Katsina Govt Explains Release of 70 Bandits in Swap Deal
Katsina State government defends its decision to release 70 detained suspected bandits as part of a peace swap deal that has freed over 1,000 hostages and restored farming in affected LGAs.
Katsina State government defends its decision to release 70 detained suspected bandits as part of a peace swap deal that has freed over 1,000 hostages and restored farming in affected LGAs.
Security forces neutralize several bandits in a joint Kogi forest operation. Police urge residents to report suspicious individuals with bullet wounds. Full details and video.
Armed groups in Kano and Katsina are extorting farmers, demanding N50,000 per acre. This threatens Nigeria's food supply. Read more on the security crisis.
Kaduna security operatives nab four suspected bandits and recover 65 rustled cows in Chikun LGA. Police vow to sustain anti-crime operations. Read details.
Katsina State government defends plan to release 70 suspected bandits as part of a peace agreement that has freed over 1,000 abductees. Commissioner likens move to wartime prisoner exchange.
Katsina State Government defends releasing 70 suspected bandits as part of a peace accord, likening it to a prisoner exchange. Details on the controversial move inside.
A pro-democracy group accuses Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara of breaching a Tinubu-brokered peace deal, triggering a renewed impeachment move. Read the full details.
An APC South-South group alleges Rivers lawmakers aim to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara for refusing to approve fictitious projects in the 2026 budget, warning it threatens democracy.
The Federal Government and ASUU will officially sign the 40% salary increase agreement on January 14, 2026, in Abuja. This marks a major step towards ending the long-standing industrial crisis in Nigerian universities. Read the full details here.
The landmark fuel supply agreement between Dangote Refinery and 20 major marketers collapses after pricing disputes. Falling global costs trigger a surge in imports, reshaping Nigeria's downstream market. Read the full analysis.
President Donald Trump announces a major oil transfer deal with Venezuela's interim government. Get the full details on the agreement and its global implications.
Armed bandits launched coordinated night attacks in Malumfashi LGA, Katsina, abducting several residents. This follows a recent deadly mosque attack in the same area.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike warns that unnamed leaders are misleading Governor Fubara, threatening the Tinubu-brokered peace deal and stability in Rivers State. Read the full details.
A Nigerian woman called off her engagement after her fiancé defended infidelity in a Facebook comment. Discover how social media reveals deal-breakers. Read more.
A fire at the IBB Way injection substation in Katsina has disrupted electricity supply to several areas including GRA and Kofar Kaura. KEDCO's team is assessing damage and working on restoration.
A key stakeholder reveals details of the peace agreement between Nyesom Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara, which reportedly bars Fubara from re-election in 2027, escalating political tensions in Rivers State.
Nigerian Air Force eliminates 23 bandits in a precision strike as they fled to Katsina. Get the full details of the coordinated military operation here.
Mangal Foundation provides free eye surgeries and care to 7,000 vulnerable patients in Katsina in 2025, extending its life-changing healthcare mission across borders.
Ayodeji 'Ayo Benzi' Benson clinches victory in MTN's Next Afrobeats Star, securing a N150 million music deal. Discover the full results and the future of Afrobeats.
Boxer Anthony Joshua survived a deadly crash in Ogun State after swapping seats minutes before the journey. Two friends were killed. The driver faces multiple charges.
Boxing star Anthony Joshua narrowly escaped death in a fatal Ogun State crash after a last-minute seat swap. Two friends died. Read the full story.
A PDP faction in Rivers demands Governor Fubara fully disclose the peace deal with Wike brokered by President Tinubu. They cite renewed tension and allege deception.
Ifelodun Council Chairman Femi Yusuf alleges bandits have operated in Kwara forests for over 15 years with government knowledge. He claims locals collaborated with criminals.
Nigerian DStv users breathe a sigh of relief as Canal+ and Warner Bros Discovery sign a new multi-year deal, saving 12 popular channels from being removed. Read the full details of the agreement here.
Nigerian DStv users can breathe easy. A new Canal+ and Warner Bros Discovery agreement secures 12 popular channels, avoiding a blackout. Read the full details of the multi-territory deal.
MA'AM Energy Limited becomes the new controlling shareholder of Geregu Power Plc in a landmark $750 million transaction, leading to a complete board overhaul. Discover the details and implications for Nigeria's power sector.
Explore how Vidqu's AI face swap technology helps creators, marketers, and educators produce realistic videos easily. Learn about features like multiple face swap and ethical use.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola has sold his controlling stake in Geregu Power Plc in a landmark N1.088 trillion transaction. Discover the details and implications of this major shift in Nigeria's energy sector.
A suspected notorious drug peddler was killed during a police raid in Katsina after he stabbed an officer. The operation led to the recovery of illicit drugs. Read the full details.
Presidents Trump and Zelenskiy announce significant progress on a Ukraine peace deal, now 95% complete. Key hurdles remain on Donbas and security. Read the latest details.