Niger pupils released after the mass abduction have brought relief to families in Papiri. A total of 100 children regained freedom after their capture from ST Mary’s Catholic School in Niger State. The community welcomed their return with joy and emotional reunions. Officials have not explained how the release happened. The development followed days of…
A damaging Real Madrid defeat on Sunday saw Celta Vigo claim a 2-0 victory at the Bernabeu. Madrid finished the match with nine men after red cards for Fran Garcia and Alvaro Carreras. The loss pushes Barcelona four points clear in the La Liga title race. Williot Swedberg struck twice in the second half to…
Aliko Dangote has called on Nigerian billionaires to cut down on luxury spending. He urged wealthy Nigerians to invest in industries that create jobs instead of acquiring private jets and Rolls-Royce cars. He said money should build factories and empower communities. Speaking on Friday, he warned that heavy importation weakens the economy. He explained that…
Benin Coup: Tinubu Praises Nigerian Military Intervention President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised the Nigerian Armed Forces for swiftly stopping the Benin coup attempt and restoring constitutional order early Sunday. The intervention, according to the presidency, demonstrated Nigeria’s commitment to defending democracy in West Africa. How the Benin Coup Attempt Began The crisis began after…
Northern Elites Must Act Now on Insecurity — Hashim Presidential aspirant Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim has declared that Northern elites must act now on insecurity, insisting that leaders in the region cannot ignore the growing violence and kidnappings any longer. Hashim made the call in a statement on Sunday while expressing strong support for the appointment of…
The Imo organ harvesting suspicion intensified on Saturday after the state government sealed a hotel and private mortuary in Umuhu Autonomous Community, Ngor-Okpala. Officials discovered decomposed and mutilated corpses kept in unsafe and disturbing conditions, sparking fears of organ trafficking linked to violent criminal networks. The operation formed part of a broader crackdown on kidnapping…
Mexico’s Financial Intelligence Unit actively froze the bank accounts of Raúl Rocha Cantú. This action targets the Mexican co-owner of Miss Universe. Authorities link the move to an ongoing organized crime investigation. First the federal prosecutors launched the probe in November 2024. They focus on drug trafficking, arms smuggling and fuel theft. A judge issued…
The Economic Community of West African States strongly condemns the attempted military takeover in Benin Republic. Soldiers attacked the presidential palace and appeared on state TV. They claimed to topple President Patrice Talon on December 7, 2025. First the ECOWAS issued a statement from Abuja. Officials expressed shock at the reports. They described the move…
Bethlehem residents gathered in Manger Square on December 6, 2025, to watch the lighting of the Christmas tree outside the Church of the Nativity in the first public celebration since the Gaza war started in October 2023. Mayor Maher Canawati led the ceremony. He switched on the lights amid cheers from families and dignitaries. Crowds…
The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council actively named the Nigerian Communications Commission one of the top five best performing Federal Government agencies for 2025. This honor falls under the Transparency and Efficiency Category. NCC joins the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, which leads as the overall best agency. Additionally the National Drug Law Enforcement…
