Trump hails Remi Tinubu at U.S. national prayer breakfast
President Donald Trump has acknowledged Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, as a “very respected woman” during the 74th Annual National Prayer Breakfast held on Capitol Hill. Mrs Tinubu met the…
DHQ explains Nigeria–U.S. security ties, denies presence of U.S. troops
The Defence Headquarters has clarified that Nigeria’s security cooperation with the United States does not involve the deployment of U.S. troops in the country, dismissing recent media reports and public…
75 Muslims killed in Kwara for rejecting extremists — Governor
Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has revealed that at least 75 Muslims were killed during coordinated attacks on Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area for resisting attempts…
Lagos announces traffic diversion for six-week Apongbon bridge repairs
The Lagos State Government has announced a traffic diversion plan to allow the Federal Ministry of Works to carry out repair works on the Apongbon Bridge. In a statement issued…
Senate passes electoral act amendment bill after five-hour deliberation
The Senate on Wednesday passed the Electoral Act Amendment Bill following a five-hour clause-by-clause consideration. The bill, which was the only item on the order paper after a valedictory session…
Drug war: NDLEA moves against houses, hotels used by traffickers
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and a civil society organisation, the Eagle Crime Awareness and Prevention Initiative (ECAPI), have pledged to intensify the seizure of assets linked to…
Spain moves to ban U-16s from social media, tightens online rules
Spain has announced plans to bar minors from accessing social media platforms as part of a sweeping set of measures aimed at strengthening online safety and protecting young people. Prime…
Wike–Fubara rift not APC’s concern, says Yilwatda
Nentawe Yilwatda, national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), says the political crisis involving Nyesom Wike and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara is not a matter for the ruling…
US sends small military team to Nigeria amid security cooperation
The United States has deployed a “small team” of troops to Nigeria following renewed security cooperation between both countries. General Dagvin Anderson, commander of the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), disclosed…
Gospel music icon Ron Kenoly dies at 81
Renowned American gospel singer, worship leader, and songwriter Dr Ron Kenoly has passed away at the age of 81. The news was confirmed by his music director, Bruno Miranda, in…