By Ayomide Otitoju At least three police officers and a local vigilante leader were shot dead by suspected bandits in Tordamisa, Donga Local Government Area, authorities confirmed. The victims include Corporal Raphael Danjuma, Police Constable Ebenezer Daniel, Police Constable Samuel Bawa, and Nutsa Tyav, a 60-year-old Chairman of the Tordamisa Village Vigilante Group. The Acting…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with UK-based Asset Green Ltd to develop a large-scale integrated dairy livestock production and processing platform aimed at modernising Nigeria’s dairy sector and boosting national food security. The agreement, signed in London ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s state visit…
The Secretary-General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, has called on the United States and Israel to halt ongoing hostilities with Iran, warning that the conflict risks spiralling out of control with severe humanitarian and economic consequences. Speaking at a European Union summit in Brussels, Guterres urged an immediate de-escalation, stressing that continued fighting could…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday handed over ₦3.94 billion in recovered funds to NNPC Limited, following investigations into fraudulent activities linked to some officials of the company. The funds were presented on behalf of EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, by the Commission’s Secretary, Mohammed Hammajoda, during a ceremony at…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Sultanate Council of Sokoto has declared Friday, March 20, 2026, as the first day of Shawwal 1447AH, marking the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr across Nigeria following the non-sighting of the crescent moon. The announcement was made in a statement issued by the council’s Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs in collaboration with the…
By Ayomide Otitoju NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said Wednesday that member states are deliberating on the “best way” to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments. “I have been in contact with many allies. We all agree, of course, that the strait has to open up again. And what I…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Tinubu began his state visit to the United Kingdom on Wednesday with a ceremonial reception at Windsor Castle. Accompanied by his wife, Remi Tinubu, the president was honoured with a 42-gun salute by the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery. Earlier, Prince William and Princess Catherine welcomed the Nigerian leader and…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Kaduna State Police Command has implemented heightened security measures across the state ahead of the upcoming Eid-el-Fitr celebrations, assuring residents of a safe and peaceful festive period. In a Wednesday statement, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan, said tactical commanders, intelligence operatives, and other personnel have been stationed at…
By Ayomide Otitoju The First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has praised the resilience, courage, and contributions of women nationwide and globally in a message marking 2026 Mother’s Day. Describing mothers as “the silent architects of the nation’s future and the enduring heartbeat of every home,” Tinubu acknowledged both their visible sacrifices and the quiet,…
