News as it breaks
More than 200 suspected terrorists have been killed during a five-day joint military operation along the Nigeria–Benin Republic border in Niger State, according to security and local sources. The offensive, codenamed Operation Savannah Shield, targeted armed groups operating around Banana community in Borgu Local Government Area and is being described…
The Anambra State Police Command has launched a manhunt for gunmen who ambushed and killed two police officers along the Amansea–Ndiora–Ndiukwuenu–Awa–Ufuma Road in Orumba South Local Government Area. The attack, which occurred on Sunday night, has prompted the Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, to order an intensified operation to…
Chelsea have joined the growing list of clubs interested in signing Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen, with Turkish champions Galatasaray reportedly placing a €150m valuation on the forward ahead of the summer transfer window. The latest speculation surrounding Osimhen’s future intensified after Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle revealed that the…
Members of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) on Tuesday staged a peaceful protest at the Federal Secretariat in Abuja, demanding urgent government action to secure the release of schoolchildren still being held by kidnappers across the country. Carrying placards with inscriptions such as “Bring Back Our Children”, “Schools Must…
The naira traded at ₦1,373.25 against the United States dollar in Nigeria’s official foreign exchange market, according to the latest data released by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Market data trackers showed the local currency exchanging within the ₦1,370 to ₦1,372 range during official market transactions, indicating relative…
The Federal Government has abolished the mandatory three-month pre-retirement leave previously granted to civil servants before their official exit from service, in a move aimed at improving workforce productivity and ensuring uninterrupted public service delivery. The decision was announced by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, who…
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has resigned from the African Democratic Congress following the emergence of Atiku Abubakar as the party’s presidential candidate ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general election. In a resignation announcement, Mr Lawal alleged that the party’s presidential primary process was manipulated in…
Spain have confirmed their squad shirt numbers for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, with teenage sensation Lamine Yamal notably missing out on the iconic No. 10 jersey in a decision that has surprised many football fans. The 18-year-old winger, widely regarded as one of world football’s brightest talents, had been…
Popular 21-year-old streamer, Peller, has drawn widespread praise from fans after offering N300,000 to a roadside sex worker to take the night off from work. The incident reportedly occurred while Peller was livestreaming on Twitch on his way to a birthday party. During the live broadcast, the streamer stopped to…
Nigeria and China have renewed their commitment to strengthening youth-focused cooperation, with both countries calling for deeper collaboration in innovation, trade, education, and cultural exchange as part of efforts to advance bilateral relations. Speaking at the China-Nigeria Youth Exchange Seminar in Abuja, the Chargé d’Affaires of the Chinese Embassy…
