Following the recent wave of deadly attacks in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, on Sunday said that the federal government is intensifying efforts to restore security and bring the perpetrators to justice. The NSA’s visit to Plateau comes in the wake of deadly assaults by armed … Read more
Abuja, Nigeria – The Conference of Harmonized Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has raised concerns over an alleged plot by a faction of influential politicians from Benue state to sponsor protests against Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia. The CSOs, in a statement issued on Friday, April 4, expressed confidence in the current administration, stressing that the … Read more
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has withdrawn the invitation he extended to the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi. The IGP however, directed the Kano State Police command to obtain the Emir’s statement in the state regarding the incident. IGP Egbetokun gave the new directive through the Force spokesman, Olumuyiwa Adejobi. The police chief … Read more
A recently surfaced CCTV video showing an armed robbery incident in a high-end residential estate in Lekki Phase 1 has sparked widespread outrage and renewed concerns about estate security, organized crime, and the state of forensic investigation in Nigeria. The footage, which captured the incident dated March 7, 2025, was shared on Sunday by Tope … Read more
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has reversed the invitation that was previously issued to the Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi Muhammad II, to appear for interrogation in Abuja. Naija News reports Egbetokun ordered the Kano State Police Command to gather the monarch’s statement concerning the incident within the State. The IGP issued the order … Read more
Kano state – The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has withdrawn the invitation extended to the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi. Emir Sanusi was invited by the police over the unfortunate incident that occurred in Kano State during the Sallah celebration on March 30, 2025. The invitation was for Emir Sanusi to provide his … Read more
A leading civil rights organization, the Civil Rights and Anti-Corruption Network (CRACON), has urged President Bola Tinubu to launch a special investigation into allegations of misconduct by Defence Minister Muhammed Abubakar Badaru. The group has accused the minister of abusing his office and maintaining active business interests that conflict with his public role, potentially violating … Read more
Real Madrid face significant challenges as they prepare for the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final against Arsenal on Tuesday, with four key players unavailable for the encounter. Fortunately for the team, UEFA has decided not to impose bans on Antonio Rudiger, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr., and Dani Ceballos. These players had been … Read more
At least fifteen persons were confirmed to have sustained varying degrees of burn injuries on Sunday following a gas explosion in Apapa, Iganmu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of Lagos State. Naija News gathered that the explosion which occurred at No. 12 Amosu Street, Ijora Badia, around 5 pm, was caused by a 25-kilogram gas … Read more
Manchester United and Manchester City battled to a disappointing goalless draw, further emphasizing the urgent need for transformation at both clubs as they head into the summer transfer window. The match unfolded at Old Trafford, where City posed a couple of threats primarily through forward Omar Marmoush. Unfortunately for the visitors, the Egyptian ace was … Read more
The Nigerian government has started the screening process for candidates nominated to represent the country in various diplomatic missions. This move is aimed at filling the numerous vacant positions in Nigeria’s 76 embassies and 22 high commissions. Nominees have been instructed to report to the nearest Department of State Services (DSS) office for security checks … Read more
Oyo state – The new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has announced plans to renovate the ancient 200-year-old Alaafin’s palace in Oyo town. Legit.ng recalls that Oba Owoade officially ascended the throne as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, succeeding the late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi. The event took place at Oliveth Baptist High School … Read more
The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Inter-Parliamentary Affairs, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim (APC, Ondo South), has stated that President Bola Tinubu’s respect for national sovereignty has significantly influenced Nigeria’s foreign policy. Speaking via a statement made available to newsmen on Monday, the lawmaker asserted that the President combines his respect for sovereignty with a commitment … Read more
Lokoja, Kogi- Nigerians have started reacting to the video of the suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who was seen going on an Islamic prostration (sujud), the moment she embarked from a helicopter at a homecoming rally in her constituency. On Tuesday, April 1, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) senator alleged that the Senate president had contracted … Read more
The Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia has debunked rumours that he is planning on defecting to the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Alia asserted that he does not plan on leaving the All Progressives Congress (APC) for anyone, as he remains the leader of the party in the state. Speaking via a statement by his … Read more
Valencia’s goalkeeper, Giorgi Mamardashvili, said he won a €50 bet following his team’s thrilling 2-1 victory over Real Madrid. In the 13th minute of the La Liga game, Real Madrid were awarded a penalty that could have shifted the momentum of the game in their favor. However, goalkeeper Mamardashvili displayed remarkable reflexes, diving in the … Read more
After seven weeks of silence and widespread concern over his disappearance, Nigerian music icon Innocent ‘2Baba’ Idibia has finally addressed the rumors surrounding his sudden absence from public life. The singer, who was recently declared missing by his family, made a public appearance on Sunday during comedian Acapella’s show, Two Kings & A Guy, at … Read more
The Take-It-Back movement has vowed not to go back on its planned nationwide protest scheduled for Monday, April 7. The Movement had called for a nationwide demonstration to address what they described as the “authoritarianism of President Bola Tinubu administration, abuse of human rights, and the misuse of the Cybercrime Act.” The protest is tagged: … Read more
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Special Operations Unit have arrested two brothers, John Abugu, 43, and Kenneth Abugu, 31, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos for attempting to smuggle 5 kilograms of cocaine concealed within the walls of their suitcases. This was made known in a statement to … Read more
Former Senate President, Ken Nnamani, has vehemently denied allegations that he interfered in the judicial process concerning the removal of ex-Adamawa Senator Elisha Abbo. In a statement issued on Saturday, Nnamani described the claim as a “blatant lie,” and revealed that he is considering legal action in response to the false allegations. The controversy began … Read more