Operatives of the Sokoto State Police Command have arrested a 25 year old man named Sufiyanu Aliyu, for the alleged murde of his 15 year old wife, Suwaiba Abubakar Bawa, following a domestic dispute that turned violent at their home in Gwanyal Village, Tangaza Local Government Area of the state. The incident, according to the police, happened around 7:30 pm. on October 27, when an argument between the couple escalated into violence. Witnesses said what began as a disagreement quickly turned into a physical confrontation. The Sokoto State Police Command Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmad Rufai, who confirmed the arrest…
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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) in its latest Lassa Fever Situation Report released on Wednesday confirmed that at least 176 people have died from Lassa fever across 21 states. According to the agency’s report, a total of 955 confirmed cases have been reported from 8,367 suspected infections across 102 Local Government Areas (LGAs). While the overall number of infections has slightly declined compared to the same period in 2024, the NCDC says the case fatality rate has worsened, rising from 16.6 per cent last year to 18.4 per cent in 2025. Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, and Taraba…
Days after United States President, Donald Trump threatened military action against Nigeria over what he claimed was a genocide against Christians in the country, Federal Government has again called on him to be understanding in his approach to Nigeria’s security challenges. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the call during a press briefing on Wednesday, 5 November, 2025 in Abuja, the nation’s seat of power. “We call on our American friends and partners to approach the Nigerian situation with an understanding of its complex realities. Nigeria is a vast, multi-ethnic, multi-religious nation, making significant strides in…
A new bill introduced in the US Congress has proposed targeted sanctions and other restrictive measures against individuals and groups accused of serious violations of religious freedom in Nigeria. The legislation specifically named the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) and the Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore as entities implicated in such abuses. The bill, which was introduced by Smith Christopher, member of the house of representatives, proposed sanctions on members of the groups including visa restrictions and asset freezes. Christopher presented the bill on Tuesday while commending US President Donald Trump for re-designating Nigeria a country of particular…
Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have rescued an abducted lady, Oluwaseun Adebayo, and arrested four suspects connected with the incident in Akure, the state capital. The Ondo State Police Command Public Relations Officer, DSP Olushola Ayanlade, who confirmed the development through a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday, 6 November, 2025, in Akure. Ayanlade, who said the rescue followed prompt action after an alert from a public-spirited citizen, explained that the incident occurred on November 4 at about 6:30 p.m. According to him, subsequent investigations revealed that the victim (Adebayo), was abducted along Weluwelu Street, Ilekun, Oda,…
Director General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps, Rt.Hon.Yusuf Buba Yakub has dedicated the award of “Most Outstanding Public Servant of the Year” received at the Nigerian Assembly Orientation and Award 2025 to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The Award, which was held, Wednesday, at the National Assembly Library Trust Funds Hall, National Assembly Complex, Abuja, was aimed at recognizing the best performing public servant in the non-legislative category across the country for the current year. The event, which drew participants from across the country, is the 9th Edition of the Awards. Speaking at the event, the Publisher of Assembly News,…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar has said no one should be deceived that state sponsored religious persecution exists in Nigeria, insisting that the country remains a good example of religious plurality and democratic endurance. Tuggar, who briefed the Diplomatic community in Abuja over the current situation in the country, said the issue of national security remains top priority of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Ahmed, Tuggar who is in currently in Germany, said it was inaccurate to characterise Nigeria’s security challenges as manifestations of state-sanctioned religious intolerance. …
By Yarima Haruna, Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Elders’ Forum and officials of Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) on Wednesday, 5 November, 2025, held meeting to chart ways of improving power supply in some parts of the state. The roundtable discussion, according to the Deputy Chairman of the Kebbi Elders’ Forum, Justice Muhammad Suleiman Ambursa, who addressed the press after the marathon meeting said that the meeting was fruitful as both parties reaching a common ground by agreeing to make some concessions. Ambursa appealed to affected communities and towns to ensure prompt and accurate payment of their bills to appropriate…
By Oluwole Solanke, PhD, FCIB We live in a world where luxury often overshadows legacy. A world where what you own seems to matter more than who you are. But when the lights dim, the titles fade, and the applause quiets—one question still echoes through eternity: “What will you leave behind?” The Illusion of Luxury Luxury is beautiful, but fleeting. The cars rust. The houses crumble. The designer labels go out of style. The applause fades when a new face takes the spotlight. It’s easy to get lost chasing things—comfort, attention, validation—while forgetting that the true measure of a life…
By Oluwole Solanke, PhD, FCIB The ongoing conflict between the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) and the institution’s management under Engr. Kamoru Kadiri, which has now escalated to the National Industrial Court, carries significant implications for various stakeholders: For Students The most immediate victims of this impasse are students, who face potential disruptions to their academic calendar. Labor disputes in tertiary institutions typically result in strike actions, suspended lectures, delayed examinations, and extended graduation timelines. Students who have invested time and resources in their education may find themselves caught in a conflict beyond their control, with their academic progress…