmusa said, “Security authorities had received information […]
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Army Arrests Alleged Fake Major General in Kaduna
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a man in Kaduna State for allegedly impersonating a retired Major General. Troops of the 312 Artillery Regiment apprehended the suspect deployed at the Strike Force Base in the Sabo area of Kaduna following intelligence reports. The arrest reportedly occurred on June 11. Military sources disclosed that the suspect had been […]
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Elon Musk becomes world’s first trillionaire as SpaceX raises $75bn via IPO
Elon Musk, chief executive officer (CEO) of Tesla, has become the world’s first trillionaire after the successful initial public offering (IPO) of SpaceX. According to Bloomberg on Friday, Musk’s net worth climbed to $1 trillion on Friday, from $707 billion on Wednesday. On Thursday, Reuters said SpaceX, an aerospace manufacturer, set a price of $135 per share […]
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‘Stop faulting outcome, elections are imperfect’ – Fashola tells opposition
Former Lagos State governor and ex-Minister of Works, Housing and Power, Babatunde Fashola, has described elections as inherently imperfect exercises, urging Nigerians to recognise the complexities involved in conducting nationwide polls and to focus on strengthening democratic institutions beyond the electoral process. Fashola made the remarks on Friday while speaking at The Platform, a public […]
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World Child Labour Day: First Lady urges protection of children’s rights
Children should be in classrooms, playgrounds, and safe environments—not in workplaces or forced labour situations, First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, said on Friday as the nation joined the global community to mark the 2026 World Day Against Child Labour. In a message commemorating the annual observance, Mrs. Tinubu called for renewed commitment to protecting […]
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