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Insecurity: Kano Gov Recruits 1,600 Watchmen For Schools

20.11.2025

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has engaged the services of 1,600 watchmen to protect secondary schools. He said during the distribution of permanent and pensionable appointment letters to the newly recruited watchmen and 400 mathematics teachers a secure environment for students, teachers and school facilities remains a top priority of his administration. In a statement...

Osun Residents Commend Adeleke’s Strides In Infrastructure

20.11.2025

Residents across Osogbo and neighbouring communities have continued to commend Governor Ademola Adeleke for what they described as impressive developmental strides, especially in road construction and education. They also disclosed that the governor’s projects were people-focused and improved socio-economic activities in the state capital. Fielding questions from journalists during a public assessment of projects yesterday,...

Naija Culture & Food Fiesta Heralds Nigeria’s Pride, Celebration

20.11.2025

The serene Muri Okunola Park, Victoria Island, Lagos, venue of the Naija Culture & Food Fiesta 2025, came alive with the sights, sounds and flavors of Nigeria. The event, held penultimate Saturday, brought together food lovers, fashion enthusiasts, families, and culture seekers for a day filled with unforgettable experiences. Guests sauntered through the Village Food...

Attack On Kwara Church Condemnable, Abbas Laments Killings, Kidnappings

20.11.2025

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has described the attack on a church in Kwara State, where three worshipers were killed and others abducted by bandits, as dastardly and condemnable. Abbas said the attack is not only daring but also unfortunate, charging security forces to step up their game following recent attacks...

Tinubu Vows To Deploy State Instruments To Deliver Justice On Kebbi Schoolgirls’ Kidnappers, Soldier’s Killers

20.11.2025

President Bola Tinubu has vowed to deploy all instruments of the state to rescue all the schoolchildren recently abducted by bandits in Kebbi State and ensure that their abductors as well as the killers of the gallant military officer, Brig-Gen. Musa Uba, and the vice principal were made to face the full weight of justice....

NCAA Fines Qatar Airways N5m For Violating Passengers’ Rights

20.11.2025

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) yesterday slammed a fine of N5million on Qatar Airways for violating consumer rights. In a statement, the agency said letters of investigation (LOI) written to the airline over other cases may lead to further sanctions if not treated satisfactorily. According to the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection...

Iragbiji Day: Oyetola Urges Community To Back Tinubu’s Policies

20.11.2025

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, has urged the people of Iragbiji and Nigerians at large to firmly support the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Speaking at the 34th Iragbiji Day Celebration, Oyetola described the ongoing developmental strides of the Federal Government as a generational blessing that must be protected and...

Nicki Minaj Supports Trump’s Claim Of Targeted Killings In Nigeria

20.11.2025

Award-winning rapper Nicki Minaj has publicly backed President Donald Trump’s allegations that Christians face persecution in Nigeria. “In Nigeria, Christians are being targeted,” Minaj said on Tuesday at an event organised by the US, adding: “Churches have been burned, families have been torn apart… simply because of how they pray.” Analysts say that jihadists and...

Court Fixes Trial Of DSS-Captured Ansaru Terror Suspects For January 15, 2026

20.11.2025

The Federal High Court Abuja yesterday fixed January 15, 2026, for the beginning of the trial of two alleged leaders of the Ansaru terrorist group, Mahmud Usman and Abubakar Abba. The duo were captured by the Department of State Services (DSS). Their trial was earlier scheduled to begin yesterday, but Justice Emeka Nwite adjourned the...

Genocide Allegation: U.S. Threats Have Emboldened Terrorist Groups In Nigeria

20.11.2025

The Federal Government on Wednesday blamed the rising incidents of attacks by terrorists and bandits across Nigeria on the recent pronouncements by President Donald Trump of the United States and other top officials of his government on the security situation in Nigeria. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, who...