IPOB Questions Validity of Kanu’s Conviction Over FG Cross-Appeal
By Ahmed Yusuf, Abuja National News – The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has argued that the Federal Government’s cross-appeal in the case involving its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, has raised fresh legal questions about the validity of his conviction and the jurisdiction of the trial court. In a statement issued by the group’s spokesperson, Emma Powerful, […]
Atiku Hails Rescue of 360 Boko Haram Captives, Urges Sustained Fight Against Terrorism
National News – The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has commended the rescue of 360 persons abducted by Boko Haram terrorists in Ngoshe, Borno State, describing the development as a significant victory against insurgency. In a statement issued on Monday through his official X account, the former Vice President said the […]
States resort to forest guards as insecurity deepens
National News – A growing number of states across Nigeria have intensified the deployment and recruitment of forest guards as part of efforts to tackle banditry, kidnapping and other security threats in remote communities. The renewed security push follows President Bola Tinubu’s approval of the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards after a series of attacks and […]
Why Cooking Gas May Remain Scarce and Expensive in Nigeria
By National News Desk Despite Nigeria’s position as Africa’s largest holder of proven gas reserves, households and businesses across the country continue to grapple with shortages and rising prices of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas. Industry stakeholders and market analysts attribute the situation to a widening gap between domestic demand and […]
Tinubu Vows Not to Bow to Terrorists, Bandits
By Our Correspondent ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to defeating terrorism, banditry and other forms of criminality, declaring that the Federal Government will never yield to intimidation by violent groups. The President also assured Nigerians that his government is intensifying efforts to address the economic challenges facing the country and improve […]
Adelabu’s Mother Recounts Ordeal After Daughter, Grandchildren’s Abduction
National News – The mother of former Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Madam Olufunmilayo Adelabu, has recounted the emotional trauma she experienced following the abduction of her daughter and twin grandsons, saying the incident occurred barely a day after she had prayed for the release of other kidnap victims in Oyo State. Speaking with journalists […]
Group Advocates Renewable Energy, Tree Planting to Combat Climate Change
By Ogadinma Wokoma, Port Harcourt National News – As the world commemorates this year’s World Environment Day, the Quest for Growth and Development Foundation has called on Nigerians to embrace renewable energy and tree planting as practical ways to mitigate the effects of climate change. The Executive Director and Coordinator of the foundation, Mr. Smith Nwokocha, made the […]