UK, Nigeria Deepen Security Partnership Against Terrorism, Cyber Threats
The United Kingdom and Nigeria have agreed to deepen their security partnership as both countries seek to address growing threats from terrorism, cybercrime, disinformation, and organised criminal networks. The renewed commitment was announced during the fourth UK-Nigeria Security and Defence Partnership Dialogue held in Abuja on Tuesday, bringing together senior military, intelligence, and diplomatic officials […]
ADC Ready For Polls As Edo Chairman Declares Party’s Campaign Machinery In Full Gear
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Edo State, Mr. Kennedy Odion, has declared the party fully prepared for the forthcoming elections, announcing that all internal processes, including congresses and primary elections, have been successfully concluded. Speaking with journalists in Benin City, Odion said the party has shifted its focus […]
Edo Central Ecology: Senator Ikpea Pushes For Stronger Executive-Legislative Alliance
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Senator representing Edo Central Senatorial District and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Drugs and Narcotics, Senator Joseph Ikpea, has emphasized the need for stronger collaboration between the executive and legislative arms of government to effectively tackle the growing ecological challenges confronting communities across the district. Senator Ikpea made the call […]
Oritsejafor Blasts Tinubu Govt, Says Jonathan’s Critics Have Failed Nigerians
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Former President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, has criticized Nigeria’s current leadership, arguing that many politicians who fiercely condemned former President Goodluck Jonathan are now in power but have failed to improve the country’s situation. Truth Live News Media reports that speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today […]
DSS Closes Case Against El-Rufai in Alleged Wiretapping Trial
Nigeria’s domestic intelligence agency, the Department of State Services (DSS), has closed its case against former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, in his trial over allegations that he unlawfully intercepted the communications of National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu. The prosecution formally concluded its case on Tuesday before the Federal High Court in Abuja after presenting […]
US Sanctions Nigerian Businessman, Firms Over Alleged ISIS Financing Network
The United States has imposed sanctions on a Nigerian businessman and three currency exchange companies, accusing them of helping to finance the militant group Islamic State (ISIS) through an international network stretching from West Africa to the Middle East. In a statement released on Tuesday, the US Department of the Treasury said it had designated […]
Lassa Fever Death Toll Reaches 214 Amid Rising Fatality Rate, Says NCDC
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported that Lassa fever has claimed 214 lives across the country, with the Case Fatality Rate (CFR) rising to 25 per cent. The figures were contained in the agency’s Lassa Fever Situation Report for Epidemiological Week 23, covering the period from June […]
Jarvis, Peller Celebrate Love With Lavish Traditional Wedding Ceremony
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Popular social media personalities Jarvis, whose real name is Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, and Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, have taken a major step in their relationship by celebrating their traditional wedding in a colourful ceremony held in Edo State. The event brought together family members, friends, and well-wishers for a […]
Fresh Arrests in Vegetable Market Abduction As Security Agencies Tighten Net
Fresh Arrests in Vegetable Market Abduction As Security Agencies Tighten Net Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Operatives of the Edo State Police command have arrested two additional suspects linked to the abduction of a woman at the Vegetable Market, off Airport Road Benin City on June 14. The suspects were apprehended in Delta State following an intensive […]
Austin Laz Set for Growth As Shareholders Authorize N2.1 Billion Capital Raise
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Shareholders of Austin Laz and Company Plc have approved a resolution authorizing the Board of Directors to raise additional capital of up to N2.1 billion, or any other amount the board may deem appropriate, through a private placement. The resolution further grants the board the authority to determine the structure, terms, and […]