Ngige joins Tinubu at Villa after Kuje release
Senator Chris Ngige makes dramatic appearance at APC National Caucus meeting just hours after being granted bail by the FCT High Court. Read the full story of his return to the political arena.
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US Military Denies Airstrikes in Nigeria, Benin
The US Africa Command has dismissed false claims of airstrikes on the Nigeria-Benin border. Read the official statement and details of ongoing counterterrorism cooperation.
Nigeria Launches PCB Treatment Centre to Tackle Hazardous Waste
Nigeria inaugurates a state-of-the-art PCB treatment facility in Abuja, a major step in combating chemical pollution and protecting public health under the Stockholm Convention. Read more.
Full 2025 AFCON Group D Squads Announced for Morocco
Complete squad lists for Group D at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, featuring Senegal, DR Congo, Benin, and Botswana. See all the players heading to the tournament.
Fuel Tanker Crash, Explosion Rocks Benin-Auchi Road
A petrol tanker crash and explosion on the Benin-Auchi road in Edo State has led to multiple fatalities and widespread fire damage. Get the latest details on this tragic incident.
Guardian reporters shine at WSCIJ 2025 awards
The Guardian journalists were among top winners at the 20th Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism awards in Lagos, recognised for exposés on malnutrition and abandoned projects. Discover the full list of honourees.
Sexual Abuse Syndicate Uncovered at Potiskum Prison
Yobe State authorities confirm a sexual exploitation network at Potiskum Correctional Centre. Investigations ongoing, with officers suspended. Read the full report.
Benin jails 30 over foiled coup, opposition questioned
A Beninese court has jailed around 30 people, mostly soldiers, for a failed coup. Opposition figures face questioning as President Talon's government tightens security ahead of the April handover.
Mortuary Attendant Arrested for Organ Harvesting in Edo
Edo State Police rescue a mortuary attendant from a mob and arrest him for allegedly harvesting organs from a corpse at Akugbe Mortuary in Benin City. Full investigation underway.
Benin jails 30 over failed coup attempt
Benin authorities have jailed about 30 suspects, mostly soldiers, for a failed December coup. The crackdown now includes opposition figures. Get the latest details here.
11 Rescued, 7 Still Held in Edo Highway Kidnapping
Edo police, with army and vigilantes, rescue 11 kidnapped passengers near Obarenren. Operations continue to free 7 others. Public urged to stay calm and cooperate.
Lady Stranded in Benin as Friend Cancels Accommodation
A Nigerian lady was left stranded at UNIBEN gate after a friend cancelled promised NYSC accommodation. See her story and how she found help. Read more for details.
Pastor Bolaji Idowu Prays for Tiwa Savage, Son in Church
A viral video shows Pastor Bolaji Idowu acknowledging Tiwa Savage and her son Jamil during a service, praying for them. The gesture has sparked mixed reactions online about celebrity treatment in church. Read the full story.
Tinubu holds closed-door meeting with military chiefs
President Bola Tinubu held a crucial closed-door meeting with Nigeria's service chiefs at the Presidential Villa. This is his first meeting with the high command since appointing the Defence Minister. Details inside.
Oyo Fixes Dec 19 for 2025 Civil Service Conversion Exam
Oyo State schedules conversion exam for junior civil servants on Dec 19, 2025. Over 250 officers eligible. Commissioner Adelabu outlines strict rules for participation.
18 Abducted on Benin-Akure Road, 11 Rescued
Gunmen abducted 18 bus passengers near Obarenren, Edo State. A joint security operation has rescued 11 victims. Police confirm manhunt ongoing. #NigeriaSecurity
Lady's First and Last Shiloh Experience in Benin
A Nigerian lady shares her terrifying first-time experience at a Shiloh 2025 viewing centre in Benin City, where she ran for her life. Read her full story and public reactions.
Two Dead in Sagamu-Benin Expressway Crash
Two persons have died in a fatal head-on collision involving a bus and a truck on the Sagamu-Benin expressway in Ogun State. TRACE confirms the driver caused the crash by driving against traffic.
Nigeria Reacts to Failed Coup Attempt in Benin
Nigeria's Federal Government condemns the failed military coup in Benin Republic. Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar denounces the assault on democracy. Read the full statement and details.
Nigeria Condemns Coup Attempt in Benin Republic
Nigeria's government condemns the attempted coup in Benin, calls for calm, and reaffirms commitment to regional stability and democratic governance. Read the full statement.
Failed Coup in Benin: 13 Soldiers Arrested
A coup attempt by soldiers in Benin Republic was foiled, leading to 13 arrests. Nigeria deployed fighter jets for surveillance as regional bodies condemn the act. Read the full details.
Nigeria Sends Fighter Aircraft to Benin Amid Coup
Nigeria has deployed fighter aircraft to Benin Republic for surveillance following a military coup that ousted President Patrice Talon. Read the latest on regional security implications.
10 African Coups in Five Years: A Continent's Turmoil
From Mali to Guinea-Bissau, Africa has witnessed 10 successful military coups since 2020. Explore the timeline, key figures, and ongoing instability shaping the continent's political landscape.
Coup attempt in Benin fails, President Talon safe
Benin's presidency confirms President Patrice Talon is safe after a brief coup attempt by soldiers. Loyal forces have restored order. Get the latest details on the unfolding situation.
10 African Coups in Five Years: A Continent's Crisis
A recent coup attempt in Benin adds to a turbulent list of 10 successful military takeovers across Africa since 2020. Explore the timeline and impact of this political instability.
Failed Coup in Benin Republic: What We Know
Details emerge on the failed military coup in Benin Republic led by Lt-Col Pascal Tigri. Get the latest facts on the incident and the wider trend of coups in West Africa.
Benin foils coup attempt, President Talon secure
Benin's government announced it thwarted a coup attempt by soldiers who seized state TV. President Patrice Talon is safe. Read the latest details on the unfolding situation.
Dele Momodu Reveals How He Missed Benin Republic Coup
Chief Dele Momodu shares a chilling account of how a missing car document forced a last-minute change of plans, narrowly avoiding being caught in the Benin Republic military coup. Read his full story.
Benin Coup Attempt: Soldiers Claim Overthrow, Govt Fights Back
Soldiers in Benin announced the overthrow of President Patrice Talon. The presidency breaks its silence, confirming the leader is safe as the army regains control. Get the full story.
Benin Republic Military Seizes Power in Coup
Lieutenant-Colonel Tigri Pascal leads a successful military coup in Benin Republic, overthrowing President Patrice Talon. Borders closed, constitution suspended. Full report.
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