Seun Kuti, son of late Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti, has said his father’s greatness was partly shaped by the privileges that came with his family background. He noted that being the son of renowned nationalist and activist Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti gave…
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have neutralised two suspected ISWAP informants during a patrol along the Nigeria–Cameroon border in Borno State. The operation was carried out by personnel of the 152 Battalion in Banki, working alongside members of the…
The three Nigerian soldiers who lost their lives in an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion during a security operation in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State have been laid to rest. The incident occurred on Saturday in Bargaja community,…
A viral video showing a young woman, reportedly an 18-year-old wife, with visible injuries has triggered widespread concern and outrage across social media, as many users call for urgent action over alleged domestic abuse. The footage, shared on Monday by…
The Taraba State Government has reduced the monthly salaries of workers under the Operation Keep Taraba Clean programme, widely known as street sweepers, from N15,000 to N10,000. The Chairman of the Taraba State Environmental and Sanitation Agency, Illiya Kefas, confirmed…
A recent conversation between content creators Peller and Jarvis has generated reactions online following their traditional wedding ceremony. The couple were seen sharing a playful yet emotional discussion about married life, family duties, and how Peller is adapting to his…
President Bola Tinubu has forwarded a constitutional amendment bill to the Senate proposing the creation of state police as part of broader reforms to Nigeria’s security system. The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, disclosed this during Tuesday’s plenary session, noting that…
The National Deputy Chairperson of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Hajiya Zainab Ibrahim, has urged women across Nigeria to take a more active role in political party leadership and decision-making processes to strengthen democracy and promote inclusive governance. She made…
The Lagos State House of Assembly has officially sworn in Barrister Adenike Oshinowo as its new Clerk, following the retirement of Barrister Olalekan Onafeko. Oshinowo, who was appointed on April 28, 2026, becomes the first woman to hold the position…
Former Governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, has reportedly been seen at the Lagos Directorate 1 office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Ikoyi, Lagos. A senior source within the anti-graft agency said his visit may be…
The Nigerian Army has called for enhanced cooperation among security agencies in addressing the country’s rising security concerns, including insurgency, terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and militancy. The Commander of the 4 Special Forces Command in Doma, Nasarawa State, Major General Olurotimi…
Former President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, has criticised the administration of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing it as poorly managed. He also expressed concern that the country has further deteriorated under President…
The Plateau State Government has condemned the deadly attack on the Kawel community in Mushere Chiefdom, Bokkos Local Government Area, which reportedly claimed several lives and left others injured. In a statement released on Monday by the Commissioner for Information…
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Administration and Finance, Suleiman Muhammad Abdul, has appealed to traditional rulers, religious leaders, youths, and community groups in Sokoto State to work closely with security agencies in combating banditry, arms smuggling, and…
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has surpassed fellow Nigerian star Tems to become the African artist with the highest number of entries on the Billboard U.S. Hot 100 chart. The two artists were previously tied with eight entries each, but…