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Niger Appoints New Chief Of Staff After Foiled Mutiny
Niger has named a new chief of staff following a foiled mutiny, as the military-led government under General Abdourahamane Tiani faces continued political and security challenges. Tiani seized power in July 2023, overthrowing elected President Mohamed Bazoum, who remains detained. FILES: General Abdourahamane Tiani. AFP Niger’s junta chief appointed a new chief of staff, state…
Trump Links 9/11 Attacks To Iran Conflict
US President Donald Trump has invoked the September 11, 2001 attacks while explaining the rationale for the ongoing conflict with Iran, drawing a connection between the historic terrorist attacks and current US-Iran tensions. US President Donald Trump speaks during the 25th anniversary commemoration of the September 11, 2001 attacks at the Pentagon in Washington, DC,…
2027: North Will Stand With Tinubu, DWI Counters Ardo’s 10% Prediction
DWI has rejected Ardo’s prediction that President Tinubu could secure only 10% of the Northern vote in the 2027 presidential election, insisting the region will not abandon him. President Bola Tinubu The Democracy Watch Initiative (DWI), on Friday, rejected claims by Dr Umar Ardo that Northern Nigeria has been marginalised under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, insisting…
Ogun Approves ₦6.75bn To Clear Gratuity, Boost Pension Benefits
Ogun State Government has released ₦6.75 billion to settle gratuity obligations and provide additional pension benefits to retirees. Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun The Ogun State Government has released N6.75 billion for the payment of gratuity and Additional Pension Benefits (APB) to retirees in the state. The Head of Service, Mr. Olanrewaju Saka, mni, disclosed this…
Nigerian Navy Seizes 71kg of Cannabis During River Niger Patrol
The Nigerian Navy intercepted 71kg of cannabis during a routine riverine patrol near Chintako Community Jetty in Bassa Local Government Area of Kogi State. NDLEA operatives weigh a bag of illicit items on a scale The Nigerian Navy has arrested three suspected drug traffickers and seized a significant cache of illicit substances, marking another victory…
New York Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 Terrorist Attacks
New York is commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks that destroyed the World Trade Center and claimed the lives of 2,977 people, while President Donald Trump is expected to honour the victims at the Pentagon. One World Trade Centre stands in New York City, on September 10, 2026. (Photo by Ryan MURPHY…
Falconets Rescue Point Against China, Keep U-20 World Cup Hopes Alive
Nigeria’s Falconets secured their first point of the U-20 Women’s World Cup campaign after holding China to a draw, keeping their hopes of progressing from Group F alive following their opening-game defeat to Spain. Nigeria’s Falconets battled to a 0-0 draw with China in their second group game of the 2026 U20 Women’s World Cup.…
US Delivers Military Equipment To Nigeria As Security Cooperation Deepens
The United States has delivered military equipment to the Nigerian Air Force as part of growing security cooperation between both countries, with a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III transporting the supplies to Lagos and Kainji. A U.S. Air Force C-17 delivers military equipment to the Nigerian Air Force in Lagos and Kainji as part…
FG Plans Free Data Access For Students On Approved Education Platforms
The Federal Government is set to waive data charges for students accessing approved educational platforms, while also introducing regulated internet access for children under 16 to strengthen online safety. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has launched a major digital education intervention under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, waiving…
FEC Approves Move To Decriminalise Attempted Suicide In Nigeria
The Federal Executive Council has approved a proposal to remove criminal penalties for attempted suicide in Nigeria, marking a major step towards changing how the country’s laws treat people who survive suicide attempts. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako. The Federal Government has taken a major step towards decriminalising…
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