The National Association of Bassa Students in Kogi state has expressed gratitude to PDP chieftain Usman Okai Austin for his support and purposeful leadership. Read more about the visit and his political stance.
The Taraba State House of Assembly and the Zing Watch Group have clarified reports on Speaker John Bonzena's N1,000 Christmas gesture. Get the full details and official statements here.
Find out where to watch Nigeria's Super Eagles take on Tunisia in their crucial AFCON 2025 Group C match this Saturday. Get all TV channels, streaming details, team news, and expert analysis.
Prince Olatunji Olusoji, the Asiwaju I of Ayere Kingdom, has formally joined the APC in Kogi State, pledging to mobilise support for Governor Ododo's administration. Read about this major political shift.
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf launches a 2,000-member Neighbourhood Watch to combat crime, advocates for state police as a lasting solution to insecurity. Read the full story.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf launches pioneer Neighbourhood Watch corps of 2,000 youths in Kano, provides vehicles & motorcycles, and advocates for state policing as a solution to insecurity. Read more.
The China Mining Federation of Nigeria refutes allegations of funding terrorism, stating Chinese firms are victims of insecurity. Experts call for urgent action on illegal mining in Zamfara.
Nigerian troops repel a coordinated ISWAP/JAS attack on Maiduguri-Damboa Road using drones & IEDs. Simultaneous ops in Kaduna, Plateau see kidnappers arrested, a Reverend and family rescued. Latest security updates inside.
Kogi Finance Commissioner Asiru Idris has launched the Tinubu/Ododo 2027 continuity campaign with massive cash disbursements and empowerment items in Yagba East LGA. Read details of the multi-million naira support.
Find out where to watch Nigeria's Super Eagles take on Tanzania in their AFCON 2025 opener live on TV and streaming platforms. Kick-off is 6:30 PM Nigerian time.
Gunmen killed two and kidnapped ten in Olle-Bunu, Kogi. Community leaders demand urgent security overhaul. Read the full report and calls for action.
Activist Joe Isreal seeks justice for Erhieyove Erhiga Matthew, beaten to death in Delta State. The victim was accused of dating a woman separated from her husband due to domestic violence.
Security experts call on President Tinubu to urgently stop illegal mining in Zamfara, citing it as a major source of funding for bandits and a cause of insecurity.
The body of Miss Usange Janet was recovered from River Agbuu in Benue. Police have launched an investigation as the incident sparks community tension. Read the full report.
Nigerian fans can watch all Super Eagles AFCON 2025 matches live. Get details on free UK broadcast and DSTV/GOtv coverage in Nigeria. Full fixture list inside.
Gunmen abducted nine persons in Kogi's Olamaboro LGA, including a family heading to a burial. Residents urge deployment of drones and police helicopters for rescue. Read more.
Armed men storm Inele-Ugoh village in Kogi, kidnapping nine. Residents plead for aerial surveillance as ground troops search forests. Read more on the security crisis.
Armed bandits abducted nine people, including a mother and her three children en route to a burial, in Kogi's Olamaboro LGA. Residents plead for drones and police helicopters to aid ground troops in the search. Read more.
Aguleri communities in Anambra East decry sand dredgers' destructive activities near Agbanabo Ezu na Omambala riverbank, lamenting the absence of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
A top ADC stakeholder in Enugu, Comrade Adolphus Ude, has strongly criticised Works Minister Dave Umahi for claiming Igbos are satisfied with Tinubu's government. Ude insists marginalisation has worsened, citing exclusion from major projects. Read the ful
A kidnapping attempt on Ejule-Olamaboro Road, Kogi, turned fatal as bandits opened fire, causing a crash. One confirmed dead, two rescued. Security operatives are on the trail.
APC chieftain Prince Paul Ikonne forecasts a sweeping 'Asiwaju tsunami' win for President Tinubu in 2027, dismissing opposition criticism and citing APC's growing influence in the South-East. Read more.
APC chieftain Joe Igbokwe accuses Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe of sponsoring attacks in the South East and vows 2027 will be his last Senate term. Read the explosive allegations.
Kogi State confirms local hunters killed 4 bandits during an attack on Ayetoro-Kiri. 13 persons were abducted. Security forces are on the trail. Read more.
EEDC blames recent electricity supply decline on gas shortages affecting GenCos, leading to load shedding. The company apologises for the inconvenience and urges customer patience.
The Democracy Watch Initiative urges an independent investigation into allegations linking Defence Minister Bello Matawalle to bandit groups. The group stresses transparency and urgency to protect national security and public trust.
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori supports the creation of Anioma State but insists on following constitutional provisions. Anioma youths staged a peaceful protest in Asaba.
Edo police, with army and vigilantes, rescue 11 kidnapped passengers near Obarenren. Operations continue to free 7 others. Public urged to stay calm and cooperate.
NUJ President Alhassan Yahaya commends Governor Fintiri's infrastructural strides in Adamawa, citing roads, drainage, and a super highway. Plans a national media tour to showcase progress. Read more.
NEDC provides food and non-food items to families of five police officers killed by bandits in Bauchi. The gesture aims to cushion the hardship from the tragic incident.