2025
Biden awards Messi, 18 others Presidential Medal of Freedom
Inter Miami’s Argentine forward #10 Lionel Messi celebrates his first goal during the Major League Soccer (MLS) regular season football match between Inter Miami and Philadelphia Union at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, September 14, 2024. (Photo by Chris ARJOON / AFP) President Joe Biden has awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to football […]
US President, Biden announces $8bn arms sale to Israel
President Joe Biden of the United States has informed Congress of a planned $8 billion arms sale to Israel. Speaking on the condition of anonymity, a source familiar with the plan said on Saturday that the State Department has officially notified Congress of the proposed sale to support Israel’s long-term security by resupplying stocks of […]
NDLEA arrests wanted drug kingpin, Nollywood filmmaker over illicit drug shipments
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) announced that its operatives have arrested a wanted drug kingpin and Lagos socialite, 61-year-old Alhaja Aishat Feyisara Ajoke Elediye. According to NDLEA, Elediye was apprehended on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, in her mansion in the Okota area of Lagos, following the interception of a truckload of illicit drug […]
Police Kill 2 Kidnap Suspects, Rescue 4 Victims In Imo
Operatives of the Imo State Police Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit neutralised two suspects and rescued four kidnapped victims from a notorious armed robbery and kidnapping syndicate operating within the state. This was made known through a statement made available to newsmen by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, Henry Okoye. According to the […]
Police Foil Bandits’ Attacks, Rescue 18 Victims In Katsina
In a commendable display of bravery, the Katsina State Police Command successfully thwarted two separate banditry attacks, rescuing 18 victims and recovering stolen livestock. The incidents, which occurred on January 3, 2025, highlight the ongoing efforts of the Katsina police in maintaining security across the state. According to the Command’s spokesman, Sadiq Abubakar, AK-47-weilding bandits […]
Mutfwang mourns loss of Bauchi Gov’s stepmother
Plateau State governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has expressed his condolences to the Governor of Bauchi State, Sen. Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, over the passing of his stepmother, Hajiya Hauwa Mohammed Duguri. During a condolence visit to the Bauchi State Government House, Governor Mutfwang conveyed his grief, describing Hajiya Hauwa as a role model and beacon of […]
Gunmen from Nigeria kill five Cameroonian soldiers, says MP
Gunmen from Nigeria have killed at least five Cameroonian soldiers and wounded several others in the village of Bakinjaw on Cameroon’s border with Nigeria, a member of parliament for the district and a traditional leader said. It is the latest in a series of attempts to seize territory in the area. Aka Martin Tyoga, MP […]
I’ll forever cherish my contribution to “Seven Doors” – Aliu Gafar
Nollywood actor Aliu Gafar, popularly known as Esusu in the trending movie Seven Doors, has shared insights into his experience on set and what fans can expect from him in 2025. Playing the role of Esusu was a thrilling yet challenging experience for Gafar. I sold wristwatch, did okada, keke work; now I have fame […]
Passenger assaults NCAA officer at Lagos Airport
A passenger has assaulted an officer of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, at the Lagos Airport. The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of NCAA, Michael Achimugu, made this known in a statement on Saturday. Achimugu said the passenger, identified as Ibok Maurice Ibok, was captured assaulting the officer over an alleged missing […]
How 15 People Were Killed In Jigawa Communal Clash – Residents
State govt holds peace meeting with feuding parties | Security agencies patrol affected villages Details of the communal clash in Gululu village of Miga local government area of Jigawa State have emerged as residents gave accounts of the tragic incident. According to eyewitnesses, 15 people were killed during the crisis which occurred on Friday. To […]