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- Troops Neutralize Bandits Heading to Attack Plateau Community, Recovers Arms
Troops deployed to Plateau State under Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) intercepted and neutralized bandits who were planning an attack. Several arms were recovered during the operation.
👉 Read more - Trump Pauses Student Visa Interview Amid Plans for Social Media Vetting
Donald Trump has halted student visa interviews in a move to initiate social media screening for international students, sparking global reactions.
👉 Read more - 2025 Hajj: Nigerian Female Pilgrim Dies in Saudi Arabia
A female pilgrim from Nigeria has been confirmed dead in Saudi Arabia during the ongoing 2025 Hajj pilgrimage.
👉 Read more - Dhul Hijjah Crescent Moon Sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid-el-Kabir Holds June 6
Authorities in Saudi Arabia have announced the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent, placing Eid-el-Kabir on June 6, 2025.
👉 Read more - 2027: Tinubu’s Gale of Endorsements Driven by Performance – Senator Orji Kalu
Senator Orji Kalu attributes President Tinubu’s rising endorsements ahead of 2027 to his developmental strides and leadership record.
👉 Read more - Trending: President Emmanuel Macron Receives Hot Slap From His Wife, He Reacts (Video)
A trending video shows French President Macron reacting calmly after a reported slap from his wife in public.
👉 Read more - President Tinubu Reacts to Children’s Day Celebration
President Tinubu celebrates Nigerian children, pledging stronger education policies and child protection reforms.
👉 Read more - National Assembly Withdraws Controversial Compulsory Voting Bill
Following public backlash, the National Assembly has shelved a controversial bill seeking to make voting compulsory in Nigeria.
👉 Read more - In Loving Memory of My Dear Husband DIG Ibrahim Lamorde – Maryam Tijjani Habib
Maryam Tijjani Habib pens a moving tribute to her late husband and former DIG, Ibrahim Lamorde.
👉 Read more - Tragic: Catholic Priest Dies After Being Swept Away by Flood in Niger State (Photos)
Flooding in Niger State has claimed the life of a Catholic priest, with eyewitnesses describing a tragic scene.
👉 Read more - 2027: Makinde, Saraki, Others Hold Closed-Door Meeting After Wike Seizes PDP HQ (Photos)
Political heavyweights met in secret after Nyesom Wike’s dramatic action against the PDP national headquarters.
👉 Read more - FCTA Seals PDP National Secretariat Over Unpaid Rent
Abuja authorities sealed off the PDP National Secretariat due to failure to pay rent, escalating internal party issues.
👉 Read more - 200,000 Candidates Score Above 200 in UTME Resit
JAMB has announced that over 200,000 students scored above 200 marks in the recently held UTME resit exam.
👉 Read more - PDP Crisis Deepens as Wike Vows to Fight On
Former Governor Wike declares he will not back down amid worsening internal PDP disputes.
👉 Read more - EFCC Chairman Cautions Alleged Tompolo Naira Abuse Video, Cites Possibility of AI
The EFCC warns against misinformation after a video allegedly showing Tompolo spraying Naira surfaces online.
👉 Read more - Exclusive: Tinubu’s 2 Years of Transformation
A special feature explores the achievements and milestones of President Tinubu’s administration over two years.
👉 Read more - Tragic Accident Claims Life of Renowned Northern Cleric, Rev. David Azzaman
Nigeria mourns the loss of Rev. David Azzaman, a respected northern cleric, who died in a tragic road accident.
👉 Read more - President Tinubu is God’s Gift to Nigeria – Arthur Eze
Business mogul Arthur Eze praises President Tinubu, calling him “a divine blessing” to the nation.
👉 Read more - Troops Arrest 4 Notorious Armed Robbers, Recover Arms in Plateau
Nigerian troops have apprehended four armed robbery suspects and seized weapons during a Plateau State operation.
👉 Read more - NDLEA Seizes Drugs Hidden in Plantain Chip Packages in Lagos
In a smart anti-drug operation, NDLEA officials uncovered narcotics disguised in snack packs in Lagos.
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