…was reported. Bashir Ahmad, OON, a former presidential aide to ex-president Muhammadu Buhari, drew public attention to the incident through a post on his own Twitter account, urging the Defence Intelligence Agency to respond without delay.

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…troops depending on the situation in eastern Ukraine, having instructed military commanders to complete the occupation of Donetsk by the end of the year. "They'll lose all 300,000 of these newly mobilized Russians there; we'll wipe them out," Zelensky asserted. Ukrainian units continue to defend roughly 20% of Donetsk,…

…in the early hours of Monday. The Federal Road Safety Corps, Ogun State Sector Command, disclosed this in a statement signed by its spokesperson, Superintendent Route Commander Afolabi Odunsi. The crash reportedly occurred at about 12:03 am and involved a white HOWO CNG/CIMC ENRIC truck, a white MACK trailer, and a Mit…

…arrested for st@bbing 25-year-old man to d3ath in Bauchi The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested one Abubakar Abdullahi for allegedly st@bbing a 25-year-old man to d3ath in Bayan Bata area of Bauchi metropolis. The spokesperson for the command, SP Nafiu Habib, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, August 23, 20…

…in a hospital.” The police spokesman said the Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji, commended the courage, resilience and professionalism of the security personnel and community-based operatives who participated in the operation despite the difficult terrain and hostile environment. He quoted th…

…sent to the Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Babaseyi Oluseyi, seeking the command’s response to the allegations and an update on the reported rescue operation, but he had not responded as of the time of filing this report.

Togo says it has 'serious' evidence against detained French filmmakers Togo's government says it has "serious and corroborative evidence" against two French documentary filmmakers and their Togolese fixer, who have been detained in the West African country since late July.The government's statement was its first public…

…recover headless body in bush, launch m8rder investigation The Jigawa State Police Command has launched an investigation into the discovery of a headless body in a bush at Shanya Babba village, Maigatari Local Government Area of the state. The incident was reported at about 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 21, 2026, after…

Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have intercepted three disassembled canoes reportedly procured by notorious terrorist leader Shehu Bagewaye to facilitate the movement of his fighters across riverine areas in Zamfara State. The interception, which took place on August 23, 2026, followe…

…Adeola said the late actor’s contributions to the drive for a better society through filmmaking and other positive advocacy would always be remembered, adding that he left a legacy worthy of emulation. The senator also promised to continue supporting the immediate family in their hour of need, adding that the good deed…

…suspected of planning a kidnapping. The suspects, Terhile Iyo, aged 44, and Vershima Emmanuel, aged 32, reportedly admitted to targeting Mrs Balame Nyikwagh, a resident of the same village.Items seized from the duo included one locally made pistol, one cartridge, five Tecno torchlight phones, a MoniePoint ATM card, an…

By Emmanuel Iheaka The Deputy National Leader (Southeast) of the Renewed Hope for Greater Nigeria (RHGN), Mazi Clement Ngoforo, has urged former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to focus on convincing Nigerians about his plans for the country rather than seeking foreign intervention in Nigeria’s political affairs. Ngoforo…

The Alaaye of Efon Kingdom, Oba Emmanuel Aladejare, has announced the conferment of chieftaincy titles on Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, and Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele. Oba Aladejare, who spoke at Efon Alaaye on Saturday during the grand finale of the 43rd Efon Alaaye Day, said Oyebanji and Bamidele were h…

…in the past where such issues were raised, but it cannot be allowed to fester."Emma Isikaku stated:"It's not about winning elections bc elections could be won by any means.It's a simple issue that bothers on one's honesty and transparency. You that is writing, tell me one reason you need to hide the primary and seconda…

…Nentawe Yilwatda, on Saturday paid a courtesy visit to the Emir of Kano, Khalifa Muhammadu Sanusi II, at the historic Rumfa Palace in Kano. Details of their discussions were not immediately made public. The meeting took place on August 22, 2026, amid heightened political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.…

…Governor Abdulaziz Yari was named Director-General, while Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma was named Secretary. The council’s published list names Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun as Director of Fundraising and Zacch Adedeji as Deputy Director of Fundraising

Boko Haram commander, three fighters and woman surrender to troops in Borno A JAS commander, three fighters and a woman have surrendered to troops of the Nigerian Army's 21 Special Armoured Brigade operating under Operation HADIN KAI and Operation DESERT SANITY V in Borno State. The surrender followed an intense clash…

By Ayo Onikoyi Nollywood actress, filmmaker and adult entertainment consultant, Seyi Hunter has openee up about her personality and the misconceptions surrounding her career, insisting that she is not bothered by what people think about her. Speaking in an interview with Potpourri, Hunter said her public personality is…

…the weaponisation of social media, where false information, manipulated videos and inflammatory statements can spread within minutes and create tension in communities. “Political leaders, their supporters, influencers and the media must, therefore, exercise responsibility. “Candidates should challenge the records and p…

…the VANGUARD and, on page 39, was an article titled: DELTA WITHOUT OIL written by Emmanuel Uduaghan. And had the article not been credited to Dr Uduaghan, Governor of Delta State, I would have thought there might be two Uduaghans… because this article was against the run of play. Here is governor of one of the largest…

…vulnerable Nigerians. The reform has also attracted criticism from the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, who questioned why the Federal Government continued to borrow despite the increase in revenue following subsidy removal. Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar also criticised the policy, saying it had increased hard…

…while former Zamfara Gov. Abdulaziz Yari will serve as Director-General. Gov. Hope Uzodimma of Imo is the Secretary. Sanwo-Olu, who is also Chairman of the South-West Governors’ Forum, will coordinate the party’s campaign activities across Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo and Ekiti states. The governor is expected to work…

…PENGASSAN Women Commission; Chidinma Anyanwu, National Secretary, PWC; while Muhammad Sani Ismail emerged National Auditor II. In his acceptance speech, Olabiyi paid tribute to Osifo, describing the outgoing PENGASSAN president and Trade Union Congress President as a leader whose tenure strengthened the association’s i…

…2015, the Minister of Transport was the governor of Rivers State. “He was the DG of Muhammadu Buhari. Before you knew, I pulled the carpet off his feet. He lost. He didn’t get 25 percent. “In 2019, he was Minister of Transport, he became the DG, and he lost his state too. Bukola Saraki was the DG of Atiku campaign in 2…