Bomb explosions hit Maiduguri after security forces repel insurgents attacks

An unspecified number of persons were feared killed, while many others sustained injuries following bomb explosions around Monday Market in Maiduguri, Borno State and near a security post at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, on Monday. It was gathered that the bombs detonated simultaneously at about 7.02 pm, hours after suspected Boko Haram terrorists […]

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Nigeria activates evacuation plan as Middle East crisis worsens

The Federal Government on Monday said it is working out administrative procedures and the release of funds for the evacuation of Nigerians affected by the ongoing crisis in parts of the Middle-East East. The decision comes amid escalating tensions in the region, triggered by missile and drone attacks linked to Iran, which have raised security […]

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APC leaders drum support for Aiyedatiwa

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has demonstrated remarkable dedication to maintaining peace, strengthening institutions of governance and promoting inclusive development across all sectors of the state. “His leadership style is marked by humility, accessibility and a sincere desire to serve the people”. The Concerned Grassroots Leaders in Ondo State under the All Progressives Congress (APC),stated […]

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Lassa fever: Death toll hits 109 as fatality rises by 13.9%

Six health workers infected in one week Bauchi, Benue, Edo, Ondo among states with new cases -NCDC The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has raised fresh alarm over Lassa fever, confirming that 109 people have died in 2026, with the case fatality rate rising to 13.9 per cent. The agency disclosed that […]

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2027: Nigerians angry, hungry for change — Dickson

A former Governor of Bayelsa State and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Henry Seriake Dickson, on Monday said many Nigerians are increasingly frustrated with the current state of affairs in the country and are eager for political change ahead of the 2027 general elections. He stated this in Abuja during the unveiling of the digital membership […]

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UK MPs urge Starmer to engage Tinubu on Christian killings

Members of the United Kingdom’s Parliament have called on the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, to confront President Bola Tinubu over the killing of Christians in Nigeria during the Nigerian leader’s upcoming state visit to the UK. President Tinubu, accompanied by his wife, Oluremi Tinubu, is set to be hosted by the King and Queen […]

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Almajiris influx sparks security, welfare concerns in Akure

Rising security and welfare concerns have emerged in Akure, the Ondo State capital, following the increasing number of Almajiri children, both boys and girls, roaming major streets, markets and residential areas without supervision. Rising security and welfare concerns have emerged in Akure, the Ondo State capital, following the increasing number of Almajiri children, both boys […]

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