Minister of Defence, Badaru Abubakar, has declared that the end of banditry in Nigeria is imminent, attributing his optimism to recent military successes in the Northwest. He urged troops to strengthen collaboration with ground forces and other stakeholders to decisively defeat the nation’s enemies. Abubakar spoke on Monday while commissioning two newly inducted ATAK-129 helicopters…
The European Union (EU) expanded its sanctions against Iran on Monday, targeting vessels and ports involved in transferring drones and missiles to Russia. The move, mirrored by fresh sanctions from the UK, comes amid Tehran’s alleged support for Moscow’s war in Ukraine. The 27-member bloc prohibited the export, transfer, and supply of components from the…
Lebanese authorities reported that two Israeli airstrikes on central Beirut on Sunday claimed six lives, including Mohammed Afif, Hezbollah’s media relations chief. These strikes mark a rare escalation in the conflict, as attacks have primarily targeted Beirut’s southern suburbs, a stronghold of Hezbollah, since the outbreak of war on September 23. The first strike hit…
By Ayomide otitoju The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on market women in Ebonyi State to refrain from hiking food prices as the Yuletide season approaches. Speaking during the state’s 2024 Women’s Day Celebration at Pa Ngele Oruta Township Stadium, Abakaliki, Mrs. Tinubu emphasized the importance of fairness in pricing to ease the…
U.S. President Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to deploy long-range American missiles, known as Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS), against targets inside Russia, according to a U.S. official. The move comes in response to North Korea’s reported deployment of troops to support Moscow in its war effort. The decision, confirmed by The New York Times…
By Ayomide Otitoju Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has officially sworn in the newly elected local government chairmen following their victory in last Saturday’s local government elections. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secured a landslide victory, claiming all chairmanship and councillorship seats across the state. Certificates of return were issued to the winners on Sunday…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Tinubu has awarded the national honor of Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting Nigeria’s commitment to its long-standing partnership with India. The announcement was made during the Nigeria-India bilateral meeting at the State House in Abuja on Sunday. “This honor…
By Ayomide Otitoju As global leaders converge in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, for the G20 Summit, the city’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue will be bathed in teal light this weekend. The illumination marks the World Health Organization’s (WHO) “Day of Action for Cervical Cancer Elimination,” an initiative aimed at eradicating the disease worldwide. The…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has addressed media reports concerning the ongoing trial of Mr. Nnamdi Emeh, who is facing charges for alleged criminal offenses. In a statement, the NPF explained that Mr. Emeh was lawfully apprehended following credible allegations against him. These claims were thoroughly investigated and subsequently brought before the…
