Amotekun Politicised, Insecurity Becoming Business — Adams
By Our Correspondent National News – The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams, has warned that the South-West security outfit, Amotekun Corps, is being politicised, a development he believes is weakening efforts to combat rising insecurity in Nigeria. Adams also lamented that criminal activities in the country are gradually turning into a “business venture,” […]
FG, Sokoto Partner to Tackle Insecurity
By Our Correspondent National News – The Federal Government and the Sokoto State Government have strengthened collaboration to address rising insecurity and banditry across the North-West state. Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, disclosed this while speaking during his Sallah homage visit to the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, shortly after the Eid prayers at […]
Appeal Court Orders Fresh Hearing in El-Rufai’s Rights Suit
By Our Correspondent National News – The Court of Appeal in Kaduna has nullified the judgment earlier delivered by the Federal High Court in a fundamental human rights case filed by former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, and ordered that the matter be heard afresh before a different judge. In a unanimous ruling delivered on […]
INEC Urges Discipline Ahead of Ekiti, Osun Polls
By Our Correspondent National News – The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof. Joash Amupitan, has called on Nigerians and electoral officials to maintain discipline, integrity, and accountability as preparations intensify for the upcoming governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun states. Amupitan made the appeal in his 2026 Eid-el-Fitr message to staff of […]
FG, States Grant Mercy to 8,300 Inmates
By Our Correspondent National News – No fewer than 8,300 inmates across Nigeria have received pardons or sentence reductions between January 2022 and March 2026, as federal and state authorities intensify efforts to reduce overcrowding in correctional centres. The decision forms part of ongoing justice reforms aimed at easing pressure on custodial facilities and improving […]
Queen Ewuare Defends Peller’s Benin Palace Visit
By Our Correspondent National News – The controversy surrounding the visit of popular Nigerian social media influencer, Habeeb Adelaja, widely known as Peller, to the Benin Royal Palace has intensified after Queen Ewuare publicly challenged claims by palace chiefs that the visit was unauthorized. The development followed disciplinary actions announced by the Benin Traditional Council […]
Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Price to N1,245
By Our Correspondent National News – The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has increased the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, to N1,245 per litre, marking the fourth fuel price adjustment in March. The latest change reflects rising global geopolitical tensions and increasing crude oil market volatility, which have continued to influence fuel […]
Army Neutralises Dozens, Foils Terror Drone Attack
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigerian military has recorded major operational gains in the fight against terrorism, killing dozens of insurgents and thwarting a drone-assisted attack during coordinated operations in the North-East. According to the Defence Headquarters, troops of Operation Hadin Kai repelled a major terrorist assault in Mallam Fatori, located in Abadam […]
Pink Sweat of the Hippopotamus Explained
Did You Know? The pink “sweat” of the Hippopotamus has long fascinated scientists, wildlife lovers, and curious readers searching for unusual animal facts. Contrary to popular belief, hippos do not actually sweat in the way humans do. Instead, these massive semi-aquatic mammals release a reddish, oily secretion through their skin that gives the appearance of […]
African Nations Seek Fuel From Dangote Refinery
By Our Correspondent National News – Several African countries are turning to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Nigeria to secure fuel supplies as global energy disruptions intensify. Governments including those of South Africa, Ghana and Kenya have reportedly approached the refinery for possible supply agreements amid concerns over instability in the global fuel market. The […]