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The administration of Donald Trump is considering the deployment of thousands of American troops as part of a potential escalation in its military campaign against Iran. The proposed move is aimed at securing safe passage for oil tankers through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, with operations expected to rely heavily on air and naval forces. Iranian naval assets, including warships and submarines, have reportedly been key targets in ongoing […]

A Sokoto-based Islamic cleric, Musa Lukuwa, on Thursday led his followers in observing Eid al-Fitr prayers despite a directive by Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III declaring Friday as the official day for the celebration. Lukuwa conducted the two-unit Eid prayer at his mosque in Mabera at about 9:10 a.m., shortly after the Sultan announced that the Shawwal crescent moon had not been sighted anywhere in Nigeria, thereby extending the Ramadan fast […]

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Oyo State has deployed 1,705 personnel to key locations across the state as part of measures to boost security ahead of the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. State Commandant, Augustine Padonu, disclosed this while briefing officers before their deployment, noting that the personnel have been strategically positioned to ensure effective monitoring of critical public areas. He explained that the operation covers Eid prayer grounds, markets, […]

King Charles III has praised Nigeria’s rapid transformation, highlighting its cultural influence and global relevance during a state engagement with President Bola Tinubu in the United Kingdom. The monarch made the remarks while hosting Tinubu and his wife, Oluremi Tinubu, alongside members of the royal family and council at Windsor Castle. He described Nigeria as a nation undergoing remarkable progress, stating that the country “has not merely changed, it has […]

The Oyo State Government has announced plans to begin the disbursement of loans to young farmers across the state as part of efforts to strengthen agribusiness and promote youth participation in agriculture. The Director-General of the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency, Debo Akande, disclosed this during a press conference held in Ibadan. He stated that the initiative, scheduled to commence next week, is designed to create practical opportunities for young […]

A judge of the Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has convicted 10 Filipino sailors alongside their merchant vessel, MV Nord Bosporus, over the importation of 20 kilograms of cocaine into Nigeria. The arrests were made at the Apapa seaport in November 2025 after authorities intercepted the illegal consignment. Following the discovery, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency filed multiple charges against the vessel and its crew. During court proceedings, […]

Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted four cocoa farmers at the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria, located in the Idi-Ayunre area of Ibadan. The victims were reportedly visiting the facility when the attackers struck. According to an eyewitness who managed to escape, the armed men emerged from the surrounding bush and intercepted their vehicle while they were heading toward one of the institute’s sections. Security authorities confirmed the incident, […]

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested a 29-year-old man, Robinson Uche, in connection with the killing of a 42-year-old resident, Shedrack Chukwem, in Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State. Police investigations revealed that the suspect allegedly acted as part of a group involved in the incident. During interrogation, Uche reportedly confessed to participating in the crime, which occurred on December 17, 2025. According to his statement, he and […]

The Labour Party has fixed May 23, 2026, as the date for its presidential primaries in preparation for the 2027 general elections, according to decisions reached at a recent meeting of its National Executive Council (NEC) in Abuja. The meeting was attended by officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission, underscoring the party’s commitment to due process and electoral compliance. As part of its outlined timetable, the party will submit […]