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NDLEA Hails Progress in Drug War, Says 65 Barons Arrested and Convicted

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has recorded some achievements in its war against abuse of narcotic substances - especially with the cooperation of sub-nationals. The agency’s spokesman Femi Babafemi said some state governments in the country...

Court Indefinitely Adjourns Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial After Protest Against Judge

The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the terrorism trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB)... indefinitely Judge Binta Nyako announced the indefinite postponement of the proceedings on Monday; following Mr Kanu’s...

Bandits Kill One, Kidnap Nine Near Military Base in Niger State

Suspected local bandits have killed one person and kidnapped nine others in an attack on Palaita, a village near a military base in Erena, a garrison town hosting hundreds of displaced persons in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. The terrorists reportedly...

800 Ex-Insurgents Undergoing De-Radicalization for Reintegration – Defence HQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says 800 former insurgents who surrendered to the military are currently undergoing de-radicalisation for onward re-integration into the society. The Chief of Defence, Operations, Major-General Emeka Onumajuru, who made this known while...

JAMB Registrar Calls for NUC to Manage University Budgets, Pushes for Funding Based on Student Enrollment

The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Is-haq Oloyede, says the autonomy of public universities can be better achieved if the National Universities Commission (NUC) was left to manage the budgets of tertiary institutions in...

Arsenal Triumphs Over Manchester City with a 5-1 Victory

On February 2, 2025, Arsenal delivered a commanding performance, defeating Manchester City 5-1 at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners took an early lead in the second minute through captain Martin Ødegaard. Although Erling Haaland equalized for City in the 55th minute,...

Tems Wins Best African Music Performance at 2025 Grammy Awards

At the 2025 Grammy Awards, Nigerian singer Tems won the Best African Music Performance category for her song "Love Me Jeje." This award is a significant achievement, as she competed against notable artists such as Burna Boy, Asake, Wizkid, Chris Brown, Davido, and...

Electricity Tariff Increase Expected as Federal Government Plans to End Subsidy

The Federal Government of Nigeria is preparing to remove electricity subsidies, a move that is anticipated to lead to higher electricity tariffs for consumers. This decision is part of broader economic reforms aimed at reducing government expenditure and addressing...

Police Dismantle Child Trafficking Syndicate Selling Children to Nigerians Abroad

Nigerian police have successfully dismantled a child trafficking syndicate involved in stealing and selling children to Nigerians living overseas. The operation led to the arrest of several suspects who confessed to selling children without parental consent. In a...

Governor Bago Donates ₦100 Million as FUT Minna Celebrates 33rd Convocation

The Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUT Minna) marked a historic milestone on Saturday, February 1, 2025, as it held its 42nd Founders’ Day and 33rd Convocation Ceremony at the Gidan Kwano campus. The event saw the graduation of 5,816 students, alongside...

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NDLEA Hails Progress in Drug War, Says 65 Barons Arrested and Convicted

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has recorded some achievements in its war against abuse of narcotic substances - especially with the cooperation of sub-nationals. The agency’s spokesman Femi Babafemi said some state governments in the country...

Court Indefinitely Adjourns Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial After Protest Against Judge

The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the terrorism trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB)... indefinitely Judge Binta Nyako announced the indefinite postponement of the proceedings on Monday; following Mr Kanu’s...

Bandits Kill One, Kidnap Nine Near Military Base in Niger State

Suspected local bandits have killed one person and kidnapped nine others in an attack on Palaita, a village near a military base in Erena, a garrison town hosting hundreds of displaced persons in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. The terrorists reportedly...

800 Ex-Insurgents Undergoing De-Radicalization for Reintegration – Defence HQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says 800 former insurgents who surrendered to the military are currently undergoing de-radicalisation for onward re-integration into the society. The Chief of Defence, Operations, Major-General Emeka Onumajuru, who made this known while...

JAMB Registrar Calls for NUC to Manage University Budgets, Pushes for Funding Based on Student Enrollment

The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Is-haq Oloyede, says the autonomy of public universities can be better achieved if the National Universities Commission (NUC) was left to manage the budgets of tertiary institutions in...

Arsenal Triumphs Over Manchester City with a 5-1 Victory

On February 2, 2025, Arsenal delivered a commanding performance, defeating Manchester City 5-1 at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners took an early lead in the second minute through captain Martin Ødegaard. Although Erling Haaland equalized for City in the 55th minute,...

Bandits Kill One, Kidnap Nine Near Military Base in Niger State

Suspected local bandits have killed one person and kidnapped nine others in an attack on Palaita, a village near a military base in Erena, a garrison town hosting hundreds of displaced persons in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. The terrorists reportedly...

Arsenal Triumphs Over Manchester City with a 5-1 Victory

On February 2, 2025, Arsenal delivered a commanding performance, defeating Manchester City 5-1 at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners took an early lead in the second minute through captain Martin Ødegaard. Although Erling Haaland equalized for City in the 55th minute,...