Killings: US Delegation Holds Talks with Benue Clerics, Monarchs

A United States delegation on a fact-finding mission investigating alleged attacks against Christians in Nigeria visited Benue State on Monday. During their visit, the team met with Catholic bishops and the Tiv traditional ruler to discuss the ongoing security challenges and the reported violence affecting local communities. The meetings aimed to gather first-hand information on […]

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How Bandits Moved From Niger Republic Into Kwara, Niger Forests — And How Police Blocked Their Escape

A new investigation has uncovered how armed bandits crossed from the Niger Republic into Nigeria and settled in forests across Kwara and Niger states — and how security agencies eventually trapped them. According to security sources, the bandits infiltrated the country through porous border routes linking the Niger Republic to Nigeria. They reportedly moved in […]

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Sharia Law Not a Threat to Christians – Bauchi Traditional Leader

A prominent traditional leader in Bauchi State has assured Nigerians that the implementation of Sharia law in the state poses no threat to Christians or followers of other faiths. He explained that Sharia, as practised in Nigeria, is strictly guided by the Constitution and applies only to Muslims who willingly submit to its jurisdiction. According […]

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Many Feared Dead as Gunmen Attack Anambra Community

A quiet night turned tragic in Nawfia, a community in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State, after unknown gunmen invaded the area and unleashed terror on residents. According to eyewitnesses, the armed men stormed the community late in the night, shooting sporadically and causing residents to flee for safety. While the exact number of […]

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Nigeria Will Be Lending to Other Nations by 2026 – Remi Tinubu

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has expressed optimism about the country’s economic future, predicting that Nigeria will soon be in a position to lend funds to other nations. Speaking recently, she highlighted that the nation’s path is leading toward “great prosperity,” signaling a period of significant growth and financial stability. According to Tinubu, these […]

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Fintiri Receives NEAPS Governor of the Year Award for Urban Infrastructure

Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, CON, has once again been honoured by the Nigeria Excellence Awards in Public Service (NEAPS). This marks the third time he is receiving the prestigious national recognition for his remarkable impact on both state and national development. The award, presented on Sunday, December 7th, at the Presidential Villa in […]

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Insecurity: Tinubu Must Act Decisively, Owolabi Salis Warns

Lawyer and public affairs analyst Owolabi Salis has called on President Bola Tinubu to take stronger, more decisive action against Nigeria’s escalating insecurity. Salis urged the government to adopt a more aggressive and proactive strategy, stressing that waiting for a major attack before responding would be a dangerous mistake. He warned that the rising cases […]

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Taraba Governor to Officially Join APC in January 2026

The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Taraba State has confirmed that Governor Agbu Kefas is set to officially join the party in January 2026. The governor had earlier planned to defect to the APC but postponed the move, citing strategic considerations. The APC state leadership welcomed the decision, describing it as a […]

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Hoodlums Attack Anambra Church, Kill Two, Set Buildings Ablaze

In a tragic incident in Anambra State, armed assailants stormed St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, leaving two people dead, including the wife of the parish priest. According to eyewitnesses, the attackers also set fire to several church buildings and vehicles before fleeing the scene. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, and residents of the area […]

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President Bola Tinubu on Sunday commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for their swift and coordinated response to the attempted coup in the Benin Republic.

According to a statement, Tinubu said that earlier in the day, acting on his directive, Nigerian troops promptly supported the Beninese government in defending constitutional order. He emphasized that the intervention fully complied with the ECOWAS Protocol on Democracy and Good Governance. The President noted that the troops’ efforts helped stabilise the situation in the […]

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