Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested two suspected Boko Haram members during a counter-insurgency operation in Borno State as security forces intensify efforts to dismantle terrorist networks in the North-East. The suspects were apprehended during an intelligence-led operation carried out by troops in the state. Military authorities said investigations are ongoing to determine the
A Nigerian soldier, Barry Francis Neji, who reportedly spent the last nine years fighting insurgency in the North-East, was shot dead by armed men while traveling to resume duty in Borno State after returning from medical leave. The deceased, who was serving at Bonny Camp in Port Harcourt before his deployment to the counter-insurgency operation
The Osun State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has condemned the wave of violence recorded ahead of the state’s governorship election, calling on political parties, candidates and their supporters to conduct themselves peacefully before, during and after the poll. The union made the appeal on Thursday amid growing concerns over reported clashes
Media executives have been urged to play a more active role in amplifying the voices and concerns of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) during election periods to ensure their participation in Nigeria’s democratic process. The appeal was made during a reflection meeting on media inclusivity in Osun State, organised by the Centre for Media and Society,
Former Sector Commander of Operation Safe Haven, Maj.-Gen. Anthony Atolagbe, rtd, has alleged that Boko Haram continues to receive substantial financial and logistical support from sponsors operating both within and outside Nigeria, warning that the backing has prolonged the insurgency. Atolagbe made the remarks on Wednesday during an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’, where
Human rights activist and publisher, Omoyele Sowore, has applied to the court for the issuance of subpoenas compelling Presidential Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Adeola Ajayi, to testify in his ongoing cybercrime trial. The move came after DSS operative Uwem Davies, a prosecution
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has commenced a special enforcement operation across Abia State aimed at reducing road traffic crashes and fatalities by targeting motorists who violate critical safety regulations. The intervention, code-named Operation Kwusi Ihe Mberede Okporouzo, was launched by the Abia State Sector Command as part of the Corps’ 2026 road safety
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has defended the appointment of former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose to the Governing Board of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), describing him as a politician with deep grassroots appeal. Reacting to public reactions trailing the appointment, Sani said Fayose’s political experience and connection with ordinary Nigerians make him
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has filed an application seeking a stay of execution of a Federal High Court judgment in its ongoing leadership dispute, pending the determination of its appeal. The party argued that enforcing the judgment before the appeal is heard could prejudice its case and create uncertainty over its leadership structure. In
The Presidency has dismissed reports alleging that Minister of Defense, Christopher Musa, has resigned from office, describing the claims as false and unfounded. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, refuted the reports, stating that Musa remains a serving member of President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet and continues to perform his official