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The Nigerian military has confirmed the arrest of a wanted commander of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), identified as ‘Gentle,’ along with eight of his accomplices in Imo and Ebonyi states. Confirming the arrest at a news conference in Abuja on Thursday, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Magnus Kangye, said … Continue reading “Military Arrests Wanted IPOB Commander, Eight Others”
Five policemen have been killed and one declared missing after armed bandits ambushed a police patrol team on Thursday in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. A resident of Tsafe, who spoke to Channels Television on condition of anonymity for security reasons, said the police team was carrying out its daily patrol when … Continue reading “Five Policemen Killed In Zamfara Bandit Ambush, Gov Lawal Mourns”
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has asked the Federal Government to withdraw and review the list of those granted pardon by President Bola Tinubu. In a press release made available to journalists on Thursday evening, the senior lawyer said this should be done in the interest of justice and national morality. While not … Continue reading “Falana Asks FG To Withdraw And Review Presidential Pardon List”
The Executive Director of YIAGA Africa, Samson Itodo, has said that the forthcoming Anambra Governorship Election will be the first major test for the newly confirmed Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Joash Amupitan. Itodo, in an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, said that despite Professor Amupitan’s credentials and experience reflecting … Continue reading “Anambra Election Will Be Amupitan’s First Major Test — Itodo”
A former member of the House of Representatives and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State, Israel Sunny-Goli, has expressed optimism that Governor Douye Diri will soon join the ruling party. Governor Diri announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday, fueling speculation about his next political move. … Continue reading “Why We’re Praying For Governor Diri To Join Our Party – Bayelsa APC Chieftain”
US President Donald Trump threatened Thursday to “go in and kill” Hamas if it keeps killing people in Gaza, in an apparent reference to recent shootings of Palestinian civilians following a ceasefire deal with Israel. Trump’s comments come just days after he said that the Hamas shootings — which include public executions — “didn’t … Continue reading “Trump Threatens To ‘Go In And Kill’ Hamas If Gaza Killings Continue”
The Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice has clarified that no inmate approved for clemency under the recent exercise of President Bola Tinubu’s power of prerogative of mercy has been released from custody. The clarification comes amid widespread debate following President Tinubu’s recent exercise of the prerogative of mercy … Continue reading “Presidential Pardon Still Under Review, Not Yet Final – AGF Fagbemi”
Maduka Okoye is set to make his return to competitive football just days after completing a two-month suspension handed down by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC). Okoye, 26, was sidelined following an investigation into suspicious betting activity during a match two seasons ago. With his ban now lifted, Okoye is poised to reclaim his spot … Continue reading “Maduka Okoye Set for Udinese Return After Suspension”
Nigeria’s shot put champion, Chukwuebuka Enekwechi has described his African record-breaking 22.10m throw at the 2025 Prefontaine Classic in Eugene as the highlight of his season. In an interview with Making of Champions, the 32-year-old called his long-awaited 22-metre mark a moment that defined his persistence and belief after years of hard work. The record-breaking … Continue reading ““It Almost Felt Impossible” – Chukwuebuka Enekwechi Speaks on Historic 22-Metre Throw”
U.S. President, Donald Trump has threatened to relocate the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches scheduled to hold in Boston, citing alleged unrest and “unsafe conditions” in parts of the city. The comments, made on Tuesday during a meeting with Argentina’s president, have sparked confusion and pushback from both FIFA officials and Boston city leaders, who … Continue reading “Donald Trump Threatens to Move World Cup Fixtures from Boston “