The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has thrown his weight behind the newly established Iru Ekun Security Network founded by Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, with a donation of ₦100 million and a brand-new Toyota Hilux vehicle. The donation represents one of the biggest endorsements received by the … Read more
Court Adjourns Sowore Defamation Trial After Lawyers Clash The ongoing criminal defamation trial involving activist and presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, was temporarily halted on Monday after a heated disagreement between senior lawyers representing both sides disrupted proceedings at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The courtroom exchange, which centered on an application for an adjournment, … Read more
Four residents abducted by suspected kidnappers in Oke-Ere community, Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State, have regained their freedom after a joint rescue operation involving local vigilantes and personnel of the Nigerian Army. The successful operation, carried out on Sunday, also led to the killing of three suspected bandits, while a member of … Read more
The Niger State Government has renewed its determination to eliminate illegal mining across the State, warning that individuals, groups and companies operating outside the law will be arrested and prosecuted if they fail to stop their activities immediately. The fresh directive comes as the State Government steps up efforts to restore order in the mining … Read more
NATIONAL Sowore Names DSS DG, Tinubu’s Aide Among 20 Witnesses In Cyberbullying Trial July 23, 2026 • 4 min read By Atinuke Otedola and her Editorial Team Human rights activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has disclosed plans to call about 20 witnesses as he continues his defence in the cyberbullying … Read more
Security • Politics US-Nigeria Joint Strike in Lake Chad Kills Top ISWAP Commander, Signals Deeper Security Partnership By Atinuke Otedola • May 16, 2026 • 4 min read ABUJA, NIGERIA — Nigeria and the United States carried out a coordinated operation in the Lake Chad Basin that eliminated a senior Islamic State West Africa Province … Read more
Edo Police Nab 12 Suspected Cultists, Stop Planned Bloody Clash In Auchi By Atinuke Otedola • Nigeria • May 11, 2026 • 3 min read A major security operation in Edo State has led to the arrest of 12 suspected cult members after police reportedly uncovered plans for coordinated attacks in Auchi. The suspects were … Read more
Tinubu Names Ex-Military Intelligence Chief New Homeland Security Adviser By Atinuke Otedola • May 11, 2026 • 3 min read President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed retired Major General Adeyinka A. Fadewa as Special Adviser on Homeland Security as the administration intensifies efforts to strengthen intelligence gathering and security coordination across Nigeria. The appointment, announced … Read more
NDLEA Arrests Three Persons With Disabilities Over Drug Trafficking In Anambra, Kwara Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested three persons living with disabilities, including a 60-year-old man, over alleged drug trafficking activities in Anambra and Kwara states. The Agency disclosed that the suspects were apprehended during separate anti-drug operations carried out … Read more