Nigeria Breaking News
Three officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have been hospitalized for gunshot injuries sustained after they came under attack from some armed men during a raid operation in the Jahi area of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, on Thursday night. A statement by the Director Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, said, “The …
A family of eight and nine others have been reportedly killed in what appeared to be a coordinated attack by armed herdsmen on communities in Ukum and Logo Local Government Areas, LGAs, of Benue State. Several persons also sustained severe injuries while many have gone missing. The attack came less than 24 hours after residents …
Popular Lagos socialite and nightlife personality, Pretty Mike, has revealed that he initially planned a dramatic appearance at Priscilla Ojo’s star-studded wedding but had a change of heart after a heartfelt plea from the bride’s mother, Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, and her partner, Paulo Okoye. Pretty Mike, who is no stranger to flamboyant and headline-grabbing …
The federal judge in the trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs for sex trafficking and other charges denied Friday the music mogul’s bid to delay his trial by two months, saying he had ample time to prepare. On Monday, the rapper and record producer pleaded not guilty to two new charges added to the criminal racketeering …
ABUJA – The national leadership of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has expressed deep concern over the state of security in the country, warning that the rising incidents of violence and killings across Nigeria pose a grave threat to national stability. In a statement released by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Araba Rufus Aiyenigba, the …
US President Donald Trump said Thursday that Washington could quit talks to end the Ukraine war within days unless there is rapid progress from Moscow and Kyiv. The warning confirmed a sudden change of US messaging, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio earlier saying in Paris that the United States would “move on” if peace …
Valentine Ozigbo, a governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Anambra State, has filed a suit at the Federal High Court in Awka challenging the validity of the party’s primary election held on April 5, 2025. Ozigbo, who contested but did not emerge as the party’s flagbearer, is asking the court to nullify …
Suspected jihadist insurgents have killed eight soldiers in northern Benin, which has seen an increase in deadly Islamist attacks, military sources told AFP on Friday. In recent months northern Benin has seen an uptick in such assaults on the army, which the government often blames on Islamist militants seeking to extend their reach from neighbouring …
As Christians across Nigeria prepare to mark the 2025 Easter celebration, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has directed Commissioners of Police (CPs) across all State Commands and Formations—as well as their supervising Assistant Inspectors-General of Police—to implement watertight security measures and enhance visibility policing nationwide. In a statement issued by the Force Public …
In response to the recent spate of killings in Uromi, Edo State, and Bassa in Plateau State, traditional rulers in Anambra State have called on Nigerians to embrace peace and shun violence. The monarchs, under the aegis of the Anambra State Traditional Rulers Council (ASTRC), condemned the attacks and urged citizens to avoid actions that …