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Nigeria, The Gambia Agree To Revive Joint Commission, Expand Bilateral Cooperation
Nigeria and The Gambia have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic relations, with both countries agreeing to revive the Nigeria-Gambia Joint Commission to enhance cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The resolution was reached during a bilateral meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiy
Peter Obi’s Exit Left South-East Disadvantaged, Confused — Kenneth Okonkwo
The presidential spokesperson of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Kenneth Okonkwo, has said Peter Obi’s exit from the party before the conclusion of its presidential primary left the South-East politically disadvantaged and uncertain ahead of the selection of a vice-presidential candidate. Okonkwo made the remarks on Thursday during an appearance on Cha
“We Have Not Uploaded a Presidential Candidate Because the NEC Has Decided to Support Tinubu’s Re-election in 2027” – APGA
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has explained why it has not submitted the name of a presidential candidate to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the 2027 general election. The party said the decision followed its endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office. The APGA National Publicity Secretary, Mazi […]
Did Anyone Beg You To Become President – Falz Criticises Tinubu Over Governance, Spending Priorities
Nigerian rapper and activist Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration over what he described as misplaced priorities, questioning government spending amid worsening insecurity and economic challenges. Speaking during an interview on ARISE News 360, Falz referenced lyrics from one of his songs, saying his
I Fled South Africa Without My 2 Daughters After 3 Xenophobic Attacks — Returnee
A Nigerian returnee, Okafor Ugochukwu, has recounted how repeated xenophobic attacks in South Africa forced him to flee the country without his two daughters after losing his businesses, home and means of livelihood. Speaking in an interview with Vanguard on Tuesday, Ugochukwu, an indigene of Anambra State, said he left Nigeria in 2014 in search […]
FIFA Appoints American Referee Ismail Elfath For England vs Argentina World Cup Semi-Final
FIFA has appointed American referee Ismail Elfath to officiate Wednesday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina. The world football governing body announced the appointment in a post on its official X account on Tuesday, confirming that Elfath will oversee Match 102 at Atlanta Stadium on July 15, with kick-off scheduled for 3:00 […]
Police Arrest 2 Over Alleged Dummy Phone Scam In Adamawa
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested two suspected fraudsters accused of selling dummy phones to unsuspecting customers through a network of agents operating across the state. The Command’s spokesperson, SP Suleiman Nguroje, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday, identifying the suspects as Audu Abubakar and Nasiru Hassan, both residents o
Former AGF Aondoakaa Demands Probe Into Benue Killings, Miyetti Allah Leader’s Death
Former Attorney General of the Federation and Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP)governorship candidate in Benue State, Chief Michael Aondoakaa, has called on the federal government to investigate the deadly attack on Otukpo Nobi community and the recent killing of Miyetti Allah leader, Ardo Risku Mohammed. Aondoakaa said the public deserved to know the circumst
Final South Africa Evacuation Flight To Return 315 Nigerians Wednesday
The federal government has scheduled its final evacuation flight from South Africa to arrive in Nigeria on Wednesday, July 15, with 315 stranded Nigerians expected on board. According to a statement by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the Air Peace flight will depart Johannesburg at 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday […]
Troops Foil ISWAP Infiltration Attempt In Borno, Recover Terrorists’ Camcorder
Troops of the 19 Brigade, Sector 3 of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have thwarted an attempted infiltration by suspected fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) into Cross Kauwa community in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State. The Nigerian Army said the terrorists suffered significant casualties and retreated after troops mounted a
Army Intercepts Truck Loaded With Suspected Illicit Drugs, Arrests Driver In Lagos
Troops of the 65 Battalion of the Nigerian Army have intercepted a truck conveying a large consignment of suspected illicit drugs along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road and arrested the driver. The operation was carried out on July 9, 2026, following actionable intelligence received from a credible source, according to a statement issued on Sunday by […]
Anambra Police Arrest 3 Women Over Alleged Sale Of 4-Year-Old Boy For ₦2m
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested three women over their alleged involvement in a child trafficking syndicate, including the alleged sale of a four-year-old boy for ₦2 million. The command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, identifying the suspects as Florence Nnakuzie, 45; Hannah Ugah, 52; and Chinasa Da
Ogun AFAN Dismisses Rival Leadership Claims, Affirms Legitimate State Executive Committee
The Ogun State chapter of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) has dismissed claims by a rival group seeking to take over the leadership of the association, insisting that the current state executive remains the only legitimate leadership recognised under the organisation’s constitution. The association described recent reports and activities by the
NIDO Launches Nationwide Campaign Against Human Trafficking In Schools
The Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO) has launched a nationwide awareness campaign aimed at protecting secondary school students from human trafficking and educating them on how to identify and avoid traffickers’ tactics. The campaign began in Makurdi, Benue State, with a sensitisation programme held on Thursday at the Government Model Secondary Scho
HURIWA Seeks ₦50m Compensation For Freed Oyo Schoolchildren
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called on the federal government to pay ₦50 million compensation to each of the schoolchildren, teachers and other victims recently freed after being abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The group said the compensation would support the victims’ rehabilitation, psychological recov
Apple Sues OpenAI, Alleges Theft Of Trade Secrets For AI Hardware Development
Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the artificial intelligence company of using stolen trade secrets to develop its AI hardware, escalating tensions between the two companies despite their existing partnership. The lawsuit, filed in a federal court in California, alleges that OpenAI engaged in a “coordinated pattern of misconduct at an instit
HURIWA Demands Transparency Over Release Of Abducted Oyo Pupils, Seeks ₦50m Compensation For Victims
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called on the Federal Government to disclose the full circumstances surrounding the release of schoolchildren, teachers and other victims abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, saying Nigerians deserve to know how they regained their freedom. In a statement issued on Saturday and si