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Army Chief Charges Troops to Annihilate Terrorists

Chief of Army Staff Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu visited frontline troops in Sokoto, commending their bravery and urging them to sustain momentum against terrorists. Read about the military's Christmas morale boost.

Tinubu group shares Christmas food items in Ebonyi

A pro-Tinubu support group has distributed festive food items to vulnerable households in Ebonyi state to cushion economic hardship. Read about the initiative and its political significance.

Groups equip blind students with study kits, walking aids

The Society for the Welfare of the Blind, backed by SC Johnson, provided essential tools to visually impaired students in Lagos to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Read how this initiative is changing lives.

Groups equip blind students with study kits, walking aids

The Society for the Welfare of the Blind, supported by SC Johnson, provides computers, guide canes, and more to 10 students to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Read how this initiative is changing lives.

Kuje Inmates Graduate with NOUN Degrees

Six inmates at Kuje Medium Security Custodial Centre have earned university degrees from NOUN, showcasing education's power for rehabilitation. Read their inspiring stories of hope and purpose.

NIMC elevates 523 staff, warns against extortion

The National Identity Management Commission has promoted over 500 employees as part of its 2025 promotion cycle. DG Abisoye Coker-Odusote congratulated staff but reiterated a zero-tolerance stance on corruption. Read more on the Commission's renewed focus

Nigerian Sentenced to 20 Years in US for Major Fraud

Oluwaseun Adekoya, a Nigerian resident in New Jersey, has been sentenced to 20 years in a US federal prison for masterminding a sophisticated $2 million identity theft and bank fraud operation. Read the full details of the multi-state scheme.

New Defence Minister Musa Assumes Duty, Vows Firmness

Retired General Christopher Musa has officially taken over as Nigeria's Defence Minister, pledging fairness, firmness, and loyalty to the constitution in tackling insecurity. He outlined a three-pillar philosophy for success.

Nigerian Sentenced to 60 Months for $1.3m COVID Fraud

Nosa Edokpaigbe, a Nigerian national, has been sentenced to 60 months in a US federal prison for a $1.4 million COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. He will be deported after serving his term. Read the full details.

Senate Pushes for Structured Social Welfare to Reduce Poverty

The Nigerian Senate has advanced a bill to create a National Social Welfare Service, aiming to coordinate poverty alleviation programmes. The data-driven agency would manage cash transfers, food aid, and stipends. Read more on this crucial legislative ste

Court rejects Nnamdi Kanu's brother, denies prison transfer

A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a motion by IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's brother, Emmanuel, seeking his transfer from Sokoto prison. The judge ruled Emmanuel, not a lawyer, could not move the motion. Read the full details.

Kanu Files Motion for Transfer from Sokoto Prison

IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu requests transfer from Sokoto prison, citing distance from Abuja hinders his appeal. Federal High Court adjourns hearing to December 8. Read the full details.

Alex Otti Meets President Tinubu Over Nnamdi Kanu

Abia State Governor Alex Otti met President Bola Tinubu to discuss securing IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's release, following his visit to Kanu in Sokoto prison. Read the latest developments.

Nigerian fraud mastermind gets 20 years in US prison

Oluwaseun Adekoya, a Nigerian national, has been sentenced to 20 years for orchestrating a massive bank fraud and money laundering conspiracy across the United States. Read the full details of the sophisticated scheme.

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