Breaking: Gov. Dauda Lawal Orders Zamfara Council Officials Seeking Political Office to Resign
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has directed all serving local government council members with political ambitions to resign from their current positions. The directive, which has stirred significant reactions across the state, is aimed at ensuring focus, accountability, and the proper functioning of local government administration. According to sources […]
Tobi Amusan Opens 2026 Season With Silver Medal in Jamaica
The world record holder in the 100m hurdles clocked a season’s best of 23.25 seconds, placing behind Jamaica’s Elaine Thompson-Herah who won the race in 22.61 seconds. Ackera Nugent came third in 23.35 seconds.
First Aircraft Lands at Gusau Airport in Zamfara After 30 Years
A Bombardier Challenger 605 aircraft with registration 5N-FGZ, operated by the Federal Government of Nigeria, touched down at Gusau International Airport at exactly 4:30pm on Sunday March 22, 2026 marking the maiden landing at the airport since Zamfara State was created over 30 years ago.
Navy Intercepts Illegally Refined Petroleum Products, Arrests Eight Suspects in Rivers
On Saturday, March 22, 2026, the Nigerian Navy intercepted approximately 44,000 litres of suspected illegally refined petroleum products and arrested eight suspects in Rivers State. The development was disclosed on Sunday in Abuja by the Director of Naval Information, Commodore Abiodun Folorunsho. He said the operation was conducted under Operation DELTA SENTINEL by personnel of […]
Lagos CP Threatens to Dissolve Entire Task Force Over Persistent Human Rights Abuses
“We want the general public to know that we are not covering the task force. We have read the riot act to them yesterday that if I have a complaint of any wrongdoing again, and it is verifiable and investigated, I will not hesitate to dissolve the entire task force and bring in a new set of officers to join them,” he said.
NAF Pledges Continued Air Operations Against Terrorists — CAS
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining intensified air operations against terrorists and criminal elements across the country. The announcement was made on Monday, March 22, 2026, via the NAF’s official X handle. The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, made the pledge while honouring troops of […]
Osimhen Undergoes Scan for Arm Injury
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen arrived in Istanbul on Sunday night to undergo a scheduled scan on the arm injury he sustained during last Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League clash against Liverpool at Anfield. The Nigerian forward is expected to undergo further medical examinations on Monday to determine whether surgery will be required. According to Turkish outlet […]
Three Rescued as Security Operatives Foil Church Attack in Kwara
Joint security operatives on Sunday, March 22, 2026, repelled a suspected bandit attack on an ECWA Church in Omugo community, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, rescuing three abducted victims in the process. The attackers reportedly stormed the church during a service, causing panic among worshippers and residents. A local source said the gunmen […]