US Pauses Immigrant Visa Applications Worldwide
A US State Department official confirmed the pause on Tuesday, saying the measure was introduced at US diplomatic missions in early August. Visa appointments were adjusted to allow consular officers to undergo “in-depth training” aimed at strengthening applicant assessments. The department said it had been developing updated guidance and training since earlier this year “to […]
Kwara, Ekiti Communities Trade Blame Over Land Dispute Attack
The Obbo-Ayegunle community in Kwara State and Eda Oniyo in Ekiti State have traded accusations over an attack linked to a longstanding dispute over ownership of land where members of Obbo-Ayegunle have settled. The communities gave conflicting accounts of an incident on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Obbo-Ayegunle accused residents of Eda Oniyo of invading its […]
Police Raid Ogun Baby Factory, Rescue Pregnant Women and Children
Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have dismantled an alleged baby factory in Abaren Village, Mowe, rescuing two pregnant women and four children and arresting six suspects. The operation was conducted on August 24 following sustained intelligence on suspected human trafficking and illegal adoption activities at the facility, located on Toluwalase Street, via Gbarinmole. […]
IEDPU HONOURS AIG JIMOH, COMMENDS HIS COMMITMENT TO PEACE AND SECURITY
The Ilorin Emirates Descendants Progressive Union (IEDPU) has paid a courtesy visit to AIG Olohundare Moshood Jimoh at the Zone 2 Police Headquarters, Lagos. Led by its National President, ACG A. A. AbdulMalik (Rtd.), the delegation celebrated the AIG, a distinguished son of Ilorin for his exemplary service and contributions to national security. ACG AbdulMalik […]
Oyo Trains 80 Civil Servants in Digital Skills
The Oyo State Government has trained 80 civil servants in basic computer operations and applications as part of efforts to improve digital skills and enhance service delivery across the state’s public service. The Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday in Ibadan. According to Oyelade, the three-week intensive […]
Tinubu Orders Immediate Rescue of Niger Abduction Victims
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services and other security and intelligence agencies to launch an immediate, coordinated operation to rescue victims of the recent mass abduction in Niger State. The President condemned the attack, expressing outrage over the abduction and killing of innocent […]
VeryDarkMan Alleges Cattle Trade Used to Launder Public Funds
Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has alleged that some government officials use the cattle trade to divert and conceal public funds. VDM made the claim on Tuesday while speaking at the 2026 Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. According to him, many Nigerians […]
Fola, Fido, Llona Lead 2026 Headies Next Rated Nominees
The organisers of the 18th Headies Awards have unveiled the nominees for the 2026 edition, with Fola, Shoday, Mavo, Fido and Llona shortlisted for the coveted Next Rated category. The nominees were announced on Tuesday ahead of the awards ceremony, which is scheduled to hold in Canada. The Next Rated award recognises emerging artistes who […]
Atiku Conditions 2027 Debate Participation on Tinubu’s Attendance
African Democratic Congress presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has said he will only participate in presidential debates ahead of the 2027 general election if President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress also take part. The position was announced in a statement issued on Tuesday by Atiku’s spokesperson, Kenneth Okonkwo. According to Okonkwo, presidential debates […]
101-Year-Old Woman Arrested Over Alleged Cannabis Sales in Nigeria
A 101-year-old Nigerian woman has been arrested for allegedly selling cannabis in Ogun State, prompting widespread attention because of her age. Esther Ogunmabo, described as a great-grandmother, was arrested on Saturday, according to Nigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi said Ogunmabo was found with 90 grams of cannabis, packaged in […]
