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Niger State imposes 24-hour curfew after suspects die in NSCDC custody
The Niger State Government has imposed a 24-hour curfew across Minna, the state capital, as...
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How kidnappers withdrew N7m from victim’s account, fled with his SUV – Police
Police in Anambra State have said they arrested two suspected kidnappers who withdrew N7 million...
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Russia, China veto UN resolution to monitor Iran sanctions
Russia and China have vetoed a United Nations resolution that sought to extend the monitoring...
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IBBU student reportedly killed by stray bullet during military operation in Niger
A 400-level student of the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU), Lapai, Niger State, Ismail Magaji,...
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Niger govt cancels APC rally, suspends NSCDC commandant over deaths of detained illegal mining...
The state government also announced the immediate suspension of theNSCDCState Commandant, Suberu Aniviye, and his...
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2027: How Nigerian govt can fund N500,000 minimum wage – Sowore
The Presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC),Omoyele Sowore, said Nigeria can afford a...
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Why Nigeria’s Soldiers Went to Libreville
Nigeria’s participation in an African senior-enlisted forum reflects an investment in the soldiers, professional systems,...
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Over 20 feared trapped in Taraba mining pit collapse
About 20 people, including women and children, are feared trapped after a mining pit collapsed...
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Illegal Mining: Niger sets up panel to probe deaths of 37 detainees in NSCDC...
The Niger State Government has constituted a committee of inquiry to determine the cause of...
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Amnesty demands independent probe into deaths of miners in Niger
Amnesty International has called for an independent investigation into the reported deaths of 37 suspected...
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Police order probe as 37 suspected illegal miners die in NSCDC custody
The police are investigating the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners in the custody of...
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Two suspected terrorists who attacked police facility arrested – Official
The police in Imo State, Nigeria’s South-east, say they have arrested two suspected terrorists allegedly...
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‘They underrated us’: Aduku speaks on Falconets’ big win over England
Moses Aduku, Nigeria U-20 women’s coach believes England paid the price for underestimating the Falconets...
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2027: Former presiding officers back Tinubu, to mobilise 11 million votes
Former Presiding Officers of State Houses of Assembly in Nigeria (FOPSHAN) have reiterated their support...
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Tinubu reacts as Nigeria wins arbitration against Sunrise Power
On Thursday, an International Arbitration Tribunal under the auspices of the International Chamber of Commerce...
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PERSONAL TRIBUTE: They don’t make them like Olu Jacobs anymore — Tunde Kelani
I first crossed paths with Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs—fondly known to many of us as Uncle...
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Abuja NUJ loses another member weeks after ex-chairman’s death
TheNigeria Union of Journalists(NUJ) FCT Council has announced the death of one of its senior...
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JUST IN: Hajj 2027: Saudi Arabia rejects Nigeria’s bid for more slots
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has rejected Nigeria’s request for an increase in its allocation...
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Rainbow Coalition: APC South-east caucus backs governors, asks Wike to apologise for ‘disrespect’
Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South-east have asked the Minister of...
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Nwabali returns as Chelle names Super Eagles squads for AFCON qualifiers, Russia friendly
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has recalled goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and retained the core...
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