From Marcus Nkire The lawmaker representing Aba North and South Federal Constituency, Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, has applauded President Bola Tinubu, Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa, Governor Seyi Makinde and Nigeria’s security agencies for securing the release of pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State after…
From Marcus Nkire Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has responded to the rescue of the sister of former Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu and her children, expressing confidence that more victims of kidnapping across the country will regain their freedom. His reaction followed the successful recovery of the victims, who had earlier been…
From Marcus Nkire Authorities have enforced a 48-hour restriction on movement in parts of Jos after a gun attack at a local bar spiralled into further violence, officials confirmed. According to police, the incident has left at least 26 people dead. However, authorities have not specified how many fatalities resulted directly from the initial shooting…
From Marcus Nkire Several explosions have hit Maiduguri, leaving scores of people dead and many others injured in a coordinated attack that has shaken the city. The blasts reportedly occurred in the evening at multiple crowded locations, including a busy market area and other public spaces, triggering panic among residents. Witnesses said the explosions happened…
By Kelvin Ezih An adjoined committee of the National Assembly has endorsed the N1.5 trillion proposed for the Nigerian Army in the 2026 budget, signaling its readiness to ensure that the funds are released without delay once approved. The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Army, Abdulaziz Yar’Adua (APC, Katsina Central), disclosed the committee’s position…
From Dike Uba A potentially deadly incident was averted at the United Evangelical Church (UEC), Ehere/Umuola, located at Ogbor Hill in Aba, Abia state, after a buried metal object believed to be an unexploded explosive was uncovered during construction work The discovery was made while church members were excavating the area around the parsonage to…
From Ayodele james The Ondo State Police Command says it has arrested several suspected human traffickers and rescued 14 victims during recent operations across the state. Police spokesperson DSP Abayomi Jimoh revealed the development in a statement issued in Akure. Jimoh said the operation followed a report from a Togolese man, Meale Yaoili, who told…
From Marcus Nkire Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has urged the Nigerian Armed Forces to deal decisively with terrorists and bandits, insisting they should be treated as criminals and enemies threatening the nation’s sovereignty. The governor made the call on Tuesday in Jos during a courtesy visit by the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen….
From Marcus Nkire The United States has supplied Nigeria with military equipment as part of efforts to deepen security cooperation between both countries. The delivery was confirmed by the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), which oversees US military operations across Africa. In a statement posted on X on Tuesday, AFRICOM said US forces handed over…
Solomon Chikezie Nigerian authorities have confirmed the release of about 100 schoolchildren who were kidnapped from St Mary’s Catholic School in Papiri, Niger State, nearly a month ago. The state’s Commissioner of Police, Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, and the local Catholic leader overseeing the school, Bishop Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, said they received official confirmation of the…
