IPOB Announces Major Leadership Reshuffle, Dissolves Directorate of State
By Rita Amaechi National News – The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has announced a significant restructuring of its leadership, following the dissolution of its third Directorate of State (DoS) administration by the group’s leader, Nnamdi Kanu. In a statement issued from Germany, IPOB disclosed that United States-based Mazi Chris Nwaogu has been appointed as the […]
Global Oil Prices Slide as US-Iran Truce Calms Energy Markets
By Our Correspondent A temporary ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran has triggered a sharp decline in global oil prices, offering relief to energy markets that had been rattled by fears of prolonged conflict in the Middle East. Oil prices fell to their lowest levels since hostilities erupted between the two countries, as […]
Oil Prices Drop to Lowest Level Since US-Iran Conflict Amid Ceasefire Deal
By National News Desk Global oil prices fell sharply on Thursday, reaching their lowest levels since the outbreak of the recent United States-Iran conflict, following an interim agreement between Washington and Tehran that eased concerns over disruptions to global crude supply. Brent crude futures declined by $1.53, representing a 1.9 per cent drop, to settle […]
Governors Renew Call for State Police Amid Rising Insecurity
By Friday Temitope Eugenia National News — The 36 state governors under the umbrella of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) have renewed their call for the swift establishment of state police, insisting that the proposed security architecture must be constitutionally grounded, align with Nigeria’s federal system, and safeguard citizens’ rights. The governors made their position known […]
Anambra Police Arrest Couple Over Alleged Torture of 10-Year-Old Boy
By Rita Amaechi National News – The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a couple in connection with the alleged torture and abuse of a 10-year-old boy in Awada, Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area of the state. The suspects, identified as 30-year-old Chisom Chukwukere and her husband, Chukwudi, were apprehended following public outrage over a […]
APC, Opposition Clash Over Calls for Tinubu to Prioritise Security
By Ahmed Yusuf ABUJA — The All Progressives Congress (APC) and major opposition parties have traded words over growing calls for President Bola Tinubu to suspend political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections and concentrate on tackling Nigeria’s worsening security challenges. The controversy followed a statement by the minority caucus of the House of […]
FG Deduces N500bn From FAAC Revenue for Emergency Security Fund
By Our Correspondent The Federal Government has reportedly set aside about N500 billion from the May 2026 Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) revenue to establish a national security emergency intervention fund aimed at addressing the country’s worsening security challenges. Sources familiar with the FAAC proceedings disclosed that the deduction was made before the monthly revenue-sharing exercise involving […]