Nigeria has emerged as the fourth-highest country of origin for service members granted U.S. citizenship through military naturalization between 2020 and 2024, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Between 2020 and 2024, the United States naturalized over 52,000 military service members from various countries. Among them, 3,270 Nigerian-born service members were granted U.S. citizenship, placing Nigeria behind the Philippines (5,630), Jamaica (5,420), and Mexico (3,670).…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has warned against a new version of banking malware, Grandoreiro, that is targeting bank users globally. According to the agency, the banking Trojan is primarily distributed through phishing emails and fake websites. NITDA issued the warning on Monday via a statement seen by NEW DAILY PRIME. NITDA said, “A new version of the banking malware, Grandoreiro has emerged, targeting users globally. This banking…

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt.Gen. Olufemi Oluyede has assured Nigerians of better results in the fight against all forms of security challenges plaguing the country. Oluyede spoke in Abuja on Monday shortly after visiting President Bola Tinubu at the presidential villa. Reiterating his commitment to improving Nigeria’s security situation, Oluyede hinted at innovative approach and enhanced collaboration with neighbouring countries. The newly appointed COAS highlighted his dedication to…

Chief Ezekiel Nwifuru Nwankpu, father of Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State, has been crowned the traditional ruler of Oferekpe Agbaja Autonomous Community in Izzi Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. Ezeogo Nwankpu, renowned for his extensive household, married 30 wives, although some who were unable to bear children eventually left. Currently, he lives with 17 wives and has fathered 108 children. The newly crowned king is a respected farmer…

An Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court on Monday, sentenced a teacher, John Osifo, to life imprisonment for defiling an eight-year-old pupil. Delivering judgment, Justice Rahman Oshodi, held that the prosecution proved the charge of defilement against Osifo beyond every reasonable doubt. Oshodi noted that the convict breached the trust that was entrusted into his hands by defiling the minor. According to him, evidence of the survivor was corroborated…

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, on Monday, met with senior lawyer, Chief Afe Babalola, SAN, in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. The former governor of Anambra State had pleaded with Babalola to have mercy and consider the “situation” of human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi, who is at the Ekiti prison. The legal luminary has come under intense criticisms since he petitioned the Nigerian police to arrest Farotimi,…

There were indications that the Lagos State Government may have suspended operations on its Red Line Mass Transit Train Service until further notice. There were reports that the operations of the train service ran into troubled waters last week. Also, many passengers observed mechanical failure on the morning belt of the train service last Monday. A passenger, who did not identify himself that boarded the train from Iju, said they…

The Kebbi State Police Command has rescued 36 kidnapped victims along the Mairairai/Bena road in Danko/ Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. This was contained in a statement issued by the police spokesman, Nafiu Abubakar on Monday. According to the statement, gunmen in large numbers barricaded Mairairai/Bena road on December 8, 2024, and kidnapped 36 people who were coming back from their respective farms. The police said upon receipt…

On Thursday, TIME will announce the 2024 Person of the Year. Since 1927, TIME has named a person, group, or concept that had the biggest impact—for good or for ill—on the world over the previous 12 months. In 2023, TIME selected pop superstar Taylor Swift as Person of the Year. Other previous selections include Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the “spirit of Ukraine” in 2022, tech titan Elon Musk in…

The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Malam Shehu Mohammed, has directed an in-depth investigation and immediate prosecution of a motorist who allegedly assaulted an FRSC personnel in Lagos. The Corps Public Education Officer (CPEO), Mr. Olusegun Ogungbemide, announced the directive in a statement on Monday in Abuja. Mohammed expressed concern over the increasing cases of assaults on FRSC officials performing their lawful duties. He stated that…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has lauded the significant contributions of Nigerians abroad to the global economy, emphasising their role as economic drivers and global ambassadors excelling in various fields. Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima’s spokesperson in a statement on his X page today said, the Vice President stated this at the 10th Annual National Migration Dialogue with theme “Beyond Borders: Celebrating Migrants’ Legacy, Protecting Their Rights” held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.…

Members of the South East Caucus in the Senate have insisted that they must consult with their constituents before taking a position on President Bola Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bills currently undergoing legislative process at both Chambers of the National Assembly, “As much as the entire senators from South East , are not against the tax reform bills before both chambers of the National Assembly for consideration , we want wider…