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target=_blank>JUST IN: Tinubu expands Army Divisions to 12, orders recruitment of 28,000 personnel
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the expansion of the Nigerian Army’s structure from eight to twelve divisions. Bayo Onanuga, Presidential spokesman, who announced this in a statement on Wednesday, described it as a landmark move to enhance the country’s security architecture and improve the operational effectiveness of the Nigerian Army. “This approval underscores the
target=_blank>Student found dead in stagnant water
The body of a 200-level student of the Federal University of Kashere (FUK), Gombe State, has been recovered from a stagnant water body in Sabon Garin Yero Village, near Kashere town, Akko Local Government Area of the state. The deceased was identified as Enoch Sunday Maisamari, a 28-year-old student of the Department of Microbiology, Faculty
target=_blank>Enugu Plane suffers runway excursion at Benin Airport
An Enugu Air Embraer 170 aircraft suffered a runway excursion after landing at Benin Airport on Thursday, with all 67 passengers and five crew members safely evacuated and no injuries or fatalities recorded. The aircraft, with registration 5N-ENR, was seen off the runway and resting in nearby vegetation in videos that surfaced shortly after the
target=_blank>2027: Islamic Cleric cautions against Same Faith Ticket
A Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Haliru Maraya, has urged political parties in Kaduna State to avoid presenting same-faith governorship and deputy governorship candidates for the 2027 general elections. Speaking with journalists in Kaduna, Maraya said the state’s heterogeneous religious and ethnic composition requires an inclusive leadership arrangement that reflects its diversity and promotes peaceful coexistence.
target=_blank>Trump’s Letter Won’t Help You, ADC tells Tinubu
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reacted to the US President, Donald Trump’s purported letter to President Bola Tinubu, saying that the claimed endorsement by the American President will not save Tinubu from electoral defeat. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said celebrating a diplomatic communication from the
target=_blank>Niger: NSCDC operative killed in clash with miners
An officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), ASC II Aminu Eshin, has been confirmed killed in a clash between the Mining Marshal of the Corps, and suspected illegal miners. The incident happened at a mining site in Korokpa Village, Paikoro LGA of Niger State. Daily Trust gathered that the incident which
target=_blank>Dangote Refinery Completes $2.5bn Private Equity Placement
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE (DPRP) has successfully completed a landmark private equity placement, raising approximately US$2.5 billion in new equity following a highly successful offering. A private placement is a funding method where a company sells stocks, bonds, or other securities directly to a select group of pre-screened investors—like institutions, wealthy individuals, or
target=_blank>Oriire abduction: Court hands life sentence to 3 men
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has sentenced three suspects linked to the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State to life imprisonment. Justice Salim Ibrahim gave the order after the men pleaded guilty to belonging to Darul Salam, an affiliate of the Ansaru terrorist sect. Those sentenced
target=_blank>Dickson describes NDC as Nigeria’s Biggest Opposition Party
National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Seriake Dickson, has described his party as Nigeria’s biggest opposition party. In a statement released on Thursday, Dickson said this is the first time he would be returning to Bayelsa since he founded the NDC and built it “block by block”. He thanked Nigerians, party candidates,
target=_blank>Ted Cruz: Instead of Addressing Persecution, Nigeria Launched PR Campaign
United States Senator Ted Cruz has accused Nigerian officials of responding to international concerns over alleged persecution of Christians by launching a public relations campaign instead of addressing the underlying security and religious freedom issues. Cruz made the remarks in a post published on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday while reacting
target=_blank>Dangote Refinery raises $2.5bn through private equity placement
Dangote Refinery on Thursday announced that it has successfully raised $2.5 billion in new equity through a private placement. The refinery disclosed this in a statement on Thursday. According to the firm, the $2.5 billion equity raise was 3.7 times oversubscribed relative to the initial offer size and resulted in the issuance of new equity.
Dangote Refinery raises $2.5bn through private equity placement
target=_blank>0sun guber, 2027 elections: Results management must be open, transparent – Yiaga Africa to INEC
Yiaga Africa has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to establish a result transmission protocol that clarifies the journey of election results from polling units to their final destination. Yiaga Africa emphasized the necessity for the public to be informed about the handling of results, asserting that Nigerians require explanations to comprehend the entire
0sun guber, 2027 elections: Results management must be open, transparent – Yiaga Africa to INEC
target=_blank>One feared killed, two rescued in attack on Kwara community
One person was reportedly feared dead, while two victims were rescued in an attack by armed bandits on Aboki community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State. Residents of the community were thrown into fear and confusion on Tuesday as heavily armed unknown gunmen stormed the community in the deadly attack, according to security
One feared killed, two rescued in attack on Kwara community
target=_blank>2027: Ex-Lagos guber candidate Salis meets Atiku
Former Alliance for Democracy, AD, governorship candidate in Lagos State, Owolabi Salis, on Thursday had a closed-door meeting with the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. Salis disclosed that the meeting was part of consultations with key political leaders and stakeholders on national development. The New York-based lawyer and chartered accountant stated that
2027: Ex-Lagos guber candidate Salis meets Atiku
target=_blank>EFCC returns N108m recovered from former employees to Lagos company
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has handed over N108 million recovered during the investigation of an alleged fraud involving two former employees of Greenwich Planet Sun King Nigeria Limited to the company in Lagos. A statement by the EFCC said the money was presented in bank drafts by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2
EFCC returns N108m recovered from former employees to Lagos company
target=_blank>Abuja land agent, Omokamo has no title documents to disputed properties – EFCC witness tells court
A witness of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ahmed Gbigbadua, has told the Federal High Court in Abuja that a famous land agent, Rebecca Omokamo, has no title documents to three properties she allegedly sold to unsuspecting buyers. The witness said that both Omokamo and Godwin-Isaac, who are facing trial on alleged land-grabbing
Abuja land agent, Omokamo has no title documents to disputed properties – EFCC witness tells court
target=_blank>Amnesty demands release or trial of man held by DSS since 2023
Amnesty International has called on the Department of State Services (DSS) to either immediately release or arraign Engr. Tahiru Mohammed Salihu in court, alleging that he has been held in custody since February 2023 without access to his family or legal representatives. In a statement, the human rights organisation alleged that DSS operatives arrested Salihu
Amnesty demands release or trial of man held by DSS since 2023
target=_blank>NPFL: Kano Pillars sign new goalkeeper from Warri Wolves
Kano Pillars have announced the signing of goalkeeper Efevwerha Joke, DAILY POST reports. Joke joined Sai Masu Gida from Warri Wolves. Kano Pillars confirmed the shot-stopper’s arrival on social media on Thursday. Joke signed a two-year contract with the four-time Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) champions. He is the latest player to join Sai Masu
NPFL: Kano Pillars sign new goalkeeper from Warri Wolves
target=_blank>Air Peace suspends Benin flights, gives reason
Air Peace has suspended all flights to and from the Benin Airport after the temporary closure of the airport’s runway following a runway incursion. In a statement on Thursday, the airline said that the suspension would affect all its scheduled operations to the airport. According to the airline, the decision became necessary because of circumstances
Air Peace suspends Benin flights, gives reason
target=_blank>Tinubu approves expansion, recruitment of 28,000 personnel into Nigerian Army
President Bola Tinubu has approved the expansion of the Nigerian Army’s structure from eight to twelve divisions. A statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday, said the president also approved the recruitment of 20,000 additional personnel into the Nigerian Army. Onanuga said the move is to enhance the country’s security architecture and improve the
Tinubu approves expansion, recruitment of 28,000 personnel into Nigerian Army
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