Inferno Ravages Konduga IDP Camp, Claims Lives as Troops Lead Heroic Rescue Efforts

By Zagazola Makama A devastating fire tore through the Mandalari Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camp in Konduga, Borno State, on Friday, February 28, 2025, leaving at least 14 dead, scores injured, and hundreds of vulnerable residents homeless once again.The inferno, which ignited around 11:25 a.m., spread rapidly through the densely populated camp, fueled by theContinueContinue reading “Inferno Ravages Konduga IDP Camp, Claims Lives as Troops Lead Heroic Rescue Efforts”

EFCC Arraigns Ex-Governor Theodore Orji, Four Others Over Alleged N60.85 Billion Fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially arraigned former Abia State Governor Chief Theodore Ahamefule Orji and four others on charges of embezzling N60.85 billion in public funds. The high-profile case was brought before Justice Lilian Abai of the Abia State High Court, Umuahia, on Friday, February 28, 2025.The former governor, alongside hisContinueContinue reading “EFCC Arraigns Ex-Governor Theodore Orji, Four Others Over Alleged N60.85 Billion Fraud”

Terror in Transit: Kidnappers Slash Ransom for NYSC Member, Set Final Deadline

A wave of distress has gripped the family and friends of Lawal Rofiat Kofoworola, a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member abducted while traveling from Benin, Edo State, to Ibadan, Oyo State, for her Place of Primary Assignment (PPA) in Ogbomoso.The kidnappers, who initially demanded ₦20 million, have now reduced the ransom to ₦5 million,ContinueContinue reading “Terror in Transit: Kidnappers Slash Ransom for NYSC Member, Set Final Deadline”

Supreme Court Sacks Rivers LG Chairmen, Declares Election Invalid

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has sacked all local government chairmen in Rivers State, declaring the October 5, 2024, election conducted by the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) invalid.The apex court, in a judgment delivered by Justice Jamilu Tukur, ruled that the election was marred by gross violations of the Electoral Act,ContinueContinue reading “Supreme Court Sacks Rivers LG Chairmen, Declares Election Invalid”

Saudi Astronomer Predicts Ramadan 2025 Start Date as March 1

Saudi-based platform Expatriates.com has announced via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle that renowned astronomer and visionary expert, Abdullah Al-Khudairi, has forecasted the first day of the blessed month of Ramadan to fall on Saturday, March 1, 2025.Al-Khudairi, a respected figure in the field of astronomy and moon sighting, based his prediction on precise astronomicalContinueContinue reading “Saudi Astronomer Predicts Ramadan 2025 Start Date as March 1”

Sexual Harassment Scandal: Senator Natasha Accuses Akpabio of Frustrating Her for Rejecting His Advances

A fresh political storm has erupted in Nigeria’s Senate as Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment.Speaking on a live interview with Arise TV on Friday, February 28, 2025, Natasha alleged that Akpabio has been deliberately frustrating her in the Senate because she refused to give inContinueContinue reading “Sexual Harassment Scandal: Senator Natasha Accuses Akpabio of Frustrating Her for Rejecting His Advances”

Inferno and Terror: Fuel Tanker Explosions and Insurgent Attacks Shake Nigeria

Nigeria continues to grapple with a dual crisis of insurgent violence and devastating fuel tanker explosions, underscoring the nation’s ongoing security and safety challenges. Troops of Operation Hadin Kai were swiftly deployed following an attack by suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) insurgents in Nigeria’s northeastern region. However, by the time they arrived atContinueContinue reading “Inferno and Terror: Fuel Tanker Explosions and Insurgent Attacks Shake Nigeria”

ISWAP Terrorists Ambush Travelers in Borno, Abduct Driver, Injure Passenger

By: Zagazola Makama In yet another brazen act of terror, suspected Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) insurgents launched a violent ambush on a commercial vehicle along the volatile Maiduguri-Banki road, leaving one passenger wounded and abducting a driver.Intelligence sources confirmed to Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred on February 27 at approximately 1:15ContinueContinue reading “ISWAP Terrorists Ambush Travelers in Borno, Abduct Driver, Injure Passenger”

NAF Launches Probe Into Deadly Shooting by Reckless Officer in Kaduna

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has launched an investigation into a shocking shooting incident involving its personnel in Unguwan Gangare, Barakallahu, Kaduna State, that left one person dead and several others injured.The tragic event, which unfolded late Wednesday night around 10 p.m., has sent shockwaves through the Barakallahu community, located near the Air Force InstituteContinueContinue reading “NAF Launches Probe Into Deadly Shooting by Reckless Officer in Kaduna”

BREAKING: ASUU Sokoto Declares Indefinite Strike Over Unmet Demands

The Sokoto State University branch of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has declared a total, comprehensive, and indefinite strike, effective Wednesday.The announcement, made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, has sent shockwaves through the academic community, raising fresh concerns about the state of public university education in Nigeria.While the union hasContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: ASUU Sokoto Declares Indefinite Strike Over Unmet Demands”