The Federal Government has warned that imposing the death penalty on terrorists will not end insecurity in Nigeria. Instead, the Tinubu administration said such punishment could worsen the country’s security challenges. FG Rejects Death Penalty Proposal The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), spoke at a public hearing on…
The remaining 115 pupils abducted from St. Mary’s Private Catholic Primary and Secondary School in Papiri, Niger State, have regained their freedom after one month in captivity. Gunmen kidnapped the pupils during a midnight raid on the school in Agwara Local Government Area, where attackers initially took 315 pupils and teachers. Release Comes Weeks After…
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says it recorded 113,000 traffic offences through technology-based enforcement in 2025. The agency’s General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, disclosed this while speaking on traffic management efforts in Lagos. He said the figure reflects LASTMA’s shift from physical enforcement to digital monitoring. Why Lagos Traffic Remains a Challenge Bakare-Oki explained…
Nigeria and the United States have signed a major agreement to strengthen disease surveillance and improve healthcare delivery across the country. The Federal Ministry of Health confirmed the development on Saturday. The Memorandum of Understanding aims to deepen health cooperation and build a resilient, self-reliant health system for Nigerians. Health Minister Explains Focus Areas Nigeria’s…
The Trump administration says it has generated $1.3 billion from sales of President Donald Trump’s new $1 million immigration “gold card.” Officials made the claim on Friday as President Trump unveiled the card during a White House event. Trump described the initiative as “essentially a green card on steroids.” How the Gold Card Works The…
Arsenal forward Victor Gyokeres ended his goal drought on Saturday as the Gunners secured a 1–0 victory over Everton at Goodison Park. Gyokeres scored the only goal of the match from the penalty spot in the 27th minute. The strike proved enough to hand Arsenal all three points. Arsenal Control the Match Arsenal dominated possession…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has asked the Federal Government to suspend the 2025 tax laws. The party said alleged alterations affected key provisions of the laws. ADC made the call in a statement released on Saturday. Its spokesperson, Bolaji Abdullahi, signed the statement. ADC Alleges Illegal Alterations According to the ADC, a review revealed…
Authorities in Benin have placed former defence minister and opposition politician Candide Azannai in pre-trial detention following investigations into a failed coup earlier this month. Security officials detained Azannai on Saturday as part of a wider probe into the attempted takeover that shook the West African country in early December. Charges Linked to Coup Investigation…
In a groundbreaking achievement that shatters barriers and inspires generations, Dr. Elena Vasquez, a renowned aerospace engineer and wheelchair user, has become the first person with a mobility disability to travel to space. Engineers prepared the Odyssey spacecraft. They designed it for accessibility. Vasquez, a 38-year-old aerospace expert, meanwhile led the adaptations. Her team added…
Iran executed a man who was suspected of spying on December 20, 2025. Iran hanged Aghil Keshavarz for spying on Israel’s Mossad. This is an indication of the Iranian-Israel conflict. Details of the Case Officials arrested Keshavarz in May 2025. They caught him photographing a military headquarters in Urmia. Prosecutors claimed he completed over 200…
