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Real security is defeating ignorance, hopelessness – Defence minister
The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa, says true and lasting national security must be anchored on defeating ignorance, conquering hopelessness, and defending democratic values.
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Global growth to decline to 2.5% in 2026 over Middle East...
The World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report says the ongoing conflict in the Middle-East is expected to slow global economic growth to its...
POLITICS
Expert wants improved border management in addressing Nigeria’s insecurity
An expert in trade operations, Dr Eugene Nweke, has urged the Federal Government to improve on border management and inter-agency collaboration to address the...
Oyo APC Justice Forum urges Tinubu to reward loyal members
The Justice Forum of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has urged President Bola Tinubu to prioritise rewarding members who demonstrated...
Democracy Day: Group urges support for Tinubu, security agencies
A political support group, Relax Tinubu is Fixing Nigeria (RTIFN), has called on Nigerians to support the re-election bid of President Bola Tinubu...
METRO
Real security is defeating ignorance, hopelessness – Defence minister
The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa, says true and lasting national security must be anchored on defeating ignorance, conquering hopelessness, and defending democratic values.
A...
Youth leader tasks youth on productive engagement, state police support
Mr Mukhtar Akoshile, Vice President, National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), has urged Nigerian youths to support the implementation of state policing, saying it...
LASTMA rescues motor boy as truck driver dies in Lagos crash
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed a lone accident involving an empty 40-foot articulated truck along Isheri Elemu inward Ijegun, where...
NATIONAL
Nigeria, U.S. partnership has degraded ISIS operations – DHQ
The strategic partnership between Nigeria and the United States has significantly degraded the operational capability of the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP)...
I-G orders enforcement against unregistered vehicles nationwide
The Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mr Olatunji Disu has ordered Commissioners of Police (CPs) to immediately, intensify enforcement operations against unregistered vehicles and vehicles...
Experts propose 30m passenger traffic at MMIA for GDP growth.
By Itohan Abara-Laserian
The Aviation Safety Round Table Initiative (ASRTI) has proposed the transformation of Lagos airport into a global hub capable of handling 30...
SPORTS
Muhtari outshines Nigerians to win Zaria International Horse Racing derby
A jockey from the Republic of Niger, Muhammad Muhtari, riding Bindigau, has emerged winner of the feature event on the second day of the...
Nigerian players dominate girls’ final at NASCO/ITF J30 championship
Nigerian junior tennis players delivered impressive performances on Friday at the ongoing 2026 NASCO/ITF J30 World Tennis Tour Junior Championship in Abuja.
The local players...
Mexico humble South Africa in World Cup Opener
Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup on Thursday night in Mexico City.
The host took the lead...
OPINION
Nigerian Democracy at 27: Experts seek reforms to unlock economic potential
Twenty-seven years after Nigeria returned to democratic governance, stakeholders across critical sectors of the economy say the next phase of the nation’s development must...
Expert wants improved border management in addressing Nigeria’s insecurity
An expert in trade operations, Dr Eugene Nweke, has urged the Federal Government to improve on border management and inter-agency collaboration to address the...
Sokoto students hail Tinubu’s NELFund as ‘greatest opportunity’ for Nigerian learners’
Students of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS), Sokoto State University (SSU), and Shehu Shagari College of Education (SSCOE) have commended President Bola Tinubu’s education...
ENTERTAINMENT
Headies 18th edition scheduled details for June 15, draws reactions
The organisers of the Headies have scheduled June 15 for the release of details on its 18th edition, drawing reactions from fans and stakeholders...
Nigerian-British singer, Talay Riley, stabbed to death in UK
Nigerian-British Grammy-winning singer and songwriter, Mark Olayinka, professionally know man as Talay Riley, dies at age 35 after a fatal stabbing in Silvertown, East...
‘Call of My Life’ grosses N498m at West African Box office
“Call of My Life”, a movie distributed by FilmOne Entertainment, has grossed N498 million at the West African box office.
The News Agency of Nigeria...
CELEBRITIES
Chiwetalu Agu debunks death rumour, says he’s hale and hearty
Nollywood legend, Chiwetalu Agu has debunked rumours trending on social media that he is critically sick and needs financial assistance to get treatment.
Chiwetalu Agu...
CRIME
NABTEB deploys GPS tech against exam fraud, seeks stronger ICPC partnership
The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) says it has intensified efforts to combat examination malpractice through technology-driven monitoring systems and stronger institutional...
Troops neutralise terrorist, rescue 3 kidnapped victims in Zamfara
The Nigerian Army says troops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, have neutralised a terrorist, rescued three kidnapped victims, and destroyed a bandits’ camp...
Southern Kaduna journalists seek rescue of Easter abductees
The Southern Kaduna Journalists Forum (SKJF) has called on the Kaduna State Government, security agencies to intensify efforts to rescue worshippers abducted during Easter...
LAW & JUSTICE
CP appoints Imo as VCRU Commander for Enugu Police Command
The Commissioner of Police in Enugu State, Mr Mamman Giwa, has announced the creation of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) for the Command,...
Enugu Govt. urges youths to apply for ongoing Nigerian Army recruitment.
The Enugu State Government has urged able-bodied youths to apply for the ongoing Nigerian Army recruitment and make a career within the army.
The Commissioner...
