A group of voluntarily discharged Nigerian soldiers from the 2024 Batch Two are threatening to shut down federal institutions over unpaid benefits. In a statement in Abuja, the soldiers demanded the payment of five months’ salary arrears, discharge allowances, medical benefits, and corrected packing allowances. They gave the Defence Ministry […]
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National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Foils Widow’s Cocaine Drug Smuggling with Fake Pregnancy.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has arrested a 50-year-old widow, Ifeoma Henrietta Ezewuike, who attempted to traffic 1.3 kilograms of cocaine disguised as a pregnancy. She was caught at a Lagos bus terminal en route to Abuja. A raid on her home uncovered drug-cutting agents, while separate nationwide […]
President Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Economic Growth.
President Bola Tinubu has restated his administration’s commitment to inclusive economic prosperity across Nigeria. He made the remark at the silver jubilee celebration of His Royal Majesty, Eze E.C. Okeke, traditional ruler of Amaifeke in Imo State. Represented by Minister of Works, David Umahi, President Tinubu congratulated the monarch on […]
IPMAN accuses Anambra govt of N900m debt, warns of fuel price hike
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), has called on the Anambra State Government to pay over ₦900 million owed for diesel supplied to power streetlights. Chairman of IPMAN Enugu Unit, Chief Chinedu Anyaso, raised the concern on Sunday in Enugu after the association’s 2025 Annual General Meeting. He […]
National Peace Committee Identifies Security Flashpoints Ahead of Anambra Guber Poll.
Ahead of the November 8 governorship election in Anambra State, the National Peace Committee, chaired by former Head of State General Abdulsalami Abubakar, has identified flashpoints that may threaten peaceful polls. Through its secretariat, The Kukah Centre, the committee listed Awka South, Awka North, Ihiala, Nnewi South, Idemili North, Orumba […]
On Sports News, NFF Defends Support for Late Super Eagles Legends
On Sports News The Nigeria Football Federation has responded to criticism over the funerals of late Super Eagles icons Christian Chukwu and Peter Rufai. Former defender Taribo West had accused the NFF and Lagos State Government of abandoning Rufai’s family during his burial. But in a statement, the federation insisted […]
On Foreign News, Russia Rules Out Zelensky Meeting Amid Rising Tensions
On Foreign News, Russia has dismissed the possibility of an immediate meeting between President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky, despite U.S. mediation efforts. Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov told NBC that “no meeting is planned,” insisting an agenda was “not ready at all.” His comments followed U.S. President Donald […]
NAFDAC Raises Alarm on Fake Cowbell Milk
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control is warning Nigerians about the circulation of counterfeit Cowbell “Our Milk” sachets. According to NAFDAC, the fake product looks similar to the real 12-gram pack but is produced with poor packaging, ink-printed batch numbers, and rough sealing. Unlike the genuine […]
Health Worker Posing As Doctor Allegedly Kills Patient During Abortion
Detectives in Akwa Ibom have arrested a man posing as a doctor after an illegal abortion led to the death of a 35-year-old woman, Blessing Sunday Etim. Police spokesperson DSP Timfon John confirmed the suspect, Sunday Okon Akpan, ran the so-called Full Life Medical Centre in Ibesikpo Asutan LGA, despite […]
Boko Haram denies Nigerien army’s claim of killing leader
Boko Haram has denied reports by the Nigerien army that its leader, Bakura — real name Ibrahim Mahamadu was killed in an airstrike in the Lake Chad region. In an audio message obtained by AFP, a close aide insisted Bakura is alive, calling Niger’s claim “false propaganda.” Experts also cautioned […]