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State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has challenged a former governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose, to provide evidence to support his claim that he (Makinde) received N50bn from President Bola Tinubu following the January 2024 Ibadan explosion. Makinde had, in January 2024, visited Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, to submit a report on the explosion, which claimed five lives, injured 77 persons and destroyed about 55 houses in Ibadan, the state capital. However, Fayose, during an interview on TVC on Friday, alleged that Makinde received N50bn from the Presidency to manage the aftermath of the incident, claiming that the funds…

A former Managing Director of Dasr Communication and Chief Executive Officer of Hosamudia Farm, Don Pedro Obaseki, has reportedly been attacked and stripped naked by suspected thugs in Benin, Edo State. Obaseki, a cousin of former Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki, was said to have featured prominently in several “meet and greet” sessions organised by the former governor across Europe. Sources disclosed that the incident occurred at Uwa Primary School, where Pedro Obaseki had gone to play football before he was allegedly attacked and beaten by the assailants. A viral video seen by our reporter showed Obaseki kneeling at the…

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), has announced the graduation of over 7,000 newly recruited Forest Guards drawn from seven frontline states. This was disclosed in a statement released by the Special Assistant (Media) to the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Rabiu Ibrahim, on Saturday. He said this followed the successful completion of an intensive three-month training programme under the Presidential Forest Guards Initiative, launched by Bola Tinubu, GCFR, in May 2025. According to Ibrahim, the initiative represents a coordinated Federal–State security intervention aimed at reclaiming Nigeria’s forests from criminal…

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has emphasized the importance of strengthening ties between Edo State and Italy, highlighting cultural exchange as a vital avenue for economic growth, mutual understanding, and sustainable development. This call for collaboration was made during a visit from Mr. Iacopo Foti, the Deputy Head of Mission at the Italian Embassy in Abuja, who attended the recent Edo Carnival in Benin City. Governor Okpebholo expressed the state’s openness to strategic partnerships with Italy, particularly in sectors that would yield mutual benefits. He underscored the significance of sub-national cooperation as a pathway to growth and global relevance,…

I An unspecified number of travelers have been reportedly been killed following a suspected bomb explosion along the Yar’Tasha–Dansadau road in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The Police Public Relations Officer of the state command, Yazid Abubakar, reportedly confirmed the incident to Daily Post on Saturday. According to Daily Post, he confirmed it in a telephone interview, where he said, “I can confirm that there was a blast in that area but the incident just happened. I can’t tell you details yet. Videos of the alleged aftermath of the incident have been circulating online, showing travelers fleeing the…

The tragic news of Mr. and Mrs. Aifedighi’s alleged killing has sent shockwaves through the Ujemen community and beyond, highlighting the persistent and alarming issue of kidnapping in the region. The heartbreaking circumstances surrounding their abduction, particularly the inability of their family to meet the ₦100 million ransom demand, underscore the dire situation many face in the grip of insecurity. As the community mourns the loss of this family, the calls for action from residents of Ekpoma reflect a growing frustration and fear regarding their safety. The frequent occurrences of kidnappings have created an atmosphere of anxiety, and the plea…

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Boxing Day, donated 10 outboard engine fishing boats to women and cooperative groups from Akwa Ibom South Senatorial District as part of his constituency projects. The presentation took place at his country home in Ukana, Essien Udim Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. This was disclosed in a statement issued in Abuja on Saturday by his media team. The beneficiaries were drawn from riverine communities of the state, where fishing is the major source of livelihood. Speaking at the event, the wife of the Senate President, Dr (Mrs) Ekaette Akpabio, thanked…

Police officers from the Federal Capital Territory Command on Friday carried out a security patrol of mosques and recreational centres within the Abuja metropolitan area. The Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory Command, Miller Dantawaye, led the exercise. A statement by the command spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, said the exercise was aimed at assessing security arrangements and boosting public confidence during the festive period. She said the patrol is part of ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of residents and visitors across the FCT. Adeh added that it is expected to complement existing deployments, including visible patrols, intelligence-led operations and collaboration…

As part of the decisive phase of the ongoing Operation PEACE SHIELD, troops of 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE (JTF OPEP) have sustained robust offensive operations across the Joint Operations Area to ensure a peaceful and secure environment during the yuletide period. In the early hours of 25 December 2025, troops, acting on credible intelligence, conducted a decisive operation at Gwande Community, Monguna District, Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. During the operation, troops made contact with a group of armed bandits who were mobilising to launch an attack on a nearby community. The troops swiftly engaged…

Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has called on the Federal Government to immediately halt all military cooperation with the United States following reported US airstrikes. Gumi warned that American involvement could worsen Nigeria’s security challenges and undermine national sovereignty. Gumi made the call in a statement posted on his Facebook page on Friday. He said while Islam permits the fight against terrorism, such actions should only be carried out by what he described as “clean hands,” arguing that the United States lacks the moral authority to lead such efforts because of its global military record. According to the cleric, Nigeria…