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Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised scores of terrorists and recovered assorted arms in failed attacks on troops’ locations in Buratai and Mallam Fatori towns in Biu and Abadam local government areas of Borno State. A statement by the Acting Deputy Director Army…
United States President Donald Trump has signed an Executive Order on Wednesday, banning citizens of 12 countries from entering the country. Trump said the move was needed to protect against “foreign terrorists” and other security threats. The directive is part of immigration…
Kano State Police Command has uncovered a fake AK-47 rifle at the residence of one of the suspects arrested in connection with the murder of CSP Baba Ali, the divisional police officer (DPO) of Rano local government area. Spokesperson of the Command, SP Haruna Kiyawa,…
United States President Donald Trump has announced a visa ban on Wednesday for foreign students who are set to begin attending Harvard University, ramping up his administration’s crackdown on higher education. “I have determined that it is necessary to restrict the entry of…
A 20-year-old Edo State girl, Iwinosa Okunrobo, who was trafficked to Burkina Faso was on Wednesday reunited with his family following Governor Monday Okpeholo intervention that led to her rescue. Okunrobo was lured with a promise of greener pasture and trafficked to Burkina…
A 20-year-old Edo State girl, Iwinosa Okunrobo, who was trafficked to Burkina Faso was on Wednesday reunited with his family following Governor Monday Okpeholo intervention that led to her rescue. Okunrobo was lured with a promise of greener pasture and trafficked to Burkina…
A Nigerian geoscientist, Yusuf Azeez has joined a cohort of researchers studying the Antarctica for the stability of methane hydrates and the evolving morphology of the seafloor in response to rising global temperature. This is contained in the progress report of the research…
President Donald Trump has ordered an investigation into his predecessor Joe Biden’s actions during his presidency, accusing aides of a “conspiracy” to “deceive the public about Biden’s mental state”. Trump aimed at the former president’s use of an autopen, a device…
Delegates from 17 countries across the globe are expected to attend the 2025 Ilorin Emirate durbar billed for June 8, 2025. Delegates and government representatives are being expected from the United States of America( USA), United Kingdom(UK), Republic of Benin, Egypt and…
A socio-political youths coalition, Akwa-Cross Youths Initiative (ACYI), has lauded the appointment of Princess Usoro Akpabio, as the inaugural managing director (MD) of the South-South Development Commission (SSDC), describing her as a round peg in a round hole. Addressing…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on Thursday, announced the suspension of the clampdown on private jet owners over import duty evasion for one month. LEADERSHIP reports that the Service, on Monday, started the grounding of over 60 private jets flying in the country over…
Conservation organisations Wild Africa have applauded the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) over the interception of 300 parrot heads bound for smuggling out of the country. Speaking against the backdrop of World Parrot Day commemoration, the organisation called for stronger…
In a heartfelt celebration of his 57th birthday anniversary, the Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Dr. Paul Enenche, on Wednesday, June 4, donated a borehole, organised a large-scale medical outreach, and empowered hundreds of widows and less-privileged…
In a powerful demonstration of corporate responsibility and inclusive leadership, Gossy Ukanwoke, managing director of KingMakers and CEO of BetKing, has initiated a groundbreaking programme to support para-sports development in Nigeria. Through BetKing, one of Nigeria’s…
Rivers Hoopers coach Ogoh Odaudu has confirmed that the team has strengthened its squad in a bid to tackle defensive shortcomings ahead of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) playoffs in Pretoria, South Africa. Odaudu expressed concerns regarding the team’s defensive…
Sage Grey Finance Limited, a licensed financial institution has awarded scholarships to five outstanding students of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) as part of the inaugural edition of its Undergraduate Scholarship Programme. The award ceremony which took place at the…
The Nigerian government has thrown its support behind Eniola Shokunbi, a young science prodigy whose innovative breakthroughs are gaining international attention. Recognised for her extraordinary aptitude in scientific problem-solving and innovation, Shokunbi is quickly…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has lampooned the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for celebrating defections into its fold like a successful policy, amid the economic hardship and insecurity across the country. The national publicity secretary of PDP, Hon. Debo…
