$11m fraud: US seeks to revoke Nigerian’s citizenship
The United States Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit to revoke the citizenship of a Nigerian, Emmanuel Oluwatosin Kazeem, over his involvement in a multi-million dollar fraud scheme. According to a statement released by the department, Kazeem was convicted in 2018 on 19 counts, including wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud. Investigations revealed...
Meat seller arrested for defiling 12-year-old in Niger
A 50-year-old meat trader identified as Usman Abubakar is in police custody following allegations that he sexually assaulted a 12-year-old boy in the Angwan-Daji area of Niger State. The incident reportedly occurred when the minor visited Abubakar's shop to buy meat on behalf of his mother. Upon the boy's return home, his mother grew concerned after noticing he was visibly distressed,...
ISWAP commander Abou Ameer killed in Madagali attack
Troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralised a senior commander of the Islamic State West Africa Province, identified as Abou Ameer, during a failed attack on a military formation in Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa State. Security sources said the commander, who was recently appointed as the group’s Ameer (Qaid) in Pulka, led the insurgents in the attempted infiltration. His...
12-year-old killed in Maiduguri after child fires unsecured dane gun
A tragic incident in Maiduguri, Borno State, has claimed the life of a 12-year-old boy, Musa Audu Idrisa, following an accidental shooting by an eight-year-old neighbour. The incident occurred on Wednesday at about 5:30 p.m. at Giwa Barracks while the children were playing within the premises. According to sources, the younger child, identified as Abubakar Inusa, gained access to a loaded...
Trump to Netanyahu: Hands off Iran’s gas fields
U.S. President Donald Trump has revealed that he cautioned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against targeting Iran’s gas infrastructure, following a strike that has rattled global energy markets. Speaking on Thursday, Trump said he explicitly told Netanyahu not to carry out further attacks on Iranian gas fields, stressing that such actions would not continue. He also claimed he had no...
Nigeria, UK sign 3 agreements to boost bilateral cooperation
The Federal Government of Nigeria and the United Kingdom have signed three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to strengthen bilateral cooperation. The agreements cover migration partnership, cooperation on organised immigration crime and border security, and a statement of intent on expanding business visas for UK companies operating in Nigeria. The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, signed two of the MoUs on...
Nigeria, UK seal £746m port deal as Tinubu pushes stronger trade ties
President Bola Tinubu has called for deeper trade and economic cooperation between Nigeria and the United Kingdom following the signing of a £746 million agreement to refurbish two major ports in Lagos. Tinubu made the call on Thursday during a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at 10 Downing Street, as part of his ongoing state visit — the...
Edo begins major infrastructure upgrade at AAU College of Medicine
The Edo State Government has launched a series of infrastructure projects at Ambrose Alli University, marking a significant step toward strengthening medical education at the institution. The initiative, which focuses on the College of Medicine, underscores ongoing efforts to reposition the university for improved academic performance and global competitiveness. At the groundbreaking ceremony, Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Dan...
Iran declares Saturday as Eid-el-Fitr after Ramadan completes 30 days
Iran has officially announced that the holy month of Ramadan will conclude on Friday, with Eid-el-Fitr set to be observed on Saturday across the country. According to state television, the office of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei confirmed that Friday would mark the 30th day of Ramadan following lunar observations, paving the way for the Eid celebration the next day. A similar...
US fast-tracks $16.4bn arms sales to Gulf allies amid Iran conflict
The United States has approved military sales worth $16.46 billion to the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait, as both nations grapple with the fallout from the ongoing conflict involving Iran. The announcement, made on Thursday, follows a wave of missile and drone attacks launched by Iran in response to a recent US-Israeli air campaign. The strikes have caused casualties and...
