News as it breaks
A notorious drug trafficking suspect popularly known as “Kanmo-Kanmo” has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), 12 years after he allegedly orchestrated the killing of three NDLEA officers. The suspect, identified as Lekan Jimoh, was apprehended in Owode town, Ogun State, following intelligence-led…
Colonel Aliou Tine has officially assumed office as the new Force Commander of the Economic Community of West African States Mission in The Gambia (ECOMIG), reaffirming the mission’s commitment to regional security and the conduct of peaceful elections in the country. The change of command took place during a…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed deep sympathy and solidarity with the governments and people of South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe following devastating floods that have killed over 100 people and displaced thousands across Southern Africa. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Nigerian government…
The Vice President of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima, has called for the reintroduction of agriculture into Nigerian schools as part of a national strategy to strengthen food security and economic stability. Shettima made the call in Abuja during the General Assembly of Farmers, where he was represented by the Senior Special…
Tragedy has struck Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters in Kano State after seven members of a family were brutally killed in what police have described as a housebreak attack. The victims were identified as 35-year-old Fatima Abubakar and her six children, who were reportedly attacked by unknown assailants who forced their way…
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles for winning the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, describing the achievement as one that “feels good like gold.” In a statement released on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the…
Arsenal extended their lead at the top of the Premier League table to seven points after being held to a 0-0 draw by a resilient Nottingham Forest at the City Ground on Saturday. The Gunners missed the opportunity to open up a nine-point cushion following Manchester City’s 2-0 defeat to…
The Federal Government has congratulated the Super Eagles for clinching the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Egypt’s Pharaohs in the third-place playoff. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, praised the national team for their resilience,…
Today marks a special occasion as friends, family and well-wishers celebrate the birthday of Comrade Sandra Chukwugekwu, a respected Nigerian broadcaster and media professional. The occasion is being marked with heartfelt messages, goodwill, and prayers in recognition of her personal growth, professional journey, and positive impact on those around her.…
Nigerian music stars Seun Kuti and Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P of the defunct P-Square group, have reconciled months after a public feud sparked by their differing political views during the 2023 general elections. The disagreement, which unfolded on social media in 2023, was rooted in opposing opinions…
