Wike Blasts Contractors Over Slow Pace Of Federal Judicial Projects In Abuja
NIGERIA, ABUJA – The Federal Government has raised concerns over the slow pace of work at the ongoing Judges Quarters and Court of Appeal Complex construction sites in Abuja. During an inspection on Tuesday, the Minister of FCT Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, said some sections of the projects showed “satisfactory progress,” but stressed that the overall […]
Governor Alia Refutes Reports of Religious Violence in Benue
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has dismissed claims that a religious genocide is taking place in his state, describing such reports as inaccurate. Speaking at a consultative forum on the protection of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and Forcibly Displaced Persons (FDPs) in Abuja on Wednesday, Governor Alia rejected narratives reportedly used by some U.S. officials […]
Security Activist Harrison Gwamnishu Raises Alarm Over Rising Kidnapping Threat Around Edo, Kogi, Warns Delta State to Stay Vigilant
Renowned security activist, Harrison Gwamnishu, has issued a strong warning to residents and authorities in Delta State, cautioning that the growing presence of kidnappers operating around Edo and Kogi States poses an imminent danger to neighbouring communities. Gwamnishu, in a public alert, described the security situation as “beyond words,” noting that criminal gangs have taken […]
Kwara State Shuts Schools After Deadly Church Attack
The Kwara State Government has ordered the immediate closure of schools in four local government areas following rising security concerns. The directive, announced on Wednesday by the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) in a circular signed by Chairman Yusuf Agboola, affects schools in Isin, Irepodun, Ifelodun, and Ekiti local government areas. Schools are to remain […]
Akpabuyo Sets Up 2025 Cultural Carnival Committee, Targets Stronger Community Showcase
CROSS RIVER, CALABAR – The Executive Chairman of Akpabuyo Local Government Area, Hon. (Prince) Effiom Bassey Effiong, has approved a new committee to coordinate the council’s participation in the 2025 Cultural Carnival. According to an official statement issued on Tuesday by the Office of the Chief Press Secretary, the committee is expected to design and […]
BREAKING: Court Convicts Nnamdi Kanu on Terrorism Charge
A federal high court in Abuja has found Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), guilty on one count of terrorism, following years of legal battles between the separatist leader and the Nigerian government. Justice James Omotosho delivered the ruling on Thursday, stating that evidence presented by prosecutors including video recordings and […]
FG Pushes for Death Sentence After Nnamdi Kanu’s Terrorism Conviction
Nigeria’s Federal Government has urged a court in Abuja to hand down the death penalty to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), after he was convicted on seven terrorism-related charges. The request was made on Thursday by senior government lawyer Adegboyega Awomolo, moments after Justice James Omotosho delivered the guilty verdict. […]
CAN Condemns Attack on Kwara Church, Calls for Rescue of Abducted Worshippers
Nigeria’s Christian Association has condemned the attack on a church in Eruku, Kwara State, which left several worshippers dead and others abducted during a prayer gathering. The assault targeted the Christ Apostolic Church in the town of Eruku, triggering renewed concerns about rising insecurity in religious communities across the country. In a statement, Archbishop Daniel […]
BREAKING: Nnamdi Kanu Sentenced to Life Imprisonment On Terrorism Charges
After a decade-long trial that has fueled separatist tensions in Nigeria’s southeast, a Federal High Court in Abuja today sentenced Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), to life imprisonment on terrorism charges. Justice James Omotosho convicted Kanu on all seven counts, including inciting violence through Radio Biafra broadcasts, leading […]
Man Kills Self In Ebonyi
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Joshua Kosoro, 24, has committed suicide in Umuoguduakpu Akpu in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The state’s Police image marker, SP Joshua Ukandu, confirmed the incident. “It was on Sunday; one Joshua Kosoro from Umuogodo Akpu community, Ohaukwu LGA, who was based in Lagos, came to […]