Category: News
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TROOPS NEUTRALISE TERRORIST IN KOGI FOREST RAID, RECOVER ARMS, MOTORCYCLE, CASH
Troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralised a suspected terrorist during a coordinated ambush operation in a forest corridor in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State. The operation, conducted under Operation TIGER PAW II, took place in the Adankolo Forest Reserve, where soldiers intercepted suspected armed men believed to be using the route as…
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EFCC SECURES CONVICTION IN KWARA OVER ILLEGAL LITHIUM TRANSPORTATION.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recorded a fresh conviction in Kwara State as a Federal High Court in Ilorin sentenced a truck driver, Kasimu Bawa, for unlawful possession and transportation of lithium-bearing minerals. Justice Abimbola Awogboro sentenced the 50-year-old to two years imprisonment or a ₦5 million fine after finding him guilty…
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AMTRIGG, ALHUSNA WIN AT EX-CNS GAMBO 60TH BIRTHDAY POLO EXHIBITION IN ABUJA
A commemorative polo exhibition match has been held in Abuja to celebrate the 60th birthday of former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. AZ Gambo (Rtd). The event took place at the Nigerian Army Polo Resort/Guards Polo Club, featuring AMTRIGG and Alhusna teams as winners in their respective categories. Alhusna won 2–0 against Kangal, while…
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AIYEDATIWA CELEBRATES AFENIFERE LEADER PA FASORANTI AT 100
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has congratulated Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, on his 100th birthday, describing him as a respected statesman and patriot. In a statement, the governor said Fasoranti’s life reflects service, integrity, courage, and dedication to societal progress, adding that reaching 100 is a rare divine blessing. Aiyedatiwa also noted Fasoranti’s role…
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11 KILLED IN LONE VEHICLE CRASH ON LAGOS–ABEOKUTA EXPRESSWAY
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun State says 11 people have died in a lone accident on the Eruku Bridge along the Lagos–Abeokuta Expressway. According to FRSC, the crash involved a Toyota vehicle that reportedly somersaulted and fell off the bridge on Sunday night, trapping all occupants inside. Officials say FRSC rescue teams,…
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PRESIDENT TINUBU ARRIVES NAIROBI FOR AFRICA FORWARD SUMMIT ON INVESTMENT AND DEVELOPMENT
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, to attend the Africa Forward Summit focused on investment and sustainable development across Africa. According to a presidential statement, the President landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport at about 12:18 a.m. local time and was received by Kenyan officials and members of Nigeria’s diplomatic mission. The summit,…
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LAGOS CONTAIN GAS PIPELINE FIRE IN AGEGE, NO CASUALTIES RECORDED
Emergency responders in Lagos State have successfully extinguished a gas pipeline fire along Agege Motor Road, Ile Zik inward Agege, with no casualties recorded. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) says the incident involved a pipeline belonging to NNPC Limited and was reported through emergency hotlines in the early hours of Monday. According to…
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CLAIMS SPARK ONLINE REACTIONS OVER ILEBAYE–FATHER INCIDENT
Social media users have reacted strongly after reports emerged alleging an assault involving Big Brother Naija All Stars winner, Ilebaye Odiniya, and her father, Emmanuel Odiniya. The situation gained attention after Ilebaye appeared distressed during an Instagram live session, where she cried out for help. The video later circulated widely online, prompting concern from many…
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PA FASORANTI AT 100: OONI OF IFE HAILS HIM AS SYMBOL OF WISDOM AND MORAL LEADERSHIP
The Ooni of Ife has described Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, as one of the few remaining pillars of wisdom and moral leadership in Nigeria as he marks his 100th birthday. In a statement from the Ooni’s palace, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi said Fasoranti’s life reflects a century of sacrifice, integrity, and service to humanity and…
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SOUTHERN KADUNA FESTIVAL SET TO PROMOTE UNITY, TOURISM AND INVESTMENT
The organisers of the 2026 Southern Kaduna Festival (SKFEST) say this year’s event will focus on unity, tourism, and investment opportunities in the region. The festival is scheduled to hold from May 28 to May 30 in Kafanchan, Kaduna State, with the theme “Embrace Diversity, Build Bridges.” According to the organisers, the three-day event will…
