The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) rescued six trafficked children and arrested seven suspects in Niger State. As reported by ALO360 operatives from the Niger State Command conducted the raid in Minna on March 17 2026. Officials acted swiftly to break up the exploitation ring and protect the young victims….
Hundreds of new jobs set to be created across the United Kingdom as Nigerian banks, fintech companies, and creative industry businesses expand their operations in the country. The development, announced by the British government, comes alongside the ongoing state visit of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, highlighting growing economic ties between the Nigeria and the UK. Expansion…
The Benin Traditional Council sanctioned a palace queen a chief and other staff members after they granted unauthorised access to social media influencer Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja popularly known as Peller. Officials acted swiftly to uphold centuries old traditions and restore order at the Oba of Benin palace. As reported by ALO360 the council took these…
President Bola Tinubu has directed all political appointees seeking elective offices in the 2027 general elections to resign on or before March 31, 2026. The office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) issued stated this in a statement on Tuesday. The order is based on section 88(1) of the Electoral Act,…
Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates have signed a $200 million agreement to develop defence technology, cybersecurity capabilities, and satellite infrastructure, marking a major step toward strengthening Nigeria’s tech and security sectors. Strategic Partnership for Advanced Technology Also, The deal driven by Nigus International Investment Limited in partnership with Elmirate Capital. With a new platform—Nigus…
Rotimi Amaechi, former minister of transportation, has accused the administration of President Bola Tinubu of failing to protect Nigerians. Amaechi made the remarks in a post on X on Tuesday. The former governor of Rivers state and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) criticised the government’s handling of insecurity, particularly in the wake of…
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says it is holding Nasir el-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna, based on a valid court order. In a statement on Tuesday, the anti-graft agency said reports claiming it sought a fresh extension of el-Rufai’s detention on March 17 are inaccurate. Court Adjourns Hearing to March…
The Confederation of African Football declared Morocco the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations champions. As reported by ALO360 officials overturned the final result on March 17 2026 after Senegal forfeited the match. Confederation Releases Appeal Board Ruling The Confederation of African Football Appeal Board issued the official statement. Consequently the board applied Article 84 of…
The federal government (FG) has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid al-Fitr. In a statement on Monday, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, minister of interior, announced the decision on behalf of the federal government. Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting observed…
Joseph Kent, director of the US National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), resigned from his position on Tuesday over America’s involvement in the ongoing conflict with Iran. Kent, a retired Army Green Beret and longtime supporter of President Donald Trump, became the first and most senior member of the administration to step down in protest of the…
