The Abia State Police Command has confirmed the killing of six kidnappers in Osisioma following a gunfight with its tactical team. Commissioner of Police, Danladi Isa, made the announcement on Saturday during a world press conference at the Government House in Umuahia, revealing that the incident occurred on Friday. Speaking at the briefing, Governor Alex Otti reaffirmed his administration’s commitment …

Nigeria’s U17 women’s team, the Flamingos, secured a dominant 5-1 aggregate victory over South Africa to advance to the final round of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. After a 3-1 away win in the first leg, two-goal hero Harmony Chidi extended Nigeria’s lead with a well-placed header in the 37th minute. Shakirat Moshood, a key player in the …

Afrobeats star Rema has shared his concerns about the struggles facing Nigeria, revealing that many citizens have lost hope in the country. In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, the singer expressed his determination to stay optimistic and contribute to Nigeria’s progress despite the frustrations many people feel. “A lot of people are giving up in Nigeria. A lot of …

Pope Francis’ condition is steadily improving, but he still requires ongoing medical care at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, the Vatican announced Saturday. The 88-year-old pontiff, who marked one month in the hospital on Friday, remains under treatment for respiratory issues that had previously put his life at risk. While his doctors report stability and gradual recovery, the Vatican clarified that he …

Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has signed an Executive Order mandating the relocation of the Coal Camp spare parts and allied trades markets, along with related commercial activities, to the newly designated Enugu International Motor Spare Parts and Allied Trades Park. The new site spans Udi and Ezeagu Local Government Areas along the Enugu-Onitsha Road. Speaking at the signing ceremony …

The Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP) has revealed that only 3% of Nigerian workers accessed formal consumer credit in the past year, highlighting a major gap in the country’s financial system. Speaking in Abuja during World Consumer Rights Day, CREDICORP CEO Uzoma Nwagba stressed that for consumer credit to make a meaningful impact, it must reach 50% of Nigeria’s GDP—equivalent …

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has dealt a significant blow to banditry in Katsina State, as the Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma executed a precision airstrike in the early hours of March 13, 2025. Group Captain Kabiru Ali, Deputy Director, NAF Public Relations and Information, confirmed on Saturday that the strikes targeted fortified terrorist hideouts in the Unguwar Goga …

Elon Musk announced that SpaceX’s Starship rocket will embark on its first mission to Mars at the end of 2026, carrying Tesla’s humanoid robot, Optimus. He added that human landings could follow as early as 2029, though 2031 is a more realistic target. Musk shared the update on his X platform, reaffirming Starship’s role in his long-term vision of colonizing …

The Executive Chairman of Origin Tech Group, Prince S.J. Samuel, has praised Duns Farms Limited for its innovative approach to agricultural development through its integrated farm at Ibese-Imasayi in Yewa North Local Government Area, Ogun State. Speaking at the farm’s first-year anniversary and the official launch of large-scale agricultural equipment supplied by Origin Automobile Works (OAW), Samuel highlighted how Duns …

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has reported a 2.73% increase in the number of death row inmates, rising from 3,590 in September 2024 to 3,688 in March 2025. Acting Controller-General of NCoS, Mr. Sylvester Nwakuche, disclosed this during his screening before the Senate Committee on Interior, chaired by Senator Adams Oshiomhole. He highlighted that congestion remains a critical issue, exacerbated …