EFCC Arraigns Chinese National Over Alleged Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Abuja Zonal Directorate has arraigned a Chinese national, Zhang Wen Hao, before Justice Ibrahim Shekarau of the Nasarawa State High Court sitting in Mararaba over allegations of cheating. Zhang was docked on a one-count charge bordering on alleged fraudulent inducement relating to the opening of a bank account […]
Tension Rises After Fresh Bandit Attacks in Katsina
Bandits have killed one resident and abducted several others in separate attacks in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State, despite a reported peace agreement between local stakeholders and armed groups before the Ramadan period. The incidents were disclosed in a post on Friday by security analyst and crisis journalist Bakatsine via his X handle, […]
2027: Olajide Bids to Replace Makinde
A member of the House of Representatives representing Ibadan North and South West, Adedeji Dhikrullahi Olajide, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State. Olajide said he is prepared to succeed Governor Seyi Makinde and described himself as the best candidate to consolidate the current administration’s achievements. He made the […]
Romano: No Agreement Yet for Iniesta Morocco Role
Football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has dismissed reports that Barcelona legend Andrés Iniesta has signed a deal to become technical director of the Moroccan national team. The clarification follows the resignation of Morocco head coach Walid Regragui, who stepped down with immediate effect just six weeks after the team’s Africa Cup of Nations final defeat […]
Israeli Envoy Accuses Iran of Backing Extremism in Nigeria
Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria Michael Freeman has accused Iran of sponsoring extremist groups in Nigeria and other parts of the world, alleging that Tehran supports organisations aimed at destabilising countries while pursuing its hostility toward Israel. Freeman made the allegation on Friday during an interview on The Morning Show on Arise News, where he argued […]
Troops Repel Suspected ISWAP Attack on Borno Community
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai on Thursday night repelled suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters who attempted to attack Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State. Security sources said the insurgents tried to infiltrate the area around 11:15 p.m., triggering a swift response from soldiers deployed along the axis. The military moved to […]
BREAKING….Police Set Promotion Interview as DIGs Face Possible Retirement
Senior police officers are expected to undergo a promotion interview on Friday as uncertainty surrounds the fate of Deputy Inspectors-General of Police (DIGs) following the appointment of Tunji Disu as Inspector-General of Police (IGP). An internal wireless message from the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters in Abuja confirmed that the interactive promotion examination for seven Assistant […]
You’re a living legend, Emir Sulu-Gambari hails Obasanjo at 89
The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Mai-Martaba Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, has rejoiced with Former Nigeria’s President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo GCFR, on his 89th birthday anniversary. Alhaji Sulu-Gambari described Chief Obasanjo, a former Military Head of State and two-term democratically elected President of Nigeria as ‘a living legend, patriot, […]
NAWOJ Kwara to Hold 2026 Ramadan Symposium Saturday
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists,NAWOJ Kwara State chapter, will hold its 2026 Ramadan symposium on Saturday, March 7, in Ilorin. According to a statement issued by the association’s Secretary, Mariam Abdulkadir-Yusuf, and signed by the Chairperson, Bashirat Ayantola, the event will take place at the Nigeria Union of Journalists Secretariat, opposite St Anthony Secondary […]
Human Activities Worsening Flooding in Lagos — Commissioner
The Lagos State Government has acknowledged that human activities disrupting natural ecosystems are a major factor behind recurring flooding across the state. The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made the disclosure on Wednesday during a strategic meeting with a disaster risk management team from the World Bank in Alausa. Wahab said although […]
