Police kill notorious kidnapper in Nasarawa
The Nasarawa State Police have confirmed the death of a notorious kidnapper during an operation in Akwanga Local Government Area. The incident involved a joint patrol team aiming to curb…
Israeli strikes kill nine in Palestine
Israeli airstrikes in northern Gaza on Saturday resulted in the deaths of nine individuals, including journalists, according to Gaza’s civil defense agency. The strikes occurred despite a ceasefire agreement that…
Telegram founder Durov allowed to leave France temporarily
Telegram founder Pavel Durov has received authorization to temporarily exit France amid ongoing investigations related to allegations of facilitating organized crime. The charges stem from accusations that his platform, Telegram,…
Oyo begins bursary payment to 2,950 students
The Oyo State Government has initiated bursary payments to 2,950 students hailing from the state. This financial support is aimed at students in Law Schools, Medical Schools, Aviation Schools, as…
Tinubu not worried about re- election, says presidential aide
President Bola Tinubu is prioritizing initiatives to improve the lives of Nigerian citizens rather than concentrating on the upcoming general elections, according to recent statements by his Special Adviser on…
About 90 people, not 500, affected in Oyo market fire, say victims
A recent fire at Alesinloye Market in Ibadan has impacted approximately 90 individuals, contrary to earlier reports suggesting that 500 people were affected. The Oyo State Government has instructed those…
Lawmaker denies involvement in petrol smuggling to Ghana, Togo
A Nigerian lawmaker, Sesi Whingan, representing the Badagry Federal Constituency in Lagos State, has firmly rejected allegations linking him to the illegal smuggling of petrol, known locally as Premium Motor…
South Africa confirms US ambassador’s 72-hour expulsion deadline
South Africa announced that its US ambassador, Ebrahim Rasool, has been given a 72-hour deadline to leave the country following an expulsion order from Washington. The South African foreign ministry…
Jigawa emirate imposes curfew to address rising security threats
The Hadejia Emirate Council in Jigawa State, in coordination with local authorities from Malam Madori and Kirikasamma, has imposed a curfew in response to escalating security threats. This decision follows…
Tinubu celebrates public health icon Osuide at 90
President Bola Tinubu has extended congratulations to Professor Gabriel Osuide, a renowned academic and public health expert in Nigeria, on the occasion of his 90th birthday. Professor Osuide is distinguished…