Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested six suspected members of a notorious “One Chance” robbery syndicate, allegedly involved in robbing unsuspecting commuters along Ago Palace Way, Okota area of Lagos State. Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi in a statement issued Sunday said the suspects were apprehended following a stop-and-search operation carried out by Police operatives along Ago Palace Way. He noted: “During the operation, a tricycle with registration number AAA 720 QL conveying about six occupants was intercepted while attempting to rob some citizens. “On sighting the Police, the suspects reportedly jumped down and…
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The Defence Headquarters has confirmed that Nigeria military in collaboration with United States forces have successfully conducted a meticulously planned and highly coordinated counterterrorism operation resulting in the elimination of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a senior ISIS leader and one of the world’s most active terrorists. Director, Defence Information, Maj-Gen. Samaila Uba in a statement issued Saturday noted that the precision operation was the result of the recently formed US – Nigeria partnership and intelligence sharing efforts. He added: “Together, we have disrupted a violent terrorist network that endangered Nigeria and the broader West African region. “Our efforts represent a major…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has revealed that all the 22 registered political parties have successfully submitted their membership registers to the Commission in compliance with the Electoral Act 2026. INEC Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Haruna in a statement issued Friday said the submission followed the extension granted by the Commission after political parties raised concerns during a meeting on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, regarding the timeline provided in the Revised Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Election. He added: “The Commission is pleased to note that all registered parties submitted their…
The Managing Director of International Finance Corporation, Diop Makhtar has announced that the corporation would send a mission to Nigeria to explore scalable investment structures that could unlock private capital into the sector. The Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement issued Thursday said Makhtar made this known in Kigali, Rwanda, during a meeting with President Bola Tinubu on the sidelines of the 13th Africa CEO Summit. Makhtar led an IFC delegation that included Ethiopis Tafara, Regional Vice President, Africa, and Dahlia Khalifa, Director, Central Africa and Nigeria, IFC. Makhtar noted that…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has assured residents of the territory that the Apo-Karshi road project would be completed before the end of the year. The minister disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja while addressing journalists shortly after inspecting the Karu town, Apo-Karshi, and Gbazan-Kubwa road projects on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Wike said residents have long awaited the completion of the Apo-Karshi road, which is being handled by SCC. Describing the road as critical, the minister expressed confidence in the ability of the contractor to deliver a quality work, within the agreed timeframe.…
APC Postpones Postpones House Of Representatives Primary Election To Saturday The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the postponement of the House of Representatives Primary Election for the 2027 General Elections to Saturday, 16th May, 2026. The National Publicity Secretary of the party, Felix Morka in a statement issued Thursday said Primary Election dates for the Senate, State Houses of Assembly, Governorship and Presidential primaries remained unchanged. He said The Primary Elections would now be held as follows: House of Representatives – Saturday, 16th May, 2026; Senate – Monday, 18th May, 2026; State House of Assembly – Wednesday, 20th May,…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned one Adeyinka Aderonmu before Justice E. U. Akpan of the Federal High Court, sitting in Abuja for fraud. She is being prosecuted on a three-count charge bordering on transfer and retention of funds suspected to be proceeds of unlawful activities to the tune of N328, 558, 800. Aderonmu pleaded “not guilty” to the charges when it was read to her following which the prosecution counsel, F.A.I. Aesmebo, prayed the court for a trial date and for her to be remanded in a Correctional centre, while the defence counsel pleaded with…
President Bola Tinubu has declared that Africa must move from “sea blindness” to “ocean sovereignty,” positioning maritime governance and security as the foundation for unlocking the continent’s blue economy potential. Speaking at the High-Level Roundtable on Maritime Sovereignty and Ocean Governance during the Africa Forward Summit 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya, President Tinubu said Nigeria had transformed its maritime strategy from one focused largely on threats to one centred on economic opportunity, regional security and investment. He noted: “For too long, ‘sea blindness’ has meant that we have looked upon the vast waters under our jurisdiction as voids, or simply as…
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), led by its Director General, Prof. Charles Anosike, Wednesday in Abuja, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on data sharing to improve economic decision-making. Speaking at the event, the NiMet DG, highlighted the importance of integrating weather and climate data into economic research, especially in sectors such as agriculture, energy, and transportation. He noted that extreme weather events can reduce agricultural productivity and threaten food security. Anosike, while citing the World Bank (2026), which reports that extreme weather driven by climate change is significantly affecting global food…
The Network for Health Equity and Development (NHED), Centre for Communication and Social Impact (CCSI), and Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) have called on the federal government to implement sodium reduction initiatives and prioritise access to safe, healthy, and nutritious foods. The groups in a joint statement issued on Tuesday to mark World Salt Awareness Week 2026, with the theme, “Salt It Out,” the campaign encourages governments, industry, communities and individuals to adopt practical measures aimed at reducing daily salt intake to the recommended limit of five grams or less. World Salt Awareness Week 2026 runs from…