Senior ISWAP commander Al-Muhajir killed in Malam Fatori
The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has confirmed the death of one of its senior Shura Council members, Abu Yahya Al-Muhajir, describing the development as a significant setback to the group. The confirmation was contained in a propaganda release circulated by the terror group, in which it mourned Al-Muhajir and referred to his death as its “greatest loss in...
Rivers govt reveals how Ibas spent ₦302B in six months
The Rivers State government has disclosed to the High Court of Rivers State that over ₦302 billion was spent during the six-month tenure of former sole administrator Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd) from March to August 2025. The revelation came through a counter-affidavit filed by the Rivers State Accountant-General and the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning in response to...
PDP convention to prove party is alive, set for smooth proceedings – Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) National Convention, taking place today, will show Nigerians and the international community that the party remains vibrant and ready to bounce back. Speaking after inspecting the convention venue and meeting with party stakeholders in Abuja, Wike said all arrangements have been completed for a successful...
Troops foil oil well vandalism plot in Anambra
Soldiers deployed under the Joint Task Force South-South Operation Delta Safe have thwarted an attempt to vandalise an oil well-head in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State, recovering dynamite and other explosive materials at the scene. The incident occurred at about 11:10 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, when troops of 5 Battalion, stationed at the Opokushi Delta Company,...
APC hails Tinubu at 74, defends reforms as ‘bold, transformative’
The All Progressives Congress has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on his 74th birthday, with the party's National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, describing him as the architect of a new Nigeria and defending his administration's controversial economic reforms as necessary sacrifices for long-term national prosperity. In a statement issued on behalf of the party's National Working Committee, Yilwatda said Tinubu came...
Tinubu to celebrate 74th birthday ‘low key’, reaffirms commitment to Nigeria’s growth
President Bola Tinubu has expressed gratitude to Nigerians for their goodwill messages and support as he celebrated his 74th birthday, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to building a stronger and more prosperous nation. In a message to citizens on the occasion, Tinubu thanked Nigerians for their prayers, patriotism and solidarity, noting that he remained honoured by the opportunity to serve the...
Edo govt raises varsity’s monthly subvention to N250m
The Edo State Government has increased its monthly subvention to the state-owned Edo State University, Iyamoh, in Estako West Local Government Area of the state, from N100 million to N250 million to enhance academic excellence. The Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Victor Adetimirin, disclosed this at the institution’s 7th convocation held in Iyamoh on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Adetimirin said on...
Israeli strike kills three journalists in Lebanon
An Israeli strike killed three journalists Saturday in south Lebanon, including a well-known reporter for Hezbollah's Al Manar network, with Lebanese authorities denouncing the attack as a "war crime". The Israeli military confirmed killing Al Manar correspondent Ali Shoeib, accusing him of having "operated within the Hezbollah terrorist organisation under the guise of a journalist". Lebanon was pulled into the Middle...
I battled depression while signed to Davido’s record label — Liya
Afrobeats singer Liya, the first female artiste to be signed to Davido Music Worldwide (DMW), has revealed that she left the label after struggling with depression and a lack of career support. Speaking on The Wahala Podcast, Liya explained that although joining DMW was initially a major milestone in her career, the experience eventually became emotionally draining as she felt...
Health worker recounts horrific abduction in Akure
One of the three health workers abducted from the Comprehensive Primary Health Centre in the Oke Ijebu area of Akure, Ondo State, has shared the harrowing details of their overnight ordeal in the hands of armed kidnappers. The victim, Omolabake Kayode, narrated that the attackers stormed the government-owned facility around 2am on Saturday, arriving in a bus and forcefully seizing...
