Global terrorism deaths have surged by 11% in 2024, reversing nearly a decade of progress. This is according to the latest Global Terrorism Index. Attacks were recorded in 66 countries, with the Sahel region accounting for over half of the fatalities. The Islamic State remains the deadliest group, now operating […]
Nigeria
Marketers condemn fuel price reduction, back importation
Oil marketers under PETROAN have called on the FCCPC and NMDPRA to protect businesses from the negative impact of sudden petrol price reductions. This follows a recent price slash by Dangote Refinery, which lowered the ex-depot price from ₦890 to ₦825 per litre, prompting NNPCL to cut its retail price […]
Natasha takes face-off with Senate to UN
Suspended Kogi Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan has taken her case against Senate President Godswill Akpabio to the global stage. Speaking at the Women in Parliament Session at the UN’s Inter-Parliamentary Union Meeting in New York, she called for justice over what she describes as her unlawful suspension. She also expressed […]
IG reaffirms ban on public parade of suspects by police
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has reaffirmed the ban on publicly parading criminal suspects before they are formally charged in court. In a statement, Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi emphasized that the directive aligns with international human rights standards and aims to protect the dignity of all […]
Troops Raid Plateau Kidnapper’s Den, Rescue Seven
Troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN have rescued seven kidnapped victims in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. Military spokesman Major Samson Zhakom confirmed the operation, which was based on intelligence reports. The victims, abducted on March 7 along the Jos-Ganawuri road, were found in a hideout in Ganawuri district. […]
Representatives Direct NCC To Block Pornographic Sites In Nigeria
The House of Representatives has directed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to block all pornographic sites nationwide. The resolution, sponsored by APC lawmaker Dalhatu Tafoki, mandates internet service providers to enforce the ban immediately. Tafoki argued that Nigeria, as a religious country, must take stronger action against cyber pornography, citing […]
Uzodimma Urges Owerri Leaders To Maintain Political Stability
Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has called on political leaders from Owerri Zone to avoid actions that could destabilize the state’s political atmosphere. Speaking at a meeting with Owerri Zone leaders at the Government House, Uzodimma emphasized the importance of unity, urging leaders to focus on governance rather than political […]
Umudioka In Mourning: Elders And Youths Demand Justice For Brutal Murder Of Ichie Nwobu
Umudioka In Mourning: Elders And Youths Demand Justice For Brutal Murder Of Ichie Nwobu The traditional elders of Umudioka village in Awka, known as Ndi Ichie Umudioka, have strongly condemned the gruesome murder of one of their own, Ichie Michael Chiweze Nwobu, who was killed in his bedroom on Sunday, […]
Ukraine strikes Russian oil refinery.
Ukrainian authorities on Monday said that their drones targeted a Russian oil refinery in the city of Novokuybyshevsk overnight. The head of the anti-disinformation centre in Ukraine’s National Security and Defence Council, Andriy Kovalenko, disclosed on Telegram that the refinery was of strategic importance to the Russian military, as it […]
42-year-old arrested over wife’s death in A’Ibom
Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested a 42-year-old man, Victor Okoh, in connection with the gruesome murder of his 38-year-old wife, Victoria Okoh, at their residence in Oron Local Government Area of state. The command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, confirmed the arrest in a […]