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More than 130 security personnel have lost their lives in Katsina State over the past two years amidst relentless banditry attacks, a state commissioner has confirmed. The fatalities include over 100 members of the Katsina Community Watch Corps and more than 30 police officers, with an unspecified number of soldiers also killed in the fight against armed groups. The Katsina …

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has applauded the participants of National Defence College (NDC) Course 33 for proffering innovative solutions to national security challenges.  He further praised the participants for their futuristic thinking and innovative approach to addressing emerging security challenges, urging them not to relent but to continue developing practical solutions.  A statement by …

President Donald Trump claimed another win for his campaign to transform the global economy and American life, but he still can’t escape intensifying questions over his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein controversy. The United States clinched a framework deal with the European Union on Sunday that averted a damaging trade war. Trump believes such moves will revive US manufacturing. But the resulting …

Iran said on Monday that its military capabilities were not up for negotiations, after France called for a “comprehensive deal” with Tehran that covers its missile programme and regional influence. “Regarding matters related to our defence capabilities, there will absolutely be no discussion,” foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei told a regular press briefing. Iran generally refers to all military activities, …

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has accused President Bola Tinubu of further entrenching Nigeria and its citizens in poverty while feeding them with wrong statistics. In a statement he posted on his X page on Monday, Peter Obi stated that under Tinubu’s leadership, Nigeria has become one of the world’s hungriest nations. The Labour Party leader recounted …

Banga also revealed that the bandits have effectively taken control of Banga Village, forcing residents of nearby communities to flee for safety. Some bandits who kidnapped no fewer than 56 residents of Banga Village in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State, have reportedly killed 38 of the victims despite a ransom payment of over N50 million. A resident …

*Game-changing 4,000 CNG trucks arrive in Lagos, set for August 15 rollout Founder of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has hailed President Bola Tinubu as a listening president whose policies are restoring investor confidence in Nigeria’s economy. Dangote made the remarks over the weekend during a visit by the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, to the …

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has expelled the former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, and imposed a 30-year ban on him from associating with the party. The party’s National Working Committee (NWC) said the action was in line with the party’s constitution, ideology, manifesto, principles, and practices, as well as in consonance with the Constitution of the Federal …

It was a great comeback for the Super Falcons who were two goals down at half time Nigeria defeated Morocco 3-2 on Saturday to win the Women’s African Cup of Nations. It was a great comeback for the Super Falcons who were two goals down at half time against the Atlas Lionesses but fought back with three goals in the …

He confirmed that many are left to die in poverty due to years-long delays in pension payments and the failure of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) to meet basic living standards. A former Anambra State Commissioner of Police, Aderemi Adeoye, has decried the dire conditions faced by retired police officers across the country. He confirmed that many are left to …