…preaching. >He was, however, careful to clarify that his critique was not an attack on Christianity. In his view, faith and professional ambition are not mutually exclusive. "Everybody must know Christ, everybody must serve Christ," he acknowledged, before adding that devotion should not come at the expense of personal…

…immediately rescue all the abducted corps members and arrest those responsible for the attack. “We cannot continue to regard insecurity as an ordinary occurrence or act only after people’s lives have been disrupted,” he said. According to him, Nigeria must become a country where young people can travel, work and serve…

…In Sokoto State, security personnel prevented armed bandits from carrying out an attack on Tsabre Village on October 2. The attackers reportedly withdrew into the forest after encountering police tactical teams, Anti-Kidnapping Unit personnel and members of the VCRU. A subsequent search of the surrounding bush yielded…

…price of aviation fuel peaked at N3,500, from N900 per litre sold before the US-Israel attacks on Iran at the end of February, but it came down to N2,500, according to the Airline Operators of Nigeria, and has remained around that price ever since. The airlines have said variously that fuel now accounts for 45 per cent…

…from Ibadan, Oyo State, to orientation camps in Abia and Akwa Ibom states. Gunmen attacked the two buses conveying the group along the Owerri-Onitsha Road in Umunoha, Imo State.Olufemi Ajadi asks President Bola Tinubu to resign over NYSC members abduction Photo @OlufemiAjadio>Ajadi described the incident as both unacce…

…strike came on the anniversary according to the Jewish calendar of the October 7, 2023 attack, the deadliest-ever day for Israel which retaliated with a devastating offensive in Gaza. The Israeli military said it aimed to kill Ali al-Amoudi, describing him as the “right-hand man” of slain Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar and s…

…the capital of Saudi Arabia. The movement used ballistic missiles and drones in the attack in response to “the Saudi aggression” against the capital, Sanaa, and other provinces. The Houthis, in a statement, said the Saudi-led coalition conducted up to 60 strikes in the past 24 hours, putting the number of strikes in th…

…the vehicle reportedly resumed its journey at about 4:00 am. The bus was allegedly attacked around the Owerri axis of Imo State at about 7:00 am, with 19 prospective corps members reportedly taken into the bush, while some other passengers escaped or were rescued. Among those abducted were graduates of Ladoke Akintola…

…had been travelling from Ibadan to their orientation camps on Thursday when armed men attacked the two buses carrying them along the Owerri-Onitsha Road in Umunoha, Imo State.Parents plead for helpSpeaking on behalf of the affected families, Alhaja Akande and Oyebola Akande said the kidnappers had been reaching out usi…

…the suspects belong to an armed robbery gang and were responsible for a deadly robbery attack at Wofun Olodo Area of Ibadan, during which a 44-year-old woman, Wahab Rukayat, was killed and other victims sustained serious injuries. He explained that the incident occurred on the 4th of August 2026 at about 0230hrs, notin…

…Service Corps orientation camps. The victims were travelling in two buses when gunmen attacked them along the Owerri-Onitsha Road in Umunoha, Imo State, on Thursday, October 1 (read here).The Managing Director of Uko Akwa Ibom Motors Nigeria Limited, Isiah Akpan, told Punch that the kidnappers demanded N50m for each of…

…State late on Friday nightTwo persons from Heipang District were killed during the attack, which occurred while a government-imposed curfew was in effectCommunity leaders condemned the killings and warned residents against conducting mining activities during restricted hoursPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred s…

…these victims," he said.The victims were among passengers taken captive after gunmen attacked two buses on the Owerri-Onitsha Expressway on October 1. The buses were travelling through the Umunoha axis in Mbaitoli Local Government Area, reportedly carrying prospective corps members heading to orientation camps in the S…

…camps in Abia and Akwa Ibom states. The victims were travelling in two buses when the attackers struck along the Owerri-Onitsha Road in the Umunoha area of Imo State on Thursday. The Managing Director of Uko Akwa Ibom Motors Nigeria Limited, Isiah Akpan, had told Saturday PUNCH that the abductors took 19 passengers, al…

…to Matthew 15, verse 13,” he said. Dachomo has been prominent in raising concerns over attacks on communities in Plateau State and has previously called for greater international attention to killings in the state. PUNCH had reported that he alleged that nine members of his extended family were killed during an attack…

…over rising cases of criminal activities, illicit drug consumption and unprovoked attacks across the state. Kefas raised the concern on Friday at an emergency security meeting convened to address growing security challenges and other emerging threats confronting the state. The governor warned that the increasing rate o…

…reacted to the reported arrest of Mahmoud Adam, a Fulani community leader linked to attacks on Christians in NigeriaMoore credited both the Nigerian government and the Trump administration for the development, tying it to an active US-Nigeria security cooperation agreementAdam was reportedly arrested on September 12 at…

…Israel this week was planning a “terrorist act” and used the cockpit’s emergency axe to attack the captain, but they did not reveal his motive. Initial findings from the UAE’s investigation into the attack also did not confirm his nationality, according to a report Saturday from the country’s state news agency WAM, but…

…Bus Stop, close to Oshodi. He allegedly told the police that he was subsequently attacked by some men armed with a cutlass and a gun, who also allegedly used charm, and robbed him of an iPhone 13 Pro Max and a gold chain. Haroun said the complainant returned to the area the following day and allegedly found one of the…

…N950 million for their release. The victims were travelling in two buses when gunmen attacked them along the Owerri-Onitsha Road in Umunoha, Imo State, on Thursday. 2. At least 20 people have been confirmed dead in a fatal motor accident that occurred in Hawan Kibo community, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau Stat…

…the Osogbo-Ilesa Road, where the victims were said to have been drinking before the attackers arrived. A resident of the area, who spoke on condition of anonymity because of security concerns, said gunshots and commotion were heard shortly after the suspected assailants arrived at the lounge. The source added that a fi…

…live and work without fear. After years in South Africa, where she said xenophobic attacks, police detentions and difficulties running her food business had made life increasingly difficult, Ijeoma was among 105 Nigerians who returned to the country in the second batch sponsored by the Redeemed Christian Church of God,…

…release, Saturday PUNCH has learnt. The victims were travelling in two buses when gunmen attacked them along the Owerri-Onitsha Road in Umunoha, Imo State, on Thursday. The Managing Director of Uko Akwa Ibom Motors Nigeria Limited, Isiah Akpan, who confirmed the incident to Saturday PUNCH on Friday, said the gunmen dem…

…Romania 6-0 to claim their first victory in Group B4. The Barcelona striker led Poland’s attacking display as they produced their biggest win of the night. Lewandowski The result moved Poland into contention in the group, while Romania suffered a heavy defeat after being reduced to 10 men. Džeko bows out Džeko brought…

…to tell you he loves you?" he queried.Wike says he has nothing left to proveBeyond his attack on Amaechi's record, Wike also spoke about his own sense of fulfilment and said he carries no personal political ambitions going forward."After all, what do I want that God has not given to me? Nothing! The only thing I ask fr…