The surrender of Kurso Muhammed adds to a series of defections and surrenders recorded in recent months, indicating a possible shift in the dynamics of the conflict. As more fighters…
Nigerian Olukanyinsola Odebode Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Rape and Sexual Assault
A Nigerian man, Olukanyinsola Odebode, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison by a UK court for committing serious sexual offences, including rape and sexual assault. The 30-year-old was…
Nigerians Mourn Nollywood Legend Taiwo Hassan Ogogo After His Passing
Nollywood has lost a true legend with the passing of veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, affectionately known as Ògògó, on Sunday, 23rd August 2026, at the age of 66. The iconic…
Obi Launches Obidient Connect Campaign to Seek Donations for 2027 Presidential Bid
Peter Obi has launched ‘Obidient Connect’, a digital platform designed to mobilize Nigerians at home and in the diaspora for his 2027 presidential campaign. The initiative, unveiled through an online…
Tax Crimes and Fraud Account for 51% of NFIU Financial Intelligence Reports
Tax crimes remained the single largest designated offence in intelligence reports sent to domestic authorities. The NFIU produced a total of 3,431 proactive and reactive domestic intelligence reports in 2025….
ADC Alleges Plot to Rig 2027 Elections, Links University VC in Controversial Claim
The Rivers State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised serious allegations of electoral manipulation, claiming that individuals linked to the Rainbow Coalition, including the Vice Chancellor of…
Atiku Urges Calm Amid ADCs Presidential Criticism: Take It Easy, No Insults
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has sharply criticized Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, over his recent remarks targeting the party’s presidential candidate,…
Nigeria Ranks Sixth Among Top 10 Countries of Asylum Seekers in Netherlands in 2025
Of the 515 Nigerian asylum applications decided in 2025, 425 were rejected, representing an 83 per cent rejection rate—the highest among the top 10 origin countries. Only 65 applicants were…
Bindow Returns to APC in 2027 After Resigning from ADC
Former Adamawa State Governor Mohammed Bindow has officially returned to the All Progressives Congress (APC), re-registering as a party member in his ward in Mubi, Adamawa State. The event, held…