An eight-month international operation coordinated by the International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) has led to the arrest of 58 suspects and the identification of 263 others linked to West African organised crime networks. INTERPOL disclosed in a statement on Tuesday that the operation …
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have rescued two kidnapped persons during separate operations in Bassa and Kanam Local Government Areas of Plateau State. The Media Information Officer of the joint task force, Chinonso Oteh, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday. Mr Oteh, a cap…
As negotiations continue at the 17th session of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP17) in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, the challenge of financing land restoration remains central to efforts to tackle desertification, drought and land degradation. In this interview with PREM…
Malian singer and songwriter Salif Keita has cancelled his upcoming commercial performances in South Africa over reports of xenophobic violence against African migrants, his spokesperson confirmed on Wednesday. The 77-year-old music legend announced the decision in a statement posted on Facebook on…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Plateau State University, Bokkos chapter, has declared an indefinite strike over what it described as the university management’s failure to resolve six outstanding demands. The union announced the industrial action on Wednesday after its congress me…
The Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has ordered the immediate dismissal and prosecution of staff of Umaisha General Hospital in Toto Local Government Area over the alleged sale of medical equipment and other items donated to the facility. Mr Sule gave the directive on Wednesday while speak…
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Ibrahim Gusau, is expected to address the media in Abuja on Thursday amid reports that he has resigned from office. The NFF president is scheduled to speak at a world press conference at the federation’s headquarters, where the reported resignation a…
Investors could generate between $4 and $6 for every $1 invested in rangeland restoration, experts behind a new report have said, urging the private sector to see degraded rangelands as an investment opportunity rather than a charity project. The report, titled “Rangelands Rising: Investing in Sust…
The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has moved to halt the planned media press call and premiere of Living in Colors, alleging that the film contains explicit sexual content and promotes same-sex relationships. The Board, in a statement issued on Wednesday, said it became aware of prom…
As Nigeria marked International Youth Day on Wednesday, the Frontline Advocacy Initiative (FAI) urged young people to reject illicit drugs and called on governments to increase investment in addiction treatment and rehabilitation services. International Youth Day is observed annually on 12 August t…
Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu has defended his team selection and tactical decisions ahead of Thursday’s crucial 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup play-off against South Africa. Speaking alongside captain Rasheedat Ajibade at the pre-match press conference, Madugu responded to criticism of his squad …
Five human rights organisations have jointly called on the National Assembly to withdraw the Foreign Aids (Regulation, Transparency and Disclosure) Bill 2026, codenamed SB. 1034, warning that it could restrict civic space and put human rights defenders at risk. In a joint statement issued on Wednes…
Nigeria’s Junior YellowGreens strengthened their chances of returning to Division One after defeating hosts Rwanda by seven wickets in Kigali. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup pathway qualifier match was played at the Gahanga Main Oval, Kigali. Niger…
Health authorities and development partners have identified shortages of health workers as a major constraint to routine immunisation services in three northern states. The issue was highlighted during a Joint States Stakeholders Meeting with New Incentives – All Babies Are Equal Initiative (NI-ABA…
Troops of Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD have foiled an advance by terrorists from Zamfara into Niger State, recovering an AK-47 rifle and 398 rounds of ammunition. This is contained in an operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Abuja. The report said the op…
Osun voters go to the polls on 15 August with more than 2.3 million people on the register. But one of the most important battlegrounds is already active: the information space. Claims about government performance, election rigging, insecurity, candidates, and even the voting process itself are cir…
The Super Falcons and Banyana Banyana return to action on Thursday with far more than local bragging rights at stake. Nigeria and South Africa will meet in a crucial CAF play-off in Casablanca after both sides suffered quarter-final exits at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria were beat…
Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho has revealed that Bursaspor’s ambitious long-term vision of returning to the Turkish Super Lig and competing in European football played a decisive role in his decision to reject a new contract with Celtic. The 29-year-old completed a surprise move to the Turk…
A few days after the African Democratic Congress (ADC) announced the resolutions of its leadership crisis in Kaduna State, one of its defeated governorship aspirants, Muhammad Bello, popularly known as Mainan Zazzau, has resigned from the party. The resignation is a fresh setback for the opposition…
British-Nigerian heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has spoken candidly about the devastating loss of two close friends and trusted members of his support team, admitting he is still struggling to come to terms with the tragedy as he prepares for his return to the ring. Joshua will step back into com…
