U-20 World Cup: Falconets Triumph Over Senegal, Face Malawi in Final African Qualifier
Nigeria’s U-20 women’s team, the Falconets, booked their spot in the final round of the African qualifiers for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026 after a 2-1 victory against Senegal in Diamniadio on Saturday. With a 3-1 aggregate win, Nigeria will now meet Malawi U-20 girls in the decisive round in May, as Africa […]
FCT Area Council Poll: Wike Pledges Support Only for Tinubu-Backed Candidates
Abuja, February 15, 2026 – Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared that he will support only candidates aligned with President Bola Tinubu’s vision in the upcoming FCT Area Council elections scheduled for February 21. Wike emphasized that his support transcends political party lines. Speaking at Senator Sandy Onor’s 60th birthday celebration […]
No Final Decision Yet on Disputed Oil Wells — RMAFC
The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has clarified that reports suggesting certain disputed crude oil and gas wells are set to be ceded to specific states are misleading and premature. In a statement released on Sunday, RMAFC Chairman Dr. Mohammed Shehu addressed a report circulating in national media that purportedly came from the […]
Police Raid Cult Hideout in Akure, Arrest Three Suspected Eiye Members
The Nigeria Police Force in Ondo State has intensified its crackdown on cultism, arresting three suspected members of the notorious Supreme Eiye Confraternity during a late-night operation in Akure. The raid, which targeted a known cultism black spot in the Arakale area of Akure metropolis, led to the recovery of weapons and hard drugs. Ondo […]
2027: Peter Obi Unveils ‘Operation Rescue Nigeria,’ Urges Nationwide Unity
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has called on Nigerians to rally behind his new political agenda tagged “Operation Rescue Nigeria” ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Speaking in Uyo on Saturday during the OBIDIENT Conference and his official declaration under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Obi described the initiative as […]
Three Feared Dead, Several Injured in Ebonyi Mining Pit Collapse
No fewer than three persons have been confirmed dead, while several others sustained injuries following a tragic mining pit collapse in Enyim Agalegu community, Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The fatal incident occurred on Saturday at a mining site reportedly operated by First Patriots Limited, formerly known as Royal Salt, sparking fresh concerns […]
NELFUND Disburses ₦392.8m Student Loan to Delta State University, 1,854 Students Benefit
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed a total of ₦392,876,550 in student loans to Delta State University (DELSU), providing financial relief to 1,854 students. The development marks another milestone in the Federal Government’s push to improve access to higher education through structured student loan funding. Breakdown of the NELFUND Loan Disbursement According to […]
US Military Aircraft Deliver Ammunition to Borno, Signal Stronger Nigeria–US Security Partnership
No fewer than three United States military aircraft reportedly landed in northeastern Nigeria between Thursday and Friday, delivering ammunition and operational logistics to support the country’s fight against insurgency. Security sources at the Defence Headquarters confirmed that the aircraft touched down at military bases in Borno and other states in the region, carrying ammunition supplied […]
Niger Bandit Attack: Scores Killed, Homes and Police Outpost Burned in Borgu LGA
A deadly Niger bandit attack has left scores dead and several communities in ruins after suspected armed bandits stormed villages in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, killing residents, abducting others, and setting houses — including a police outpost — on fire. The coordinated assault has heightened fears over escalating insecurity in parts of […]
Kwara Terror Attack: Over 170 Abductees Paraded in Viral Video After Woro, Nuku Assault
Tension has escalated in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State after terrorists released a disturbing video allegedly showing more than 170 abductees taken during the February 3 attack on Woro and neighbouring Nuku communities. The viral footage, which began circulating on Facebook on Saturday, showed rows of women and children surrounded by heavily armed […]