The Nigeria Police Force has released footage from the operation that led to the rescue of Busayo John-Paul, the younger sister of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, days after they were abducted by gunmen in Ibadan, Oyo State. The video, made public on Sunday, provides a…
The Federal High Court in Lagos has ruled that the National Assembly’s controversial N110 billion vehicle procurement and allowance scheme was unlawful, describing the expenditure as a violation of procurement regulations, constitutional principles, and public trust. In a landmark judgment, Justice Yellim Bogoro held that the spending of N40 billion on 465 vehicles for federal…
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has announced a reward of up to $150,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Herbert Leon Kimble, a suspected fraudster accused of playing a key role in a massive healthcare fraud scheme that allegedly generated more than $1.2 billion in fraudulent Medicare charges. Kimble, 60,…
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has called on traditional rulers across Yorubaland to harness ancestral values and traditional institutions in the fight against banditry, kidnapping, and other forms of insecurity threatening communities in the region. The revered monarch made the appeal during the grand finale of the 2026 Ifa Festival, where he expressed…
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has announced plans to construct a modern FIFA-standard stadium in Aba, with a proposed seating capacity of about 35,000, in what is expected to become one of the state’s most ambitious sports infrastructure projects in recent years. The proposed facility is designed to meet international football requirements, positioning Aba as…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has assured former Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, that every effort is being made to secure the safe release of his abducted sister and her twin sons. The governor gave the assurance on Friday during a visit to Adelabu, where he expressed sympathy and solidarity with the family following…
Manchester United have reportedly finalized an agreement to sign Brazilian midfielder Ederson from Italian side Atalanta, marking a major step in the club’s efforts to strengthen its midfield ahead of the new season. The Premier League giants entered the summer transfer window determined to reshape the heart of their squad following the departure of veteran…
U.S. President Donald Trump has revealed that his administration is exploring a plan that could allow Americans to benefit directly from the rapid growth of artificial intelligence by giving the public indirect ownership stakes in leading AI companies. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump said discussions are underway regarding potential government investments in…
The Federal Government has officially commenced the construction of a 20-megawatt mini-grid power project in Egume, Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, in a move aimed at expanding access to electricity and driving economic development across the region. The groundbreaking ceremony was performed by the Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Audu, who described the…
Ireland has officially moved to bar two senior Israeli government ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, from entering the country, marking another significant diplomatic response to controversial statements and actions linked to the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The travel ban was confirmed by Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin, who said the decision was being implemented by…
