In its determination to combat terrorism in the country, troops deployed for counter-terrorism operations eliminated a total of 169 terrorists and arrested no fewer than 641 suspects across various theatres of operations. A statement by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj Gen Buba Edward, stated that 70 of the terrorists were killed in Kwallaram, Borno State, as a result of airstrikes, adding that several terrorists had been dislodged from…

A just didcovered armed group known as Lakurawa, has reportedly killed 15 people and rustled over 100 cows in Mera, Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi State. While confirming the attack on Saturday, a prominent personality in the town, Alhaji Bashir Isah Mera (Yariman Mera), said the group invaded the town as people were getting set for Jumat prayer and made away with over 100 cattle. He said, “On hearing…

Franklin Nwadialo, the newly elected chairman of Ogbaru Local Government Area in Anambra State, has been arrested in Texas, United States, over his alleged involvement in a $3.3 million romance scam. The U.S. Department of Justice confirmed his arrest, stating that Nwadialo is facing a 14-count charge and could face up to 20 years in prison if convicted. The 40-year-old official was taken into custody by the Federal Bureau of…

Donald Trump’s newly proposed peace plan for Ukraine, as published by The Telegraph, outlines a strategy for halting the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The plan reportedly involves an 800-mile buffer zone between Russian and Ukrainian forces, to be enforced by European and British troops. The goal is to “freeze” the current front lines, effectively pausing the conflict and allowing Ukraine to build up its defenses with U.S. support. …

All is set for the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical to begin fuel exports to South Africa, Angola, and Namibia, NEW DAILY PRIME has learnt. According to a source, the management of the refinery was at advanced stages of talks with the countries to start lifting fuel. It was learnt that four other African countries, Burkina Faso, Niger Republic, Central African Republic and Chad had also started negotiation with the refinery…

Two weeks after the tragic crash of a Sikorsky helicopter belonging to Eastwind Aviation into the Atlantic Ocean near Bonny, Finima in Rivers, the black box of the ill-fated helicopter has been found. The Spokesperson of the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), Mrs Bimbo Olawunmi Oladeji announced this in a statement on Friday. The bureau in conjunction with the Search and Recovery partners, NNPC, NIMASA, the Nigerian Navy, and HydroDive,…

Members of the Ondo State Farmers’ Congress have officially endorsed Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the upcoming gubernatorial election on November 16. The endorsement was announced on Friday at the Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Arcade in Akure, during the unveiling of a 10 billion naira mixed-use housing project and the inauguration of the Congress’ new executive members. Farmers from all 18 local government areas of…

The Federal Government’s push toward a $1 trillion economy has gained strong support through key partnerships with the Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria and the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO), aimed at advancing financial inclusion governance. This commitment, the government explained, led to its decision to enhance the governance of national financial inclusion efforts, bringing together all stakeholders, including the Office of the Vice President and the…

An Abeokuta, Ogun State Magistrates’ Court on Friday sentenced a 19-year-old boy, Ibrahim Abubakar, to six months in prison for stealing 282 chickens and other valuable items worth over N2.2 million. Abubakar, whose address was not provided, was convicted on a one-count charge of stealing.The Magistrate, B.O Ilo, held that evidence presented by the prosecution had proven beyond reasonable doubt that the convict was guilty of an offence as charged.He…

The Kwara State Government has announced that the Ilorin Innovation Hub has sealed a partnership deal with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for the establishment of a state-of-the-art Makerspace. This initiative aims to develop, strengthen, and sustain skills; improve governance; enhance global expertise; provide private sector leadership; and academic excellence through technological advancement across the state, Nigeria, and Africa. The Kwara State Government made this announcement through its social…

Lawyers of the Abuja Bolt driver, Stephen Abuwatseye, who was assaulted by a House of Representative member from Abia State, Alex Ikwechegh, have withdrawn their legal representation. Deji Adeyanju and Partners said they withdrew their legal representation of Abuwatseya to protect its professional integrity and maintain the highest ethical standard in the legal profession. Abuwatseye was few weeks ago assaulted by the member representing Aba North/South of Abia State while…

Satguru Maharaj Ji, the founder of One Love Family, has warned Primate Elijah Ayodele of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church to desist forthwith from further prophecies of doom against President Bola Tinubu. He equally warned Ayodele against predicting the downfall of Nigeria, saying Ayodele’s doom and disaster prophecies will not materialize. The bearded cleric urged Ayodele to learn from Primate Olabayo and TB Joshua and others whose negative predictions caught up…