Gunmen launched a brutal assault in Bekkersdal township near Johannesburg early Sunday morning. Around 12 attackers arrived in two vehicles and opened fire at a local tavern. They targeted patrons inside before shooting randomly at people in the streets. This incident happened shortly before 1 a.m. local time, catching many off guard. Furthermore, witnesses described…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has warned opposition figures against challenging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. According to him, such a move amounts to political suicide. Shettima Speaks at APC NEC Meeting On Friday, Shettima spoke at the 15th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC). At the…
A disturbing video has surfaced showing worshippers abducted from the First Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Ayetoro Kiri, Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, in the custody of suspected bandits. In the footage circulating on social media, elderly persons, women, and children appear visibly distressed, thereby raising serious concerns about their safety and…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed the death of 12 persons in a fatal road crash in Kogi State. In addition, two other passengers sustained injuries in the incident. Crash Occurred Late Friday Night Meanwhile, the FRSC Sector Commander in Kogi State, Tenimu Etuku, confirmed the incident on Saturday. According to him, the…
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…
