Benue Group Faults Security Response to Deadly Attacks
A Benue-based socio-cultural organisation, the Och’etoha K’Idoma Forum Worldwide, has accused security agencies of failing to act on intelligence allegedly provided before the deadly attacks on Akpachi-Ugboju and Otukpo-Nobi communities in Otukpo Local Government Area of the state. In a statement signed by its President-General, Prof. Yakubu Aboki Ochefu, and Secretary-General, Chief Dr. Paul Ede, […]
FG Suspends Proposed WAEC, NECO Fee Hike
The Federal Government has suspended the proposed increase in registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), pending wider consultations with stakeholders. The decision was announced in a statement issued on Monday by the Federal Ministry of Education. The ministry […]
Enugu Police Hunt Bus Crew Over Alleged Attack on Officers
The Enugu State Police Command has launched a manhunt for the driver and conductor of a Mitsubishi L300 commercial bus over the alleged assault of police officers, attempted murder and the temporary snatching of a police rifle. In a statement issued on Sunday, the command’s spokesperson, SP Daniel Ndukwe, said the suspects are wanted for […]
Rescued Oyo Pupils, Teachers Set for Family Reunion
Rescued pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State are expected to reunite with their families on Monday after completing 48 hours of medical observation under the care of the Nigerian Army. The victims, who regained their freedom on Friday after spending 56 days in captivity, have been receiving […]
Sirika Defends Buhari’s Economic Legacy
Former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, has defended the legacy of late former President Muhammadu Buhari, insisting that Nigeria’s economy and education sector were in a stronger position when the former leader left office. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, Sirika dismissed claims that Buhari’s administration was responsible for Nigeria’s current economic challenges, saying […]
Family Mourns Army Officer Killed in Oyo Rescue Mission
The family of Lieutenant Felix Ademe Isaac, the Nigerian Army officer killed during the rescue of abducted teachers and pupils in Oyo State, says it is struggling to come to terms with the loss of the 28-year-old soldier. Lt. Isaac died on July 10, 2026, while leading troops in the operation that secured the release […]
BREAKING: FG Suspends WASSCE, NECO Examination Fee Hike
The Federal Government has suspended the recent increase in examination fees for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). The suspension was announced on Monday in a statement issued by the Federal Ministry of Education. The decision follows widespread public criticism and concerns […]
2027: Shettima’s Renomination Revives Muslim-Muslim Ticket Debate
President Bola Tinubu’s decision to retain Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election has reignited debate over the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s Muslim-Muslim ticket, with political parties and stakeholders divided over whether competence or religious balance should determine leadership choices. The APC’s confirmation ends months of speculation that Tinubu […]
Osun APC Candidate Hails Oyo Abductees’ Rescue
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming Osun State governorship election, Bola Oyebamiji, has praised President Bola Tinubu and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu for the rescue of pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State. In a statement issued on Saturday by the Head of the Media and Publicity Committee […]
Djorkaeff Says Portugal Let Ronaldo Down at World Cup
France football legend Youri Djorkaeff has criticised Portugal’s players for what he described as their failure to properly support captain Cristiano Ronaldo during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Djorkaeff, a member of France’s 1998 World Cup-winning squad, said Portugal did not build the team around Ronaldo and suggested the veteran forward was effectively “boycotted” by […]
