Criminal Gang Linked to Attack of Ngige’s Convoy Arrested

Some members of a criminal gang linked to the attack on the convoy of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, with two suspects killed during a gun battle with operatives, have been arrested by the Police. The Anambra State Police Command  Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Tochukwu Ikenga, in a statement, described the operation as a major breakthrough in its efforts to curb criminal activities and safeguard lives and property in the...

A truck loaded with firewood has detonated an explosive device believed to have been planted by Boko Haram terrorists in some parts of Hong local government area in Adamawa State, injuring six people in Mumbang of Yadul district. The incident that occurred on Wednesday around 11:30 am has sent fear into the inhabitants who have been victims of insurgent attacks for years due to its proximity to Sambisa Forest, the den of Boko Haram terrorists....

24 Kidnap Parishioners In Kogi Regain Freedom

24 parishioners who were kidnapped from a branch of ECWA Church at Àyetoro-Kiri in Kabba/ Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi state last month have regained freedom. Recall that gunmen suspected to be bandits attacked the Church on December 14, 2025, and kidnapped about 37 parishioners. The victims, including elderly women, men, and teenagers, were abducted during the raid. Since the incident, the community leaders and the families of the victims have been engaging their...

Nigeria, Russia Amongst 75 Countries Affected by Trump’s Visa Suspension

Visa processing for applicants from Nigeria, Russia, and a dozen other countries has been suspended by the United States as part of a review of its immigration screening system, the US Department of State said. Countries affected by the measure, which takes effect from January 21cut across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Among them are Nigeria, Somalia, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Yemen, Afghanistan, Russia, Brazil, and Thailand. It has ordered American embassies...

Nigeria Receives Military Supplies From US

As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral security cooperation between the United States and Nigeria, the US has delivered critical military supplies to Nigeria. The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), responsible for U.S. military operations on the continent, confirmed the delivery of the equipment in a statement. In a post on X, formerly Twitter, on Tuesday, AFRICOM said the supplies were handed over to Nigerian partners in Abuja. The post, which tagged US Mission...

Indefinite Strike By Judicial Workers Cripple Justice System In Ondo State

The ongoing indefinite strike embark by Judicial workers in Ondo State due to the inability of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to approve their financial autonomy has crippled the justice system in the state. The indefinite strike comprises the Coalition of Magistrates, Presidents of Grade ‘A’ Customary Courts, and the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, JUSUN, Ondo State chapter. The workers are also accusing the government of paying no attention to the plight of workers, lamenting poor...

Vice President Shettima Intervenes as Doctors Suspends Nationwide Strike 

Following the intervention of Vice President Kashim Shettima, the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) suspended its planned nationwide strike yesterday (Sunday). The suspension offers temporary relief to millions of Nigerians who depend on public health facilities and underscores ongoing negotiations aimed at averting a full-scale disruption of medical services nationwide. Dr. Mohammad Suleiman, the National President of NARD, who confirmed the development shortly after the meeting of its National Executive Council, NEC, stated that...

Osun Suspends Official Transactions With National Youth Council of Nigeria 

Due to a leadership crisis and ongoing controversy within the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) Osun State chapter, the State Government has announced the suspension of all further dealings with the National Youth body. The state Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, announced this in a statement, saying the state government would suspend all official interactions with the NYCN at the state level pending the outcome of the investigation. “The government expressed...

Two Police Officers In Delta State Arrested For Alleged Extortion Of N2.5m

Two officers attached to the Jesse Police Division in Delta State have been arrested for allegedly extorting N2.5 million from a relative of a suspect. The officers were seen in a viral video in which a woman accused the officers, identified as Bright and Usman, alongside the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Jesse Division, of demanding money to secure the release of her brother from custody. According to the woman in the video, the officers...

Social Media Platform, X  Blocks 3,500 Posts In India

Social media platform X reportedly blocked approximately 3,500 pieces of content and removed over 600 accounts in India in response to directives from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, MeitY. The company admitted to lapses in moderating content on its platform and assured the Indian government of full compliance with local laws, according to government sources. X also committed to preventing the circulation of obscene material on its platform going forward. The measures follow...

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