FG to investigate Sokoto airstrike, ensure justice, says Matawalle
The Federal Government has announced that it will conduct a comprehensive investigation into the airstrike that led to the deaths of 10 people in Gidan Bisa and Runtuwa villages in…
Ribadu denies Niger leader’s claims of Nigeria-France collaboration, calls for unity
Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, has refuted claims made by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, accusing Nigeria of collaborating with France to shelter militants and planning attacks…
NPF warns against misuse of IGP’s name, office by officers
The Nigeria Police Force has expressed concern over the misuse of the name and office of the Inspector-General of Police to perpetrate illegal acts by its officers. According to the…
Former Osun Deputy Governor emerges new Owa-Obokun
Former Deputy Governor of Osun State, Clement Adesuyi Haastrup, has been named as Owa-Obokun-elect from the Bilaro Ruling House. The throne became vacant following the passing of Oba Gabriel Aromolaran…
Ibadan stampede: Court sends ex-Queen Naomi Silekunola, others to prison
A Chief Magistrates’ Court in Iyaganku, Ibadan, Oyo State has ordered that Prophetess Naomi Silekunola an ex-wife of Ooni of Ile Ife, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat and Abdullahi Fasasi be remanded…
Dele Farotimi released 21 days after arrest
Human rights activist Dele Farotimi has finally regained his freedom after meeting the bail conditions imposed on him by the Ekiti Chief Magistrate’s Court. Farotimi who was arrested by the…
FG declares public holidays for Christmas, New Year celebrations
The Federal Government has announced Wednesday 25th, Thursday 26th of December 2024, and Wednesday 1st of January, 2025 as public holidays for the celebration of Christmas, Boxing Day and New…
Tinubu cancels scheduled events in Lagos for stampede victims
President Bola Tinubu has cancelled all his official events in Lagos on Saturday, including his attendance at the 2024 Lagos Boat Regatta, in honour of the stampede victims in Abuja…
IGP bans arbitrary arrests, phone searches, youth harassment by police
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has issued a directive banning arbitrary arrests, harassment of youths, and the checking of mobile phones by police officers across the country. The…
Defence Headquarters Denies operation of foreign military base in Nigeria
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has denied reports that the French military was planning to establish a base in Nigeria. In a statement on Monday in Abuja by its Director of…