In a scathing revelation that has sparked national outrage, the Plateau State Government has accused the Nigerian Army of failing to arrest or neutralise the perpetrators of a brutal massacre that left 27 innocent farmers dead in the Tahoss community of Riyom Local Government Area, despite reportedly "engaging" the killers just metres away from aContinue reading "“Outrage in Plateau: Army ‘Engaged Killers’ But Made No Arrests—Commissioner Slams Military Inaction in Massacre of 27 Farmers Near Checkpoint”"
Kano Governor Urges Residents to Welcome President Tinubu with Honour as Nation Mourns Alhaji Aminu Dantata
In a poignant moment of national reflection, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has passionately appealed to residents to extend a warm and dignified welcome to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is visiting the state to condole with the people over the death of renowned industrialist and elder statesman, Alhaji Aminu Dantata.In a statementContinue reading "Kano Governor Urges Residents to Welcome President Tinubu with Honour as Nation Mourns Alhaji Aminu Dantata"
Benue Arms Bust: Police Nab Notorious Gunrunners, Recover Rocket Launcher, AK-47s, and Thousands of Rounds
By: Zagazola Makama In a decisive strike against arms trafficking and insurgency in Nigeria’s North-Central region, operatives of the Force Intelligence Department–Intelligence Response Team (FID–IRT) have arrested two notorious arms traffickers in Abinsi town, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. The arrests mark a significant milestone in the country’s intensified clampdown on illegal armsContinue reading "Benue Arms Bust: Police Nab Notorious Gunrunners, Recover Rocket Launcher, AK-47s, and Thousands of Rounds"
“Wike Is Abusing Power With Impunity” — Senator Ireti Kingibe Alleges ₦198 Million Land Fee Slash For Minister’s Son, Massive Land Grabs In Abuja
Senator Ireti Kingibe, who represents the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the National Assembly, has leveled explosive allegations against the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, accusing him of gross abuse of office, unlawful land allocations, and autocratic leadership that undermines democratic governance. In a no-holds-barred interview with Arise TV, Senator Kingibe accused the formerContinue reading "“Wike Is Abusing Power With Impunity” — Senator Ireti Kingibe Alleges ₦198 Million Land Fee Slash For Minister’s Son, Massive Land Grabs In Abuja"
“I Was Invited for Crime in Enugu”—Kidnap Suspect Confesses as Police Burst Syndicate, Recover ₦10m Ransom
In a major breakthrough in the battle against kidnapping and violent crimes, the Enugu State Police Command has dismantled a notorious kidnap syndicate, arresting five suspects and killing one during a series of coordinated sting operations across the state.The Command’s spokesperson, SP Daniel Ndukwe, disclosed in a statement on Thursday that the intelligence-led operations, carriedContinue reading "“I Was Invited for Crime in Enugu”—Kidnap Suspect Confesses as Police Burst Syndicate, Recover ₦10m Ransom"
Rev. Habila M. Istifanus Resigns from PDP: Cites Marginalization, Disrespect, and Political Betrayal
Sanjo Village,Timdore Ward,Ganye Local Government Area,Adamawa State, Nigeria.16th July, 2025To:The State Party Chairman,Barr. A. T. Shehu,PDP State Secretariat,Yola, Adamawa State.Through:The Local Government Party Chairman,PDP Office, Ganye.Through:The Ward Party Chairman,Timdore Ward. Formal Resignation from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP)Dear Sir,I write to formally notify the leadership of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) of my resignation fromContinue reading "Rev. Habila M. Istifanus Resigns from PDP: Cites Marginalization, Disrespect, and Political Betrayal"
“Broken but Unbowed: Nigerian Woman Crippled by Domestic Abuse Accuses Pastor Ex-Husband of Police Intimidation in Fight for Justice”
In a harrowing tale that has captivated and enraged many across social media, a 28-year-old Nigerian woman, Victory Oyakire—fondly called Vicky—has spoken out against years of alleged brutal domestic abuse at the hands of her ex-husband, Pastor Godfirst Omiunu, General Overseer of the Fruit of Restoration Ministry (Miracle Land) in Warri, Delta State.But instead ofContinue reading "“Broken but Unbowed: Nigerian Woman Crippled by Domestic Abuse Accuses Pastor Ex-Husband of Police Intimidation in Fight for Justice”"
Mass Exodus Continues: Rep. Jamilu Muhammad Dumps PDP Over Cracks, Chaos, and Collapse of Credible Opposition
In a political development that further dents the image of the once-dominant Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Jamilu Muhammad, a serving member of the House of Representatives representing Kankara/Faskari/Sabua Federal Constituency of Katsina State, has officially severed ties with the party. His resignation letter, which reads like a damning indictment of the PDP's internal decay,Continue reading "Mass Exodus Continues: Rep. Jamilu Muhammad Dumps PDP Over Cracks, Chaos, and Collapse of Credible Opposition"
Rev. Habila M. Istifanus Dumps PDP for APC: From Loyalty to Liberation in a Daring Political Earthquake
In a bombshell political move that has sent shockwaves through Adamawa State and beyond, Rev. Dr. Habila M. Istifanus Katukan (Gangwari Ganye) has officially renounced his allegiance to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and crossed over to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The decision, both strategic and symbolic, signals a major realignment in theContinue reading "Rev. Habila M. Istifanus Dumps PDP for APC: From Loyalty to Liberation in a Daring Political Earthquake"
INEC Sets August 16 for Crucial 2025 Bye-Elections Across 12 States
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially announced the date for the much-anticipated 2025 bye-elections. In a notice shared via its verified X (formerly Twitter) handle, the Commission declared that elections will be conducted on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in sixteen (16) federal constituencies, state constituencies, and senatorial districts across twelve (12) states ofContinue reading "INEC Sets August 16 for Crucial 2025 Bye-Elections Across 12 States"
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