NSA confirmed wiretapped conversation referenced by el-Rufai was authentic, says witness
A prosecution witness in the trial of Nasir el-Rufai says the national security adviser (NSA) confirmed that the conversation referenced by the former Kaduna governor during a television interview was…
Nigeria-US joint strikes kill 175 ISIS fighters, top commanders – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has said ongoing joint counter-terrorism operations between Nigerian troops and the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) have eliminated 175 ISIS fighters in the North-East. The Director…
Dangote unveils plan for multi-billion-dollar Olokola seaport
Dangote Industries Limited has commenced preliminary processes for the construction of a deep-sea port spanning over 10,000 hectares at the Olokola Free Trade Zone in Ogun State, as part…
Police dismiss report of fresh attack as students flee Ogbomoso schools
The Oyo state police command has refuted claims of a bandit attack in Ogbomoso and its environs on Tuesday. Panic spread across parts of Ogbomoso and neighbouring communities, including Ajaawa…
They told Tinubu I planned to kill him and become president -Shettima
Vice-President Kashim Shettima says some people attempted to create bad blood between him and President Bola Tinubu three months after their inauguration, warning his principal to stop wearing traditional attire…
Arsenal win Premier League after 22 year wait
Arsenal Football Club were crowned English Premier League champions on Tuesday for the first time in 22 years after Manchester City drew 1-1 at Bournemouth’s Vitality Stadium. Pep Guardiola’s men…
EFCC arrests convicted ex-power minister Mamman
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested a former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, who was recently convicted and sentenced by the Federal High Court, Abuja, for financial misappropriation.…
I don’t want my death linked to any woman – Frank Edoho
Seasoned broadcaster Frank Edoho has stated that he does not want his death associated with any woman, regardless of the relationship. The comments were made in an interview on…
Oil falls 2% as Trump holds off scheduled attack on Iran
Oil prices fell 2% on Tuesday in early Asian trade after U.S. President Donald Trump said he had paused a planned attack on Iran to allow for negotiations to…
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, Uganda global health emergency
The World Health Organisation has declared the Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus strain in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of…
