Defence Minister Orders Military Operational Overhaul After Terrorist Attacks on Bases in Northern Nigeria

File: Defence Minister, General Christopher Musa

By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigerian Armed Forces will undergo an operational overhaul in the North-West and North-East after renewed terrorist assaults on military bases, according to Defence Minister Christopher Musa. The directive followed a strategic security meeting with service chiefs in Abuja aimed at reviewing counter-insurgency operations and strengthening troop response to […]

IOM, Edo Government Reintegrate 9,000 Returned Migrants Through Skills Training and Youth Empowerment

By Our Correspondent National News – The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has revealed that about 9,000 returned migrants have been successfully reintegrated into society through a partnership with the Edo State Government. The initiative focuses on skills training, economic empowerment, and sustainable livelihood opportunities aimed at helping returnees rebuild their lives after migration experiences […]

PDP Crisis: Wike Faction Seeks Party Unity Ahead of 2027 Elections

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.

By Our Correspondent National News – A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aligned with Nyesom Wike has called for stability and reconciliation within the party as it prepares for the 2027 general elections. The appeal came during the 86th meeting of the PDP Board of Trustees (BoT), where party leaders emphasised unity and […]

Osun 2026 Governorship Election: Adeleke Confident of Re-Election Based on Performance

Adeleke

By Our Correspondent National News – Ademola Adeleke, governor of Osun State, has expressed strong confidence that his administration’s achievements and leadership style will earn him a second term in the upcoming governorship election scheduled for August 15, 2026. The governor made this statement while receiving members of the Ansarudeen Society of Nigeria at the […]

Police Arrest Three Suspected Armed Robbers in Oyo, Recover Gun and Stolen Phones

By Our Correspondent National News – Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force in Oyo State have arrested three suspected armed robbers during a stop-and-search operation in the General Gas area of Akobo, located in Lagelu Local Government Area of Ibadan. The operation led to the recovery of several stolen valuables, multiple mobile phones, and a […]

NANS to Elect New President May 24 at 2026 Convention in Abuja

National Association of Nigerian Students

By Our Correspondent National News – The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has announced that it will elect a new national president on May 24, 2026, during its annual convention scheduled to take place in Abuja. The election is expected to attract student leaders and delegates from universities and other tertiary institutions across Nigeria, […]

Lagos Assembly Proposes Relocation of Makoko Residents to Epe After Demolition

File: Lagos State House of Assembly

By Our Correspondent National News – The Lagos State House of Assembly has recommended relocating residents affected by the demolition of waterfront communities in Makoko, Oko-Agbon, and Sogunro to a new low-cost housing estate planned for Agbowa in Epe, Lagos State. The proposal followed the adoption of a report presented during plenary by the House […]

Rihanna Home Shooting: Orlando Woman Charged with Attempted Murder

Rihanna

By Our Correspondent National News – A 35-year-old Orlando woman, Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, has been charged with attempted murder following a shooting at the Los Angeles home of global pop superstar Rihanna. The incident occurred at around 13:15 local time (21:15 GMT) on Sunday, when Ortiz allegedly fired a semiautomatic rifle at the mansion. Remarkably, […]

Meghan to Headline Exclusive Women’s Retreat in Sydney

Meghan Duchess of Sussex smiling at a gala event with dark hair in an up-do and silver earrings

By Our Correspondent National News – Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, is set to headline an exclusive women-only retreat in Sydney next month, with ticket prices starting at A$2,699 (£1,400) per person. The three-day event promises a “girls’ weekend like no other” and will feature Meghan as the special guest speaker. Attendees will have the […]