Troops Repel ISWAP Attacks on Three Borno Bases
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have repelled coordinated attacks by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters on three Forward Operating Bases in Borno State, the military said on Sunday. The assaults targeted bases at Mayanti, Gajigana and Gajiram between late February 28 and the early hours of March 1, 2026. According to the Joint […]
Kwara APC Fixes State Congress for March 3
The Kwara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has scheduled its State Congress for Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the Arca Centre in Ilorin. In a statement signed by the party State Publicity Secretary in person of Alhaji Abdulwaheed Olawale Babatunde said the congress is set to begin at 10 a.m. and will […]
Nigerian Group Condemns U.S., Israel Over Alleged Iran Strike
The Muslim Media Watch Group of Nigeria (MMWG) has condemned what it described as an unprovoked attack by the United States and Israel on Iran, alleging that the strike resulted in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, and dozens of civilians. In a statement jointly signed by its National Coordinator, Ibrahim Abdullahi, and […]
UAE to Cover Costs for 20,000 Stranded Travellers Amid Crisis
The United Arab Emirates has announced it will cover accommodation, meals and rebooking expenses for more than 20,000 travellers stranded due to regional disruptions that have led to temporary airspace closures across parts of the Middle East. The directive was issued by the Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) Abu Dhabi in a notice dated […]
Boko Haram–Linked Militants Kill Soldiers in Borno Base Attack
Militants affiliated with the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have attacked a military base in Borno State, killing an unconfirmed number of soldiers, including a Major identified as U.I. Mairiga, military sources said. The assault occurred Sunday morning at the Forward Operating Base at Banki Junction along the Bama–Gwaza Road. Sources said the attackers […]
Army Officer Blames Injustice, Abuse of Power for Insecurity
The Acting Deputy Director of Islamic Affairs, 2 Division, Nigerian Army, Ibadan, Lt. Col. Adeleke Lawal, has attributed Nigeria’s security challenges to injustice, oppression, discrimination and abuse of power by public office holders. Lawal made the assertion while delivering a paper titled “Security and Economy: Islamic Model for Accountable Leadership” at the annual Ramadan lecture […]
NUJ Raises Alarm Over Rising Insecurity in Ondo
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ondo State Council, has called for urgent action to address the growing wave of insecurity in the state, particularly the rise in kidnappings. The union expressed concern at its monthly congress held at its secretariat in Alagbaka, Akure, noting that repeated security breaches have created fear among residents and […]
China Condemns Reported Killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader
China has strongly condemned the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, describing it as a serious violation of international norms and state sovereignty. A spokesperson for China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs made the position known on Sunday while responding to questions about military strikes carried out by the United States and Israel in […]
Babajide Explains Switch from England to Nigeria
Former Liverpool forward player Rinsola Babajide has said her decision to switch international allegiance from England to Nigeria was driven by her desire to represent her roots and compete at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Born in London, Babajide represented England at youth levels, featuring for the U18, U19 and U23 sides. She was […]
Missile, Drone Attacks Hit UAE Airports, One Dead
At least one person has been killed and 11 others injured following missile and drone attacks linked to Iran that affected major airports in the United Arab Emirates late Saturday, authorities said. Officials confirmed that parts of airport facilities in Abu Dhabi and Dubai were impacted after air defence systems intercepted multiple incoming aerial threats. […]
