The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has criticized its exclusion from a stakeholders’ meeting with President Bola Tinubu. The discussion cantered on the proposed resumption of oil production in Ogoni land. MOSOP expressed disappointment with the composition of the delegation at the meeting, describing it as inappropriate. The group was surprised…
Construction on the $1.96 billion Kano-Maradi Rail Project has intensified despite diplomatic strains between Nigeria and Niger Republic. Relations have been strained following accusations that Nigeria’s government plans to destabilize Niger. This project, partially financed by the African Development Bank (AfDB), traverses 122 communities across 25 local government areas in Nigeria and 11 communities in…
A 23-year-old Turkish model and OnlyFans content creator, Ezra Vandan, famously known as Azranur AV, has been detained. She was arrested in Istanbul after publicly announcing her controversial plan to sleep with 100 men within 24 hours. Arrest Following Public Declaration of the Turkish Model Vandan announced her intent on January 14, 2025, through social…
The Amotekun Corps has initiated the deployment of 2,000 operatives to combat bandits and other criminals across South-West forests. Ogun and Osun states each aim to recruit 1,000 personnel. Additionally, Oyo State deployed 480 recruits last October to curb rising banditry in the region. State commanders confirmed ongoing recruitment plans to reinforce the South-West Security…
Donald Trump pledged swift action on immigration and US cultural issues as he celebrated his extraordinary political comeback. Donald Trump officially began his second term as president on Monday. In his oath-taking ceremony, he promised an immediate wave of executive orders targeting immigration and US cultural debates. This marks a remarkable return for the 47th…
On Sunday, Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, made an unscheduled visit to Higher Superintendent Osho Oluwasola. Osho, a brave firefighter, was injured while responding to a fire outbreak at a filling station in Ado Ekiti last week. This heroic firefighter’s actions prevented a potentially devastating fire disaster. Governor Hails the Heroic Efforts of the…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has strongly condemned the tragic killing of Assistant Superintendent Aminu Salisu. The incident occurred on January 17, 2025, during a legitimate operation in Awka, Anambra State. Details the Fatal Operation in Awka According to the commission’s spokesman Dele Oyewale, Salisu and his team were conducting a raid at…
The 6 Division of the Nigerian Army confirmed the arrest of 25 individuals for alleged oil theft. Among them were four suspected members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The operatives also dismantled 23 illegal refineries and confiscated 45,000 litres of stolen products. These operations highlight the Nigerian Army’s continued efforts to combat…
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, addressed an incident during the Nigeria Police Force 2025 budget presentation. This occurred at the Joint Committees on Police Affairs and Police Institutions session on January 16, 2025, at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja. The IGP described the incident as unnecessary and entirely avoidable. He…
Timileyin Ajayi, 32, has been detained at the Nasarawa State Police Criminal Investigation Department for allegedly murdering 24-year-old corps member Salome Adaidu. Adaidu, who was serving in Abuja, reportedly visited Ajayi at his Papalana residence in New Karshi, Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, where the tragic incident occurred. Ajayi was arrested on January…
