Ebonyi Governor Orders Destruction of Shrines After Community Killings
The governor of Ebonyi State, Francis Nwifuru, has ordered the destruction of shrines and deities in the Amasiri area following a series of killings linked to a dispute between neighbouring communities. The directive was announced after an expanded security council meeting held at the Old Government House in Abakaliki, the state capital, on Thursday. The […]
Kidnappers Kill Ex-Ebonyi Deputy Governor’s Father
The father of former Ebonyi State Deputy Governor, Kelechi Igwe, has been killed by his abductors, the police have confirmed. The victim, Francis Igwe, a traditional ruler in Ndufu-Alike community in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, was abducted on Sunday, March 1, 2026, while on his way to church. Police authorities disclosed that […]
WAEC Gives Candidates Extra Time, Extends 2026 WASSCE Registration
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has extended the deadline for registering for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) to 13 March 2026. The examination body said the extension was approved by Nigeria’s Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, to give candidates more time to complete their registration. In a notice shared on […]
Cuba: Fifth Crew Member Dies After Deadly US-Flagged Speedboat Clash
Cuban authorities confirmed on Thursday that Roberto Alvarez Avila, one of the six surviving crew members of a US-flagged speedboat involved in a deadly clash with the Cuban coast guard last week, has died from injuries sustained during the confrontation. The incident has escalated tensions between Havana and Washington. Prosecutors have filed terrorism charges against […]
Gunmen Raid Benue Checkpoint, Leave One Dead, Two Wounded
Panic gripped Abaji Town in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State after armed bandits stormed a Civil Protection Guard checkpoint, killing one person and leaving two others with gunshot wounds. The attack, which occurred on Wednesday, March 4, was revealed by security expert Zagazola Makama, who cited security sources while reporting the incident in […]
Tel Aviv Hit by Explosions as Iran Fires Missiles Toward Israel
Missile strikes from Iran caused loud explosions across Tel Aviv early Friday, raising fresh concerns over the intensifying conflict in the Middle East, Truth live news international reports. Firefighters were deployed to a residential area close to the city’s commercial district after a building caught fire following the attack. Emergency teams worked to control the […]
Senate Summons Moniepoint, CBN Amidst Rising Fraud Concerns in Fintech Industry
Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking Senator Adetokunbo Abiru, who sponsored the bill, said the amendment seeks to strengthen the regulatory framework guiding the CBN’s oversight of the fintech sector by providing a clear statutory framework for the designation, registration and enhanced supervision of systemically important institutions particularly technology-enabled financial service providers.
Nollywood Legend Chiwetalu Agu Celebrates 70th Birthday in Grand Style
One of Nollywood’s most beloved and recognisable faces marked a major milestone on Wednesday March 5, 2026, as veteran actor Chief Chiwetalu Agu clocked 70 years old surrounded by fans, colleagues and well-wishers at a birthday celebration
Bauchi Governor Grants Pardon to 73 Inmates, Approves Millions of Naira for Reintegration
The Bala Mohammed‑led government of Bauchi State granted executive pardon to 73 inmates on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, during a ceremony held at the Government House in Bauchi. The governor urged residents to support the reintegration of the beneficiaries into society. The clemency, given under Section 212 of the Constitution, was announced at an event […]
FG Approves 100% Gratuity for Retiring Civil Servants
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a new Exit Benefit Scheme granting retiring federal civil servants a gratuity equal to 100 per cent of their total annual emolument. The approval was given during the council’s meeting in Abuja on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Chaired by Bola Tinubu, the council described the scheme as part […]