Author: Damilola

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced that its 2026 State Congress will take place on Tuesday, March 3. The party disclosed this in a notice issued on Monday by the Chairman of the Lagos State Congress Committee, stating that the exercise will be held at the Mobolaji Johnson Stadium, formerly known as Onikan Stadium, on Lagos Island, beginning at 10am. The statement noted, “Pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.8 of the party’s Constitution, the All Progressives Congress, Lagos State Chapter, hereby announces the scheduled 2026 State Congress.” According to the party, eligible participants…

Kuwait’s Ministry of Defence has confirmed that several United States military aircraft were involved in a crash within the country on Monday morning, though the circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear. In a statement issued by a defence ministry spokesperson, authorities assured that all crew members survived the incident, describing their condition as stable. The ministry confirmed the “complete safety” of the aircraft’s crew members, adding that emergency teams promptly carried out search and rescue operations before evacuating those involved to a hospital for medical attention. Officials, however, did not disclose the number of aircraft or personnel affected in the…

The United States military has confirmed that three of its personnel were killed while several others sustained injuries during ongoing military operations targeting Iran. In a statement released on Sunday via X, the US Central Command disclosed that the casualties occurred during what it described as Operation Epic Fury. “Three US service members have been killed in action and five are seriously wounded as part of Operation Epic Fury,” the statement reads. The command added that additional troops suffered less severe injuries during the operation but are already undergoing recovery procedures. “Several others sustained minor shrapnel injuries and concussions —…

Acting Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has directed commissioners of police across Nigeria to strengthen security arrangements amid rising geopolitical tensions linked to developments in the Middle East. The directive was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, who said the measure forms part of preventive actions aimed at shielding the country from possible security repercussions arising from global events. Disu assured Nigerians that the police remain fully committed to safeguarding lives and property, stressing that the nation’s internal security situation remains stable and under firm control. According to the statement, commissioners of…

The Presidency has refuted viral social media reports alleging that members of the kitchen staff at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa were arrested over an alleged attempt to poison President Bola Tinubu. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, dismissed the claims on Sunday via his verified X account, describing the report as entirely false. The widely circulated video purported to show activities within the presidential villa, accompanied by narration claiming security operatives arrested a presidential chef linked to an alleged poisoning plot. The voiceover alleged, “Today we examine reports surrounding the shocking arrest of a…

Benjamin Sesko continued his impressive scoring run, netting the decisive goal as Manchester United secured a 2–1 victory over Crystal Palace to climb into third place in the Premier League, while Tottenham Hotspur’s relegation worries deepened following defeat at Fulham. Handed his first start in seven matches under manager Michael Carrick, Sesko delivered when it mattered most, helping United extend their unbeaten run since the former midfielder assumed control at Old Trafford. The win means United have now collected 19 points from a possible 21. Crystal Palace struck first when Maxence Lacroix overpowered Leny Yoro to head home Brennan Johnson’s…

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has explained that the National Assembly approved a hybrid system combining electronic and manual transmission of election results in the amended Electoral Act to enhance participation and prevent voter exclusion ahead of the 2027 general elections. Abbas said relying solely on electronic transmission was unrealistic due to Nigeria’s inadequate internet coverage and persistent electricity challenges. The Speaker made the remarks on Sunday while receiving Spain’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Felix Costales, during a courtesy visit at the National Assembly complex in Abuja. According to a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media…

Pope Leo XIV has called on countries caught up in the worsening Middle East crisis to embrace dialogue and demonstrate moral responsibility in preventing further violence following reported joint military strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran. Speaking during his Sunday Angelus prayer at the Vatican, the pontiff voiced “deep concern” over the rapidly unfolding situation, particularly developments within Iran, according to Vatican News. He stressed that lasting stability cannot emerge from military confrontation or threats between nations. “Stability and peace are not built with mutual threats, nor with weapons, which sow destruction, pain, and death, but only…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended Reginald Peter Chidiebere, described by authorities as “a wanted drug kingpin”, ending over a decade of evasion linked to multiple cocaine and heroin trafficking cases. According to a statement issued on Sunday by NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, Chidiebere was initially arrested in 2013 over cocaine trafficking offences and subsequently arraigned before Justice Ayokunle Faji of the Federal High Court in Lagos under charge number FHC/L/187c/2923. However, he absconded after being granted bail and remained in hiding for years. The agency said investigations later identified him in February 2024 as one of…

At least one person has been confirmed dead while 11 others sustained injuries after Iranian missile attacks struck airport facilities in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, authorities in the United Arab Emirates have said. The strikes, launched late Saturday, were carried out by Iran in retaliation for ongoing military operations against its territory by the United States and Israel. In a statement posted on X on Sunday, Abu Dhabi Airports disclosed that emergency services were responding to damage caused by intercepted aerial threats targeting Zayed International Airport. “Authorities in Abu Dhabi are responding to an incident resulting from the interception of…