Court remands Sowore in Kuje prison
The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, ordered the immediate remand of human rights activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, at the Kuje Correctional…
Gunmen kill 18 in fresh Plateau attacks
At least 18 persons have been killed by gunmen in separate attacks on Kawel and Kopkon communities, in Mushere district, Bokkos LGA of Plateau state. Security sources told Zagazola…
We’re ready for talks or war with govt – Turji
A video allegedly featuring notorious bandit leader Bello Turji is currently circulating on social media, with the wanted kingpin claiming responsibility for recent attacks on security operatives in parts…
UK PM Keir Starmer resigns
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on Monday after less than two years in office, in a term characterised by policy U-turns and deep public unpopularity. “Every…
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- International , News
- June 22, 2026
- 52 views
S’Korea ex-justice minister jailed 25 years over martial law disaster
A South Korean court sentenced a former justice minister to 25 years in prison on Monday for his role in ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol’s brief and disastrous declaration of…
Bello Turji’s fighters undergoing weapons training in Sokoto – Report
Fresh security concerns have emerged in some parts of eastern Sokoto State following reports that loyalists of notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji, were allegedly conducting weapons training and tactical…
INEC Declares APC’s Oyebanji Winner Of Ekiti Gov Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Governor Biodun Oyebanji of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election. The Returning…
Iran Closes Hormuz Again Over Israel Renewed Strikes On Lebanon
Iran said it was once again closing the vital Strait of Hormuz shipping lane on Saturday over Israel’s attacks in Lebanon, calling them a violation of its deal with…
Six dead, many stranded after multi-vehicle crash on Lagos-Ibadan expressway
The Oyo state fire service says six persons lost their lives in a multiple-vehicle accident involving tankers, articulated trucks and cars at the Ibadan toll gate section of…
Switzerland says US, Iran peace talks postponed
Switzerland announced Friday that planned talks following up on the deal to end the Middle East war had been postponed, hours after US Vice President JD Vance’s departure for…
NDC disowns candidates’ list circulating on social media
The Nigeria Democratic Congress has distanced itself from a list of purported candidates for elections in Imo, Abia and Anambra states currently circulating on social media, describing it as…
M-East war: US lifts Iranian ports’ blockade as deal comes into force
United States yesterday said it has lifted its blockade on Iranian ports near the Strait of Hormuz, after both countries signed the initial peace deal aimed ending the over…
- Insecurity
- June 19, 2026
- 49 views
Okpebholo Threatens To Sign Death Warrants For Criminals
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has issued a blunt warning to criminals operating in the state: those who persist in crime will face prosecution, and he will personally sign…
- Insecurity , Terrorism
- June 18, 2026
- 42 views
Banditry, farmer-herder clashes worsening poverty in North — Study
A new report has revealed that violent conflict across the northern part of the country is deepening poverty and weakening the ability of households to recover from economic shocks.…
Critics Of Iran Deal Are ‘Fools’, Says Trump
US President Donald Trump lashed out at critics of his agreement with Iran on Thursday, calling those who accused him of offering concessions to end the war “fools”,…
