Renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has been deported from Saudi Arabia after being denied entry into Medina, effectively barring him from participating in the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. Sheikh Gumi, a Kaduna-based cleric known for his controversial views on national and international issues, confirmed the development in a statement posted […]
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2027: SDP faction warns against anti-Tinubu coalition
A factional Social Democratic Party (SDP) led by Wole Adesina has issued a stern warning against what it called two disturbing developments threatening the integrity and unity of the party. The faction’s National Publicity Secretary, Alfa Mohammed, in a statement on Monday, condemned the influx of aggrieved politicians forming a […]
I ordered employment of 1,000 Northerners as Buhari’s minister – Rotimi Amaechi
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi has disclosed ordering the employment of 1,000 northerners while in office. Amaechi said while in office, he ordered the Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) to employ 1,000 northerners. The former Rivers State governor who was minister during the […]
IPOB Says They are not behind 776 deaths, economic losses across South-East
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, says it is not responsible for 776 deaths and substantial economic losses across the South-East region of the country. This was contained in a statement by the group’s spokesperson, Emma Powerful. The statement was in reaction to the allegations contained in a recent report […]
Nigerian Army reacts to suspected Abuja suicide bomb blast.
The Nigerian Army has reacted to Monday’s explosion in Abuja, in which a suspected suicide bomber was killed. The Army said the situation is under control. Newsmen reported that an explosion suspected to have been caused by a bomb killed one person on Monday in Abuja. Another person was reportedly […]
Suspected suicide bomber killed in Abuja explosion.
An explosion suspected to have been caused by a bomb killed one person on Monday in Abuja. Another person was reportedly injured in the explosion, said to be triggered by an improvised explosive device (IED). Newsmen reports that an eyewitness – a military personnel who did not give his name […]
Southampton Appoints Will Still As New Manager, Madrid Welcomes Alonso
In a similar wave of managerial changes in European football, Real Madrid has appointed former midfielder Xabi Alonso as their new manager, replacing Carlo Ancelotti. Alonso, 43, will take charge from June 1 and lead the team at the upcoming Club World Cup. He joins from Bayer Leverkusen after guiding […]
EPL: Relegated Southampton appoints Still as new manager
On Sports, Relegated Premier League side Southampton has appointed Will Still as their new manager on a three-year deal. The club made the announcement on Sunday, just hours before their final match of the season against Arsenal. Still, 32, is Belgian-born to English parents and recently led French side Lens […]
Uganda Halts Military Cooperation with Germany Over Ambassador’s Role.
On Foreign News, Uganda has suspended all military cooperation with Germany over alleged subversive activities by German Ambassador Mathias Schauer. Army spokesperson Felix Kulayigye announced the decision on Sunday, citing intelligence reports linking the envoy to hostile groups in the country. The move follows recent accusations against European diplomats of […]
National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Destroys over 77,000kg of Skunk Farms In Nationwide Raid.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has destroyed over 77,000kg of skunk in farms located in Cross River and Edo states, as part of nationwide raids. NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, said 75,000kg was destroyed in Cross River’s Esuk-Odot village. In Nasarawa, two men were arrested with 4,000kg of skunk […]