…gun duel with security operatives in a joint operation involving the Department of State Services (DSS), Nigerian Army, police, Enugu state forest guards and other security agencies. The operation also led to the recovery of four AK-47 rifles, seven magazines and 133 rounds of ammunition from the hideouts of the kidnap…

…a peace advocate, and a proud son of Ngo Town in Ngo Clan whose life was dedicated to service and to God. "We condemn in strong terms this senseless k!lling, for there can be no justification for the taking of a life in such a manner. "In the same vein, we commiserate with the immediate family, loved ones, the Church,…

…was filed in the Southern District of New York on August 11 by the American Friends Service Committee, Center for Constitutional Rights, Human Rights Watch, and Open Society Institute. The plaintiffs are challenging President Donald Trump's executive order, which authorized sanctions on ICC officials, judges, and other…

The National Youth Service Corps has distanced itself from the proposed N200 annual levy by the National Association of Nigerian Students, saying payment of the levy is not a requirement for students seeking mobilisation for national service. The NYSC stated this in a statement shared on its official X account on Tuesd…

…transfer window, with Manchester City among the clubs reportedly interested in his services. Real Madrid had also previously been mentioned as a potential destination.However, the latest indications are that Fernandez will remain in west London, with Chelsea maintaining a firm stance over his valuation and manager Xabi…

…as fake, prompting NYSC to apologize and allow her to return to camp and complete her service. However, she said the corps member that set her up was only given a one-month extension of service. See video below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) by Linda Ikeji at 11/0…

…the airport. “For assistance with rebooking and enquiries, please contact our Customer Service Team,” the airline said. The development comes amid an ongoing industrial dispute involving aviation unions and airline operators, which has disrupted flight operations across the country. PUNCH Online had reported that the N…

…partnership framework, with the indigenous solution developed for the Nigeria Customs Service now expected to support trade across about 50 African countries. The AfCFTA Secretariat recently signed a 20-year, $3.1bn concession agreement with Bergmans Security Consultants and Supplies Limited, the parent company of Trad…

…country; Have a minimum of two years of operations; Demonstrate a working product or service; Show evidence of market traction or scalability; and Submit all required documentation. How to apply Interested Nigerians should visit the official application portal at https://ecowasstartupawards.ipawas.org/. Create an accou…

…artisan arrested over alleged link to Oyo school kidnapping The Department of State Services has released a carpenter, Mustapha Marwana, who was wrongly arrested over the May 15 abd#ction and killing of pupils and teachers in Oriire, Oyo State. A security source who spoke to Punch, said the Director-General of the serv…

…of prosecuting the suit The writ further states that Rita has 30 days from the date of service to enter an appearance in the suit, either personally or through a legal practitioner. Read the court papers below by Linda Ikeji at 11/08/2026 7:26 AM | Share this Story

…and other stakeholders for their previous interventions in providing essential services aimed at improving the welfare of communities across Yorro LGA. He, however, appealed for renewed and urgent action to address the electricity crisis, stressing that residents could no longer afford to remain in darkness after more…

…also collaborated with sister security agencies, particularly the Department of State Services (DSS), to track the kidnappers and rescue the victims. According to him, the operation was intensified following a directive from the state governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, to ensure that the victims were rescued. "I'm glad to let…

…“Despite immense financial pressures, the administration of Uba Sani has continued to service the loan commitments for both principal and accrued interest negotiated and taken by the previous administration.” The clarification was made after the 2026 budget’s loan drawdown component was interpreted as evidence of fresh…

…burden on patients. He said the President had established the National Emergency Medical Services, through which victims of snake bites, communal crises, accidents and fire incidents, as well as women and children, could receive treatment free of charge under the relevant interventions. According to him, treating a sna…

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services published a list of reasons why permanent residents and other foreigners should consider applying for citizenshipThe list covers rights and privileges that are exclusively available to citizens, including voting in federal elections and carrying a US passportSeveral financial…

…East, Operation UDO KA, in collaboration with operatives of the Department of State Services, have arrested a suspected commander of a kidnapping syndicate and recovered four AK-47 rifles, seven magazines and 133 rounds of ammunition from a forest hideout in Enugu State. The development was disclosed in a statement iss…

…would enable participants to improve their professional capacity, provide quality services and establish sustainable businesses. Halilu urged the beneficiaries to see the equipment provided as “starter tools for building viable enterprises”, rather than merely empowerment items. He said beneficiaries could use the skil…

…earthquake struck close to the El Cairo region, according to the US Geological Service. It hit the Choco province on the country's Pacific coast, with the epicentre located at a depth of 79km near San Jose del Palmar. People were injured and buildings badly damaged in the Choco provincial capital, Quibdo, according to…

…₦13.7 billion to improve connectivity, transportation, security and access to essential services within the state capital. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, former President Goodluck Jonathan described the projects as practical and impactful governance that would benefit the teeming residents. He commended Govern…

The Pan-African Youth Development Network backed Labour Party lawmaker Philip Agbese's call for Nigeria to withdraw from the ICCPAYDN said the Hague-based court has become a tool used against African nations while powerful countries escape scrutinyThe group called on African governments to review their ICC membership a…

…a possession. It is not about holding - or demanding - power to be held. It is a duty of service to the football family that entrusts it. "When trust is broken through deception, when an individual places himself above the collective that entrusted him with authority, that duty has been abandoned." It was also gathered…

…74th Annual Convention. The figures were disclosed on Sunday by the church's Holy Ghost Service account on Instagram during the convention held at Redemption City, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Ogun State. The church said 2,820 candidates were ordained into the office of full pastor during the week-long convention…

The Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, Zacch Adedeji, has dismissed concerns over the alleged lavish lifestyles of public officials. Adedeji said President Bola Tinubu does not live extravagantly despite his position. He stated this during an interview with Channels Television, on Sunday, where he was q…

…maize, wheat and beans, as part of measures to tackle food inflation.The Nigeria Customs Service subsequently released guidelines for the implementation of the policy, which allowed qualified importers to bring in the affected commodities at zero import duty and other associated levies.Although the 2024 measure was pre…