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Amidst morning prayers, an unidentified arsonist sets ablaze a mosque in Kano, trapping worshippers inside. Chaos ensues as emergency services rush to the scene, with at least 20 injuries reported. The assailant's motives remain unknown as authorities investigate this shocking act of violence in...
ASUU issues President Tinubu a two-week ultimatum to reinstate dissolved university governing councils, citing illegality and operational issues. The demand includes reinstating council members whose tenure hasn't lapsed and reconstituting those expired. ASUU criticizes diversion of TETFund...
Nigerian troops discover Boko Haram terrorists using Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet in Sambisa Forest, sparking reactions and calls for investigations. In a shocking revelation, Nigerian troops have discovered members of the dreaded Boko Haram terrorist group using Starlink, the...
Terrorists strike in Katsina, abducting over 80 people in Yar-Malamai village just after a deadly attack on soldiers. Residents were left devastated as bandits loot, burn homes, and kidnap mostly women. Calls for government intervention mount amidst escalating insecurity. In a shocking...
Skit maker Chidike Emmanuel, known as @Kryptoknighht, was tragically shot dead in Abuja's Mpape area. The incident prompts an outpouring of grief and calls for justice, under #Justiceforchidi. FCT Police spokesperson remains unavailable for comment. Concerns mount over Abuja's security amidst...
UK government advisers conclude no evidence of abuse in graduate visa route, contradicting Tory claims. Recommend retaining visas for international students. The UK government's Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has found no evidence of widespread abuse of the country's graduate visa route...
DSS operatives storm Ogun court, arrest two defendants on trial despite judge's orders. Incident sparks outrage over disregard for rule of law, alleged excessive force used. Raises concerns about judicial independence. Chaos erupted at a State High Court in Ilaro, Ogun State, as operatives of...
NECO releases the timetable for the 2024 SSCE exams, prompting students and educators to gear up for the upcoming assessments. Scheduled from June 19 to July 26, 2024, the announcement sparks anticipation and preparation nationwide, underlining the importance of readiness for academic...
A Lagos-based businesswoman has been left heartbroken after authorities issued a demolition notice on a property her family purchased just two months ago in the Eti-Osa area. A businesswoman in Lagos has been left traumatized and heartbroken after receiving a demolition notice from the state...
Amidst controversy, the Minister of Women Affairs petitions the Inspector General of Police to halt the Niger State Speaker's plan to marry off 100 orphaned girls. The move is met with legal challenge and calls for investigation into the girls' consent and age. Orphan marriage initiative sparks...
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