Army intercepts 296 large wraps of suspected cannabis in Ogun
The 35 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Abeokuta, says it intercepted 296 large wraps of suspected cannabis on the Abeokuta -Igboora road on Sunday. Maj. Samuel Akari, Assistant Director,…
Gunmen attack 2 famers, kill one in Ondo community
The Police Command in Ondo State on Tuesday confirmed the attack and murder of a farmer along Agunla Farm Road, Ayede-Ogbese in Akure North Local Government Area of the state….
Oil rises as expanding US-Israel war with Iran heightens supply risks
Brent rose more than $3 on Tuesday for a third day of gains as the widening U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran and threats to shipping via the Strait of Hormuz heightened…
Nigeria’s net FX reserves surge to $34.8 bln in 2025 – CBN says
Nigeria’s net foreign-exchange reserves surged to $34.8 billion by the end of 2025, up from $23.11 billion a year earlier and a dramatic leap from $3.99 billion two years prior,…
UniCal suspends 9 students over exam malpractice, forgery
The University of Calabar (UniCal) has suspended nine students over alleged examination malpractice and forgery of result. The suspension was announced in a statement by the institution’s registrar, Dr. Chukwuka…
2026 World Cup: Iran not likely to participate as war escalates
Iran’s place at the men’s World Cup in three months is now in doubt amid an escalating Middle East conflict sparked by the soccer tournament’s co-host, the United States. Should…
Police probes officers for alleged harassment, attempted extortion of Corps member
The Police command in Lagos State says officers accused of misconduct against a serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member have been identified and are under investigation. The command’s spokesperson,…
Same-sex marriage, LGBTQ may split Anglican Communion this week after Nigeria meeting
The outlook for the Anglican Communion, one of the world’s largest families of Christian churches, remains uncertain, but some answers may emerge by the end of this week with…
Benue Govt. begins resettlement of Yelewata IDPs – Official
The Benue Government on Monday says it has commenced the resettlement of victims of the June 2025 Yelewata attacks. The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mrs. Deborah Aber, who…
NAFDAC secures 40 year jail term against peddlers of fake alcoholic beverages
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says it has secured a judgement of 40 years jail term against two individuals peddling fake alcoholic beverages in…