The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) said the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), has taken out key Boko Haram hideouts at Tumbumma Baba and Chiralia in Borno, killing scores of terrorists. This is contained in a statement by the Director, Public Relations and Information, NAF, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, on Saturday in Abuja. Mr…
A police-led Joint Task Force (JTF) in Anambra State has successfully raided a suspected criminal hideout in Agulu-Ezechukwu, resulting in the death of one suspect. The operation uncovered a range of stolen items, including an ash Toyota Sienna (Reg. No. EKY 03 FF), an unregistered white Mazda Hilux, a motorcycle, and various mechanical tools. Additionally,…
Just 16 days after lifting the Europa League trophy in Bilbao and bringing Tottenham Hotspur their first silverware in 17 years, manager Ange Postecoglou has been sacked. The club announced the Australian coach’s departure on Friday June 6, thanking Ange for his efforts but stating that a change was needed to move forward, with poor…
In a significant political shift in Akwa Ibom, three commissioners have tendered their resignations following Governor Umo Eno’s recent defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Out of the 26 lawmakers in the state House of Assembly, 15 have chosen to remain with the PDP, while 11 have opted…
Three commissioners in Akwa Ibom have resigned their appointments following Governor Umo Eno’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. Also, out of 26 lawmakers in the state House of Assembly, 15 members have refused to join Eno in APC, while 11 members reluctantly followed. The…
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria has scheduled June 9 for the commencement of return flights for Nigerian pilgrims who participated in the 2025 Hajj. The Chairman/CEO of NAHCON, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh, announced this in a statement issued in Minna on Friday while congratulating the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, the festival…
Amid the Hajj rites, a pilgrim from Bauchi State, Abdullahi Adamu, passed away while standing in prayer on Mount Arafat during this year’s Arafat Day observance. Adamu hails from Ganjuwa local government area of the state. Bauchi State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board confirmed the incident yesterday, expressing condolences to the bereaved family and the people…
The clash between Donald Trump and Elon Musk is escalating, and the ramifications are significant. Both figures wield considerable influence, and their recent conflict has ignited an intense exchange of words. Trump has issued a stark warning regarding Musk’s substantial federal contracts, which are crucial to SpaceX’s operations. On his social media platform, Trump ominously…
The naira further appreciated on Thursday, trading at N1,553.11 against the dollar in the official foreign exchange market. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed the naira gained N12.35, representing a 0.79 per cent appreciation when compared to Wednesday’s trading at N1,565.46 per dollar. The naira has been on a steady appreciation, trading at…
Aliko Dangote, Chairman of the Dangote Group, hailed the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Complex as a creation of President Bola Tinubu during the president’s visit to the site in Lagos on Thursday. “It is with great pleasure that I welcome Your Excellency to the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals Complex and to inaugurate this concrete…
