…to visit the scene. Her body has been evacuated to a morgue for preservation.” Also, a security analyst, Zagazola Makama, who shared details about the incident on X, disclosed that the deceased was found dead within the hostel premises on Friday by another student, who alerted the matron of the institution. According t…

…subsidy regime, an opaque forex system that discouraged investment, a non-performing oil sector, and a tax base ‘far below its potential’.” The revenue authority said the initial impact of the reforms created significant economic difficulties but maintained that the country’s major economic indicators had subsequently…

…national ambition to build a $1tn economy driven by productivity, innovation and private-sector growth. The NCC chief also commended Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mbah, for what he described as purposeful leadership and a deliberate development agenda, citing investments in infrastructure, education and skills. Maida…

…marriages or romantic relationships, following the highly publicised collapse of his second marriage. Edoho made this disclosure on social media following his appearance at the white wedding of popular TikTok content creators Habeeb Hamzat (Peller) and Elizabeth Amadou (Jarvis) on Saturday, August 8, 2026. When approac…

…on charges of causing grievous bodily harm and attempted m8rder. During proceedings, prosecution counsel, Barrister H. A. Sani Buhari, sought permission to read the charge sheet to the accused. Maimunatu admitted to the offense of causing bodily harm, which falls within the jurisdiction of the magistrate court, but den…

…and His Excellency has also gifted him a house at Amana City to provide him with a secure and dignified home. "For Malam Haruna, this is more than a house. It is a symbol of hope after tragedy, dignity after devastation, and a new beginning after unimaginable loss. "Governor Abba K. Yusuf's intervention demonstrates th…

…evening, Fani-Kayode said Nigeria is neither a Muslim nor a Christian state but rather a secular state. He said comments such as those made by the Islamic clerics are highly provocative and should be avoided. His post reads;''I have immense respect for Sheik Jingir but I am constrained to point out that the extremist r…

…to locate his son, who was also abducted. The incident occurred on Sunday when troops of Sector 1, OPEP, responded to a distress call over the abduction of Boyi Sauka and his son, Mantum Sauka. The development was contained in a post shared on X on Sunday by security analyst Zagazola Makama. According to the report, th…

…club’s 2-1 pre-season triumph over Sevilla at the BayArena. Boniface came on during the second half as Leverkusen rallied from behind to secure victory against the Spanish side. Sevilla took the lead with a goal from Miguel Sierra, but Patrik Schick turned the tide with a brace in the second half, ensuring Leverkusen’s…

…Nyadjou was all the Indomitable Lionesses needed to send their arch rivals home and secure a place in the last four of the tournament.Super Falcons eliminated from WAFCON 2026. Photo from @echeginii.>The result carries historic weight. For the first time across all 14 editions of WAFCON, Nigeria will not feature in the…

…occurred over the weekend, with officers rescuing the critically injured victim and securing the accident scene. The victim was found alive but in critical condition after suffering multiple traumatic injuries, including severe fractures and a serious head injury. According to LASTMA, the unidentified motorist struck t…

…Guards, Mohsen Rezaei, has been named head of the country’s highest national security body, the Iranian presidency announced on Sunday. “In light of the resignation of Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr from his position as secretary of the Supreme National Security Council and his appointment to new functions, President Masoud…

…intelligence-led enforcement, stronger border surveillance and collaboration with sister security agencies, including the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) under the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) to identify and dismantle trafficking networks while safeguarding n…

Armed men shot and killed Reuben Owie, the 85-year-old secretary of Iyowa community, at his home in Iguosa, Benin City, Edo StateThe attack happened around 8:15pm on Sunday, August 2, 2026, and was reported to police by the victim's sonThe Edo State Police Command confirmed the incident and said investigators are worki…

…Al Muhajir, and eight other fighters. This is contained in a statement posted on X by security expert, Zagazola Makama, who disclosed that the strikes, conducted on Saturday, August 8, 2026 around the Yuwe and Sabil Huda enclaves in the Sambisa Forest, were highly effective. He said Abu Khalid is a specialist responsib…

…week with the All-Share Index at 166,129.50 points, driven by broad gains across most sectorsFinancial Services stocks led trading activity, accounting for over 67% of total turnover volume during the weekNCR (Nigeria) Plc topped the gainers list with a 60.79% price jump, while Ikeja Hotel led the decliners with a 12.3…

…legal action over Adamawa candidate substitution By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA — Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Babachir Lawal, has criticised the presidential candidacy of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar under the African Democratic Congress, ADC, while also faulting the party’s handling of it…

…made the call on Sunday in Kano in a goodwill message delivered on his behalf by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, at the Grand Maulud of Sheikh Ahmad Al-Tijani. A statement by his media aide, Yomi Odunuga, noted that the President said religious leaders had a crucial role to play in conf…

…of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has said Nigeria’s worsening insecurity cannot be separated from the Tinubu administration’s fiscal indiscipline, wasteful expenditure and poor implementation of budgetary appropriations. He stated this on Sunday while reacting to reports that 5,091 Nigerians we…

…dem for school and she was taking care of my daughter in the village. "After my year two second semester, she advised me not to come home again. That I should pay house at Yenagoa and I did so. "We both moved to Yenagoa from the village and I always visited her every two weeks. We were full of life in the relationship.…

…borders during the upcoming election cycle. The Comptroller General vowed to intensify security operations while tackling internal complicity. Adeniyi called on Nigerians to provide credible intelligence as the service works with sister security agencies to combat smuggling and protect the nation's borders. Customs int…

…and flee into adjoining bushes. The 33 passengers were subsequently rescued and secured by the troops for further necessary action. Following the rescue, the soldiers conducted an exploitation of the surrounding area while pursuing the fleeing terrorists. The Army said no troop casualty was recorded during the operatio…

…deceased, identified as Alayande Faith Ajoke, was found d3ad within the hostel premises, security analyst Zagazola Makama reported. According to sources, the Chief Matron of the Law School, Mrs. Igbokwe Juliana, reported the incident at the Victoria Island Police Division at about 6:30 a.m. The report stated that at ab…

…the state. He said such a restriction could not be legally enforced. According to him, Sections 39, 40, 41 and 42 of the 1999 Constitution guarantee citizens rights to freedom of expression, peaceful assembly and association, movement and freedom from discrimination. Adenola said, "The Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulroshee…

…he is transgender and says he plans to declare for the 2027 WNBA Draft, making him the second former professional basketball player to announce plans to do so within a day.White made the announcement during a Friday interview with Fox News. "I'm transgender," White said. "I identify as sometimes identifying as a woman…