NDDC trains 500 Niger Delta youths on CNG autogas conversion
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has successfully trained 500 youths from across the nine Niger Delta states in compressed natural gas (CNG) autogas conversion. The participants graduated after a six-week programme held at the Dakkada Skills Acquisition Centre in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Speaking at the ceremony, the NDDC Managing Director, Samuel Ogbuku, described CNG as a cleaner, safer, and...
NSCDC uncovers illegal crude oil storage site in Rivers
Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have uncovered a warehouse used for storing suspected stolen crude oil in Igwuruta, located in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State. According to a statement issued on Wednesday in Port Harcourt by the command’s spokesperson, Ihemnacho Umeado, the discovery followed days of credible intelligence gathering, which led to a...
Wike: It’s impossible for opposition to defeat Tinubu in Abuja
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reassured residents of Abuja that the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains focused on delivering improved living conditions through ongoing infrastructure projects, particularly in satellite towns. Wike gave the assurance on Wednesday while inspecting the road project linking Bwari and Kubwa, where he addressed residents who turned out to ...
Gunmen kidnap 4 farmers in Ibadan
Gunmen have abducted four cocoa farmers at the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN) in the Idi-Ayunre area of Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. It was gathered that some of the kidnapped farmers were at the institute for a familiarisation visit on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. A cocoa farmer who managed to flee the scene disclosed that the gunmen emerged...
Eid-el-Fitr holds Friday as Shawwal moon eludes sighting
Saudi Arabia has announced that Eid-el-Fitr will be observed on Friday, March 20, 2026, after the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted on Wednesday. The moon sighting marks the conclusion of the 30 days of Ramadan fasting. A Saudi-based online news platform, Haramain, confirmed the development on Wednesday. Eid-el-Fitr: FG declares Thursday, Friday public holidays It wrote on X: “The crescent moon has...
Israel kills Iran’s intelligence minister, Esmail Khatib
Israel has announced the killing of Iran’s Intelligence Minister, Esmail Khatib, in a “targeted strike” in Tehran, marking the third assassination of a senior official within two days. Israel’s Defence Forces (IDF) announced the minister’s killing via a statement on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. “Khatib played a significant role during the recent protests throughout Iran, including the arrest & killing of...
Malam Fatori attack: ISWAP death toll rises to 75
The number of ISWAP fighters killed during a failed assault on troops in Malam Fatori has risen to 75, marking one of the most significant recent setbacks for the insurgent group. Initial reports had placed the death toll at 61 following a coordinated counterattack by troops of Operation Hadin Kai, supported by the Nigerian Air Force. However, updated battlefield assessments and...
Ndidi, Lookman, 21 others in Super Eagles squad for Iran, Jordan friendlies
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named captain Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, and Ademola Lookman among 23 players for the team’s friendlies against Iran and Jordan in Turkey. The matches, initially scheduled for Amman, were moved to Antalya following the military conflict in the Middle East. A statement issued on Wednesday by NFF’s Director of Communications, Ademola Olajire, said the...
Eid-el-Fitr: NSCDC deploys 53,500 personnel nationwide
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has announced the deployment of over 53,500 personnel across the country to ensure a safe and peaceful Eid al-Fitr celebration. Commandant General Abubakar Audi ordered the nationwide deployment, which includes tactical operatives and intelligence units positioned across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. In a statement issued by NSCDC spokesperson Babawale...
Iran executes man spying for Israel
Iran has executed a man accused of working as a spy for Israel’s intelligence agency, amid heightened tensions across the region. According to Tasnim News Agency, the suspect was arrested in a rural area west of Tehran during the 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel in June. Authorities alleged that he provided images and sensitive information on strategic locations to...
