…attempts to infiltrate. “In separate incidents, troops also successfully thwarted additional infiltration attempts by the terrorists at Miringa and Dutsen Kura in Buratai. During the pursuit of the fleeing terrorists at Miringa, a Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle triggered an Improvised Explosive Device (…
…Freedom 250," the Department of Justice said in a statement. The group allegedly used Signal, SimpleX, Discord, TikTok and Instagram to recruit members, coordinate training and develop plans for the June 14 attack, according to the indictment. Federal prosecutors allege the defendants stockpiled weapons, ammunition and…
Former Arsenal and France star, Samir Nasri arrested on suspicion of money laundering Former Arsenal and Manchester City star Samir Nasri has reportedly been arrested as part of a money laundering probe linked to the drug trafficking kingpin "Wild Boar". The ex-France international was caught up in a sprawling police i…
…just pulls over into this alleyway, and he's determined to translate on my phone."So I finally gave him the phone when he'd stopped driving, and he typed on the phone: 'What are you going to do for me for driving you home?'"So I just did the same thing. The door was open, and I ran into a vineyard."Having shaken off t…
…secure a dramatic Scottish Premiership title with a last-gasp win over Hearts on the final day. The Nigeria international scored in their Scottish Cup final triumph - a 3-1 win over Dunfermline Athletic - and also netted five goals in 13 league games, only starting four of those. He scored nine goals across all competi…
…litigation.Bad Bunny is also facing a separate lawsuit filed earlier this year by Tainaly Serrano Rivera, who alleges that recordings of her voice were used without her permission in the songs Solo de Mí and EoO. The legal proceedings in both cases are ongoing, and no final determination has been made regarding the rem…
…in Borno The Nigerian Army says its troops have intercepted a female Chadian national transporting illicit drugs, alcoholic beverages and other prohibited substances to terrorists operating in the Lake Chad Islands.In a statement on Friday, July 10, Mohammed Goni, acting military information officer, headquarters joint…
…shared intelligence with the US about a new Iranian plot to ass@ss!nate US President Donald Trump, according to a report. The latest assassination plan, reported by the Wall Street Journal on Thursday, July 9, comes after years of Iranian regime threats to k!ll Trump as revenge for the 2020 killing of Islamic Revolutio…
…Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have recorded another significant operational success in their sustained campaign to degrade the logistical networks supporting terrorist activities in the North East," the statement read. "Acting on intelligence, the troops on Thursday, 9 July 2026, intercepted a suspected…
…over rising reports of phone theft and alleged ransom demands from suspected criminals. Others encouraged the family to report the recorded conversation and the account details to the appropriate security agencies for investigation. As of the time of the report, there was no official confirmation regarding the identiti…
GistReel A 45-year-old Nigerian woman has shared an emotional account of how she allegedly left her thriving fashion business in Lagos after her husband persuaded her to relocate to their newly completed home in Ibadan, only for him to remain in Lagos months after the move. The woman, identified as Kosoko Zainab Adepej…
GistReel A lady has shared an emotional bus encounter that has sparked conversations online after a stranger’s heartfelt confession changed her mind about who should receive her ₦200 change. According to the woman, she boarded a commercial bus where the driver owed five passengers ₦200 each in change. Upon reaching the…
…the 2027 assessment.S&P DJI stated that sustained policy implementation and operational resilience will be key factors in determining whether Nigeria qualifies for Frontier Market status. The development follows a series of reforms spearheaded by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), alongside the Nigerian Exch…
…some rural communities, his administration is equally determined to address criminal activities within the state capital and other urban areas to guarantee the safety of all residents. The governor called on citizens to remain law-abiding and avoid resorting to violence in resolving disputes. He urged members of the pu…
…next year. While the announcement does not constitute an immediate upgrade, it signals that the country's recent regulatory and structural reforms are gaining recognition from one of the world's leading index providers. In its assessment, S&P DJI said: "The Nigerian regulatory environment has modernized to improve tran…
…US and Iran, the main source of previous pump price increases. In Lagos, African Terminal increased its diesel loading price by N50 per litre to N1,500 per a litre, with Gulftreasure, Ibachem, Ibeto and T.Time also selling at N1,500 per litre. In Port Harcourt, Matrix raised its diesel price by N50 per litre to N1,550…
…the initiative was created to address the growing need for skilled technical professionals within Nigeria's expanding creative and live production ecosystem by providing participants with access to structured training, expert guidance, and hands-on experience. Commenting, Tunbosun Kola-Daisi, Chief Executive Officer of…
…simultaneously by their respective Houses of Assembly once it is transmitted by the National Assembly, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has said.Abiodun said the coordinated approach is intended to accelerate the establishment of state police across the country. Speaking at the ARISE News Town Hall Meeting in Abuja, th…
…treatment. Wade was initially arrested on suspicion of felony domestic violence, criminal threats and false imprisonment. Authorities also issued an emergency protective order following the incident. He was later released from custody after posting a $50,000 bond.Police call logs reportedly show that neighbours alerted…
…negotiations," he said. The Czech president argued that Russia is facing mounting internal challenges as Ukrainian long-range drone attacks continue to target oil refineries, military facilities and other strategic infrastructure deep inside Russian territory.According to him, public support for the war in Russia is gr…
Norway unhappy with FIFA decision before World Cup game against England Norway's national football team has criticised FIFA after being forced to change hotels just days before their FIFA World Cup quarter-final against England.The Norwegian squad arrived in Miami on Monday, July 6, and was initially accommodated at Th…
…often achieve better long-term results by retaining employees who demonstrate professionalism, respect and a willingness to learn, even if they initially require additional training. The incident has continued to fuel conversations about the qualities employers value most beyond measurable performance. Check the post b…
…geoscience data through the Nigeria Minerals Decision Support System; formalising artisanal miners; securing mine sites through the Mining Marshals, who have apprehended over 300 illegal miners and recovered close to 100 illicit sites; restoring order by revoking more than 2,500 dormant mining titles; and driving local…
…democratic history. But beyond the crisis itself, the date also brings back deeply personal memories of how I unexpectedly left journalism for public service. During the 2003 governorship campaign in Anambra State, I helped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Dr. Chris Ngige, secure an interview with the Edit…
The Mount Rushmore National Memorial, South Dakota, is a 1,278-acre or 517-hectare tract seized from the Sioux Nation of India. Into its mountain face are sculpted the 18-metre or 60-foot-high figures of four former United States (US) Presidents. They feature founding President George Washington, main drafter of the Ju…