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Tinubu Deploys Army Battalion to Kaiama After Deadly Terror Attack

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate deployment of an Army battalion to Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State following a deadly overnight attack on Worro community by suspected terrorists. The President said the newly deployed military formation would lead Operation Savannah Shield, a reinforced security operation aimed at flushing out criminal elements, preventing […]

Court Rejects Sowore’s Documents in Cyberstalking Trial Over Claims Against Tinubu

Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected two sets of documents tendered by politician and online publisher, Mr. Omoyele Sowore, in his ongoing trial over alleged cyberstalking. Mr. Sowore is being prosecuted by the Department of State Services (DSS) for allegedly making false claims against President Bola Tinubu, whom he […]

Senate Passes Electoral Act Amendment Bill, Retains Existing Rule on Result Transmission

The Senate has passed the Electoral Act 2022 (Repeal and Re-enactment) Amendment Bill 2026 through its third reading but declined to approve a proposal that would have made the electronic transmission of election results mandatory. Lawmakers rejected the proposed amendment to Clause 60, Subsection 3, which sought to compel presiding officers of the Independent National […]

2027: INEC Sets Timetable in Motion, Warns Lawmakers Over Electoral Reform Delays

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday commenced consultative meetings with key electoral stakeholders, beginning with civil society organisations (CSOs), as part of preparations for forthcoming polls and the 2027 general election. Welcoming participants, the INEC Chairman described the meeting as a critical platform for dialogue and collaboration, noting that 2026 would be a […]

At Least 13 Killed as Bandits Attack Faskari Community in Katsina

Bandits have attacked a community in Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State, killing several residents, destroying houses, shops, and vehicles, and leaving many people homeless. The assault occurred in Doma Community, Tafoki area of the LGA, at about 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The attackers, armed with weapons including AK-47 rifles, invaded the community five […]

US Deploys Small Troop Contingent to Nigeria to Boost Counterterrorism Efforts

The United States has deployed a small team of troops to Nigeria, the General in charge of the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), Gen. Dagvin R. M. Anderson, said on Tuesday. Addressing journalists during a press briefing, Gen. Anderson explained that the deployment followed an agreement between both countries that additional measures were required to counter […]

Havertz Strike Sends Arsenal Past Chelsea into League Cup Final

Arsenal booked their place in the League Cup final for the first time in eight years after Kai Havertz struck late to seal a 1–0 victory over Chelsea in Tuesday’s semi-final second leg at the Emirates Stadium. Mikel Arteta’s side had established the advantage in the first leg, and substitute Havertz completed the job in […]

DSS Arraigns Ex-AGF Malami, Son on Terrorism Financing and Firearms Charges

he Department of State Services (DSS) has arraigned former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz, before the Federal High Court in Abuja on a five-count charge bordering on alleged terrorism financing and unlawful possession of firearms. In the charge sheet filed before the court, the […]

Senate Defers Decision on Electoral Act Amendment Bill After Four-Hour Closed Session

Passage of the Electoral Act 2022 (Repeal and Re-enactment) Bill, 2026, remained inconclusive on Tuesday after the Senate failed to reach a decision following more than four hours of deliberations behind closed doors. The upper chamber had begun consideration of the consolidated report of a seven-member ad hoc committee constituted last week to collate, harmonise, […]

Relief for Makoko Residents as Assembly Intervenes, Orders Suspension of Demolition

The Lagos State House of Assembly has met with residents of the Makoko community affected by recent demolitions and has directed the relevant ministries and agencies to suspend further demolition activities in the area. Monday’s meeting, led by the Majority Leader, Mr. Noheem Adams, sought to address concerns arising from the demolition exercises in Makoko […]

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