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Suspected gunmen have attacked a Celestial Church in Uso, within the Owo Local Government Area, abducting worshippers during an early morning service. The incident occurred in the agrarian community of Uso, located along the Akure–Owo highway, and sparked tension among residents. According to available information, the assailants stormed the church premises around 12:50 a.m. on February 25, 2026, and forcefully took six worshippers to an undisclosed location. Witnesses said the […]

Amnesty International Nigeria has expressed concern over what it described as an escalating pattern of repression in Kano State, alleging that individuals who criticize Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf are being subjected to arrest, detention and intimidation. In a statement released on Tuesday, the human rights organization said it was deeply troubled by what it called a disturbing trend of arrests, harassment and questioning of persons for expressing dissenting views about […]

Last week, during a health summit for traditional and religious leaders held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, a traditional ruler from Enugu State, Igwe Lawrence Agubuzu, directly appealed to Bola Tinubu over the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). When given the opportunity to address the gathering, the monarch urged the President to either release Kanu unconditionally or return him to […]

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have reportedly arrested a sixth suspect linked to the 2022 terrorist attack on St. Francis Catholic Church in Owo. The attack, which shocked the nation, was carried out by members of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). The assailants stormed the church during a service and killed at least 40 worshippers, leaving many others injured and triggering widespread outrage and grief […]

Immediate past Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, is set to be arraigned today before the Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged cybercrime offences and violations of the Nigerian Communications Act. He is expected to appear before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik to answer a three-count charge filed against him by the Department of State Services (DSS). Security operatives have taken control of the court premises following the arrival of […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday stepped into the political rift between the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, and Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, urging both leaders to set aside their differences for the sake of peace and development in the state. The President’s appeal was conveyed by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) Renewed Hope Ambassadors Strategic Summit held […]

The Presidency has officially confirmed the resignation of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and announced the immediate appointment of Assistant Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu as Acting Inspector-General of Police. In a formal statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu accepted the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun following the submission of a letter in which he cited pressing family considerations […]

The Presidency has confirmed the resignation of Kayode Egbetokun as the Inspector-General of Police, bringing an end to his tenure as the nation’s top law enforcement officer. According to the Presidency, Egbetokun submitted his resignation letter, citing family matters that require his full and undivided attention. His decision marks a significant development within the country’s security leadership at a time when concerns over national safety remain at the forefront of […]

  The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a reduction in the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 50 basis points, bringing it down to 26.5 percent. This move reflects the Bank’s ongoing effort to stimulate economic activity and provide some relief to businesses and consumers facing persistent high borrowing costs in the economy. In addition to adjusting the MPR, the CBN has maintained the structure of its standing facilities […]