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Abuja High Court Delays Trial Of Suspects In Killing Of ARISE News Reporter Somtochukwu Maduagwu Again
The Federal High Court in Abuja has again adjourned the trial of eleven suspects accused of killing ARISE News correspondent Somtochukwu Maduagwu and security guard Barnabas Danlami Thursday’s proceedings were postponed after the lead prosecutor, Adama Musa, was absent, reportedly attending another criminal case at a sister court in Apo. This marks the second delay…
Ukraine Identifies Two Nigerians Killed Fighting for Russia, Despite Denial Of State-Sponsored Recruitment
Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence Directorate (HUR) has publicly identified two Nigerian citizens who were killed while serving in the Russian Armed Forces during the ongoing war in eastern Ukraine. The announcement highlights what Ukrainian officials describe as a growing pattern of foreign recruits—many from Africa—being deployed to high-risk frontlines with minimal preparation. The individuals were named…
While Nigerians Live In Darkness, Suffer Businesses Collapse Due To Persistent Blackouts, Tinubu Govt Disconnects Aso Villa From National Grid After Completing ₦17bn Solar Project
As Nigerians continue to endure persistent blackouts that cripple homes and businesses, the Bola Tinubu government is set to disconnect Aso Rock Villa from the national grid in March 2026, following the completion of a ₦17bn solar power project designed to supply energy to the State House. The move comes at a time when millions…
US Should Not Only Target Boko Haram; They Should Also Go After Fulani Militias Who Kill Christians Without Any Deterrence From Government —American Missionary (VIDEO)
An American missionary, Alex Barbir, has called on the United States government to broaden its counter-terrorism efforts in Nigeria, insisting that the focus should extend beyond Boko Haram to include Fulani militias responsible for widespread killings of Christians across the country. Barbir, who has spent years working in rural communities affected by violence, described the…
Security Agents Attempt To Arrest El-Rufai, Seize His Passport At Abuja Airport Days After Raising Alarm (VIDEO)
There was heightened drama at the Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport, Abuja on Thursday after security operatives attempted to arrest former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai upon after his arrival in the country from Cairo, Egypt. Muyiwa Adekeye, Media Adviser to the former Kaduna State Governor Malam Nasir El-Rufai confirmed this in a statement. In the…
VIDEO: 140m Nigerians Are Falling Into Extreme Poverty, Yet All Tinubu Cares About Is Tax And Consolidation Of Criminality — Akah
Political commentator Peter Akah has again condemned Bola Tinubu, warning that over 140 million Nigerians are on the brink of extreme poverty while the former Lagos state governor remains focused on tax collection and consolidating corruption. Speaking in a recent interview he shared on X, the political commentator and an advocate of good governance said…
Aisha Yesufu Raises Alarm Over ‘Unconstitutional’ Deployment Of Soldiers To Intimidate #OccupyNASS Protesters
Human rights activist, Aisha Yesufu, has condemned the deployment of soldiers around the National Assembly complex, describing it as unconstitutional and a blatant attempt to suppress citizens’ rights under the Bola Tinubu government. Yesufu spoke on Tuesday at the protest ground in Abuja, where demonstrators gathered under the “Occupy National Assembly” campaign to oppose the…
‘Just A Belief They Want The World To Know,’ Remi Tinubu Downplays Christian Genocide In Nigeria, Says Opposition Peddling Narratives To Gain Election Sympathy (VIDEO)
Wife of Chief Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Remi, has downplayed Christian genocide in Nigeria, describing faithful persecution claims as a narrative pushed by political opponents and external actors to shape perceptions ahead of the 2027 general election. In comments made during a media appearance while she was in the United States, Mrs Tinubu cast doubt on…
Over 70 Feared Dead in Terrorists’ Assault on Taraba Communities Following Delayed Security Response
Coordinated attacks by suspected militants on communities in Chanchanji Council Ward, Takum LGA of Taraba State have left over 70 people feared dead, according to community leaders and advocacy groups. The assaults reportedly targeted villages including Amadu and Abokpa in early February, destroying homes and forcing residents to flee. Local representatives said distress calls were…
Senate Approves Electronic Transmission Of Polling Unit Results, Retains Form EC8A Citing ‘Network Challenges’
The Senate on Tuesday amended Section 60 of the Electoral Act to allow presiding officers at polling units to electronically transmit election results to the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) Results Viewing Portal (IREV). The amendment was adopted during an emergency plenary, where Senate President Godswill Akpabio outlined the updated procedure for result handling. According…