Security Forces Kill Six, Rescue Eight in Northern Nigeria
By Our Correspondent National News – Troops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, have intensified military operations against criminal and terrorist enclaves in Sokoto, Zamfara, and Kebbi states, killing six suspected bandits and seizing weapons, communication devices, and motorcycles during coordinated offensives this week. Security forces also rescued eight abducted individuals, highlighting the Nigerian military’s […]
Ex-REC Igini Criticizes 2026 Electoral Act
By Our Correspondent National News – A former Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mike Igini, has described the 2026 Electoral Act as a “tragedy” and a major setback capable of undermining credible elections in Nigeria. Speaking on Thursday in Abuja at the National Institute for Security Studies’ second annual lecture, Igini warned that amendments to the 2022 […]
ICPC Tracks N21tn Works Projects to Curb Corruption
By Our Correspondent National News – The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has revealed that it monitored projects valued at over N21.23 trillion under the Federal Ministry of Works to prevent corruption and enhance accountability in public spending. Dr. Musa Aliyu (SAN), ICPC Chairman, announced this on Thursday in Abuja during […]
Women’s Empowerment Drives Nigeria’s Sustainable Development
By Our Correspondent National News – The United Nations has emphasized that women’s empowerment is central to driving sustainable development in Nigeria. Speaking at the Lions Day with the United Nations (LDUN) ceremony on Thursday in Abuja, the acting Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator of UN Nigeria, Ms Elsie Attafuah, highlighted the role of gender equality […]
AIG Zone 13 Decorates Newly-Promoted Police Officers
By Our Correspondent National News – The Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of Zone 13, Ukpo, Anambra State, AIG Abayomi Oladipo, has officially decorated two officers recently promoted to the rank of Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP). The ceremony, held at the Zone 13 Headquarters in Ukpo, Dinukofia, on Thursday, highlighted the officers’ […]
Plateau Farmers, Herders Sign Peace Pact
By Our Correspondent National News – Farmers and herders in Plateau State have signed a peace pact aimed at ending decades of violent clashes over land, grazing rights, and community tensions. The agreement was facilitated by the Youth Initiative Against Violence and Rights Abuse during a community engagement held on Tuesday in Bachi community in […]
Bandits Demand N1bn for Abducted Kwara Worshippers
By Our Correspondent National News – Gunmen suspected to be bandits have demanded N1 billion ransom for the release of eight worshippers abducted during a Sunday church service in Omugo community, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State. The victims were kidnapped when armed attackers stormed an Evangelical Church of West Africa service on Sunday, […]
Bauchi Police Raise Alarm Over Manpower, Arms Shortage
By Our Correspondent National News – The Bauchi State Police Command has raised concerns over serious shortages of personnel, arms, and ammunition, warning that the situation is affecting its ability to effectively combat crime across the state. The disclosure was made on Thursday by the Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, during the visit of the […]
Abia Holds State Burial for Evangelist Uma Ukpai
By Our Correspondent National News – The Abia State Government on Thursday held a state burial service for renowned evangelist Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai, who died at the age of 80, honouring his decades of spiritual leadership and global evangelism. The ceremony took place at the International Conference Centre in Umuahia, where dignitaries, political leaders, […]
CBN Blacklists Chronic Loan Defaulters
By Our Correspondent National News – The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has restricted banking services for chronic loan defaulters and major borrowers with non-performing loans, in a decisive move aimed at strengthening credit discipline and protecting the country’s financial system. The directive was announced on Wednesday in Abuja by the CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, […]