…the right to carry out their constitutional duties without intimidation, harassment, or attack. He stated that democracy cannot thrive where journalists are attacked for documenting events or where citizens are punished for exercising their lawful rights. He said, "The decision of the ECOWAS Court is not only about me;…

Argentina's attacking play was led by captain Lionel Messi, who remained the focal point of their attack throughout the match

…Telegram, the Ukrainian General Staff said air-launched cruise missiles were used in the attack on the Voronezh facility, which it described as a critical component of Russia's defence production chain. Voronezh Governor Alexander Gusev confirmed that a production plant in the region was damaged during the attack and s…

Troops of 1 Brigade Counter-Terrorism Force 7 have responded to a reported terrorist attack along the Tsafe-Yankuzo road in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. Military sources said the troops were deployed at about 11:15 am on June 21 after receiving intelligence that terrorists had intercepted a vehicle tra…

…Command has confirmed that no case of abduction was recorded during a suspected bandit attack on a police outpost in Zugurma Village, Mashegu Local Government Area of the state.SP Wasiu Abiodun, the command's spokesperson, confirmed the development while speaking with newsmen on Monday in Minna. Abiodun said the incide…

…to the office of the Governor, warning against what it described as unnecessary personal attacks on elected leaders. "Whether anyone, including Jime, has a bone to chew with the governor or dislikes him for personal reasons, there is every need to at least respect the exalted office he is occupying," it added. The stat…

…when a Fulani herder allegedly stabbed a farmer to death on his farmland. In a reprisal attack, members of the farming community allegedly attacked Fulani settlements in the area, killing about eight persons and escalating tensions within the community. Confirming the incident to our correspondent, the Kebbi State Poli…

…Authorities must stop weaponizing criminal defamation and cybercrime laws to target and attack journalists, bloggers, human rights defenders and activists and stop detaining and imprisoning them solely for doing their jobs. "We are concerned that journalists, bloggers, human rights defenders and activists face signific…

…the suspected terrorists to flee the area before causing further harm, adding that the attackers escaped into the adjoining Ibbi Forest following the deployment of security personnel. He added, “Security agencies have continued to monitor the area and are taking necessary measures to prevent further attacks and ensure…

…Community of Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State as gunmen on Monday attacked and injured an unidentified young man who was returning home after purchasing food for his infant child in the community. The gunmen inflicted bodily injuries on the victim, who is currently hospitalized in an undisclosed hospi…

By Golok Nanmwa JOS - The Plateau State Government has condemned the attack on Kawel community in Mushere Chiefdom, Bokkos Local Government Area, which left over 22 persons dead and others injured. The government described the incident, which occurred on Sunday as a heinous and senseless act of violence against a peace…

…Gambo, said the children could be victims who were forcefully taken during recent attacks. Indeed, a 2024 UNICEF report indicated that over 8,000 children had been recruited by Boko Haram and thousands more affected by terror-related violence and exploitation in northern Nigeria. Thus, whether one focuses on the curren…

…disclosed that intelligence reports had previously uncovered plans by terrorists to attack schools in the area, prompting preventive measures, including the temporary closure of some schools. Sources disclosed that sustained military offensives against terrorist groups across the country have forced many insurgents to…

…court. In the specific case of the ADC which appears to be the target of the judicial attack, the party met the constitutional provisions of registration including Section 225A which states that a political party should either win 25 per cent of the votes cast in a State or, a seat in the Senate, House of Representativ…

…the airport in Niamey, the capital of Niger, once again became the target of a terrorist attack. Gunfire began around 6 a.m. and lasted for several hours. Considering that this is the second attack on the capital's airport this year, which, fortunately, was successfully repelled by the Nigerien armed forces, the milita…

…of players feeling obliged to pass to Ronaldo if other team-mates were in better attacking positions. “We don’t feel the need to pass him the ball,” Conceicao said. “I pass it to whoever I think is in the best position and unmarked.” Conceicao said Ronaldo is seen as “just another member of the squad” which needed “eve…

…emerged that his father is recovering from an unspecified “health issue”. Inter Miami attacker Messi had not even committed to playing the tournament in North America until the last moment. But nobody realistically expected him to be absent from spearheading Argentina’s attempt to become the first team since Brazil in…

Masked speaker claimed responsibility for recent attacks in parts of Sokoto and Zamfara states.

…so much time and energy to discussing him. No political party spends valuable airtime attacking an opponent it considers irrelevant." Ejalonibu also faulted attempts to downplay Adebutu's record as a former member of the House of Representatives, citing his constituency interventions, educational support programmes, yo…

…operatives, civil defence personnel, and local security outfits has repelled a bandit attack on Tureta, the headquarters of Tureta Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The attack, which occurred at about 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, prompted an immediate response from security agencies after armed bandits attempted to infilt…

…of Iran closing the strategic Strait of Hormuz again in response to recent Israeli attacks on Lebanon. “It is not possible to enter the negotiation phase for a final agreement” unless there is an end to the war in Lebanon, Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei wrote on X. Washington and Tehran’s memorandum…

…that the cultural celebration must not be turned into an avenue for violence, revenge attacks, or supremacy battles among rival groups. He stated that the festival is neither an opportunity to settle old scores nor a platform for retaliatory attacks, warning that any violent conduct remains a criminal offence punishabl…

…an avenue to settle old scores, engage in supremacy contests, nor carry out retaliatory attacks between masquerades and their opponents. The first-class monarch assured that all necessary arrangements have been put in place by the palace to ensure a hitch-free Egungun festival this year. Oba Ladoja urged the people to…

…evening, after Iran again closed the strategic Strait of Hormuz in response to Israel’s attacks on Lebanon. “Any ceasefire under the banner of a comprehensive cessation of hostilities — we have already committed to this if it happens, but we will not accept any violation. We will confront any violation… we will deal wi…

…Jos reportedly received a distress call around 10:00 a.m. that the woman was being attacked by a mob. He said the DPO and his team quickly mobilised to the scene, rescued her, and took her into protective custody at the police station pending investigation. However, the situation escalated when hundreds of residents al…