Introductory Commentary Since military regimes took hold across much of the Sahel region—alongside increasing Russian influence—the information landscape has become a battleground dominated by propaganda, disinformation, and strategic misinformation. Leveraging deepening anti-French and broader anti-Western sentiments, these juntas and their sympathisers have deployed disinformation as a potent tool to delegitimize Western actors, democratic voices, and dissenting groups. This tactic has found fertile ground, especially among disillusioned youth who feel betrayed by decades of corrupt leadership, often perceived as propped up by the West. In this volatile context, misinformation and fabricated narratives are easily sold. The result is a growing…
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The federal government has declared Tuesday as a public holiday in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made this known in a statement issued Monday by the the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, saying it was in furtherance to the seven days of National mourning declared by President Bola Tinubu. Tunji-Ojo made the declaration on behalf of the federal government, following the approval of President Bola Tinubu. The minister stated that the holiday is a mark of respect for the late President’s service to the nation, his contributions to Nigeria’s…
Justices Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court, Ilorin and Sulaiman Akanbi and Haleema Saleeman of the Kwara State High Court have convicted and sentenced five internet fraudsters to various jail terms. The convicted persons are: Ayinla Abiodun Abdulmajid, Yusuf Onimisi, Muhammed Eneye, Abdulbasit Abdulmumeen, and Victor Anibe. The agency in a statement issued Monday said that they were arraigned on separate charges by the Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). It said Abdulmajid, Onimisi and Eneye were jailed by Justice Awogboro while Abdulmumeen and Anibe were jailed by Justices Akanbi and Saleeman of…
The Police have dismantled two major syndicates operating within the country, rescuing victims, including children, pregnant women, and foreign nationals. Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi in a statement issued Monday also revealed that it also arrested 11 suspects in Enugu and Anambra states. He said recently, acting on credible intelligence, operatives of the Zone-13 Police Command executed a precision-led sting operation, targeting a deeply rooted child trafficking and baby factory network. Adejobi explained that the operation led to the arrest of eight suspects from various locations, including Uzoamaka Ani (27), Joy Madu (52), and Victoria Onodu Akasike…
Osun state governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has said that the administration of former governor of the state, Rauf Aregbesola was the worst in the history of life. Adeleke noted that Aregbesola left a legacy of huge state debt, half salary, scam tablets and several fanciful, inflated, uncompleted projects, describing his tenure as “the worst in Osun history.” Adeleke stated this in a statement issued Monday by Spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, while reacting to Aregbesola’s threats by Aregbesola to remove him from office in 2026, saying that Osun was still suffering from the inhumane maladministration he inflicted on the state…
The National Assembly has suspended legislative activities for seven days to honour former President Muhammadu Buhari who died on Sunday at the age of 82. Buhari died in London hospital from a suspected case of leukemia — cancer of the blood. The Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana in a statement issued Monday urged lawmakers to reschedule their engagements. He said: “The National Assembly of the Federal Republic of Nigeria mourns the passing of His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari,GCFR, former President and Commander- in-Chief of the armed forces, who died yesterday, 13th July 2025, in London, United Kingdom. “In…
Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona has joined his ancestors. He died at the age of 91. Adetona ascended the throne in 1960, marking the beginning of a transformative era for Ijebuland. The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun in a statement issued Sunday said the late royal father left a remarkable legacy that has significantly shaped Ijebuland He said: “It is with profound sadness that I announce the passing of His Royal Majesty, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the revered Awujale of Ijebuland. “Oba Adetona joined his ancestors today, July 13, 2025 at the age of 91 leaving behind…
The Paralympic Committee of Nigeria (PCN) has opened camping ahead of the upcoming major International Para-Championships. President of the PCN, Sunday Odebode revealed that the camp has opened in Lagos as they step up preparations for a series of international competitions lined up for the country’s special athletes. He said the camping was in preparation for the World Para championship in Santiago, Chile, the para athletics grand Prix in India, the qualifications for regional Para table tennis for World Championship and the qualifications for wheelchair basketball and Para- swimming. Odebode in a statement issued Sunday emphasised that the effect…
Blood thirsty bandits went on rampage on Friday killing at least five persons and injuring three others during a meeting by members of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) at Kampani Village in Maro, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The victims were identified as: Victor Haruna, Dogara Jatau, Luka Yari, Jesse Dalami and Bawu John. They were rushed to the hospital, where doctors certified them dead. However, Samuel Aliyu, Philip Dominic, and Jacob Hussaini, sustained serious injuries and are currently receiving treatment at a nearby medical facility. Sources from the Kaduna State Police Command told Zagazola Makama…
President Bola Tinubu ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima to the United Kingdom to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari’s body back to Nigeria. TheHintsNews reports that Buhari died in a London hospital on Sunday after suffering from an undisclosed ailment. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga in a statement issued Sunday said Buhari died on Sunday in London at about 4.30 p.m, following a prolonged illness. He said: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari. “President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow and…