Author: Naija Daily News

The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the killing of a driver and the abduction of several passengers after gunmen attacked two vehicles on Sunday in Amala, Ngor Okpala Local Government Area. The attack occurred barely a week after gunmen assaulted the advance team of Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, along the same route, though no casualties were recorded in that incident. In a statement released on Monday evening, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Henry Okoye, said the assailants ambushed the travellers and whisked the victims away to an unknown location. According to the statement, “The Commissioner of Police,…

By Deborah Nnamdi Tension has gripped Magogo village in Ogori/Magongo Local Government Area of Kogi State following the abduction of five residents by suspected kidnappers on Monday night. The National President of the Magongo Development Association (MDA), Prince Jordan Akpata, confirmed the incident on Tuesday. According to him, the victims had travelled to Jos, Plateau State, last Friday to attend a wedding and were returning home when they were ambushed. “At about 8:30 p.m. on Monday, the wedding guests were intercepted and kidnapped just a few kilometres from Magongo,” he said. Akpata explained that the gunmen forced the victims out…

Paramount Skydance Corp. on Monday unveiled a $108.4 billion hostile offer for Warner Bros Discovery, escalating a fierce takeover battle with Netflix, which last week announced a $72 billion deal to acquire the media giant. The surprise bid positions Paramount, led by David Ellison, as a direct challenger to Netflix in the race to control Warner Bros’ expansive film, television and streaming catalogue. Netflix had secured an agreement on Friday to buy Warner Bros Discovery through an equity transaction valued at $82.7 billion, including debt. The contract carries a $5.8 billion break-up fee, underscoring the high financial stakes surrounding the…

The House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts has given the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) up to December 15 to appear before it and address allegations of revenue leakages amounting to several trillions of naira. Committee chairman, Rep. Bamidele Salam, issued the directive during a session on Monday in Abuja after NNPCL management again failed to honour the committee’s summons. Salam said the company had ignored at least seven invitations, often citing scheduling conflicts. Reading a letter from the company, Salam noted that NNPCL attributed its latest absence to a meeting with the president and requested a 60-day…

President Alassane Ouattara was on Monday sworn in for a fourth term as leader of the Ivory Coast following an election from which his two main rivals were barred. The 83-year-old secured nearly 90 percent of the vote in the October 25 poll, which saw a turnout of just over 50 percent. At the ceremony in Abidjan, Ouattara pledged to “loyally defend the constitution” and described his new term as one of “generational transition.” Eleven African heads of state attended the inauguration at the presidential palace, alongside former leaders including Niger’s Mahamadou Issoufou. France was represented by National Assembly Speaker…

Nigerian singer Crown Uzama, better known as Shallipopi, has been crowned Artist of the Year at the 2025 TikTok Awards for Sub-Saharan Africa, held on Friday, December 5, in Johannesburg. The annual ceremony celebrates creators whose content shapes conversations and sparks trends across the region. TikTok said this year’s awards recognized individuals who have used the platform to connect audiences, build communities, and influence culture both online and offline. Shallipopi, popularly called “Pluto Presido,” has been one of Africa’s breakout stars in 2025. His songs dominated TikTok, powering viral challenges and a wave of youthful fan engagement he describes as…

TikTok has imposed a late-night restriction on its LIVE feature in Nigeria, blocking users from hosting or watching live streams during peak night hours. The restriction began quietly at midnight on Sunday, when LIVE access across the country was shut down without prior public announcement. Creators reported seeing a “No Access” notification between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m., confirming that the blackout was nationwide. In an in-app message to eligible creators — those with at least 1,000 followers — TikTok said, “We’re temporarily limiting LIVE late at night in Nigeria as part of our investigation to ensure our platform remains…

Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 6 Brigade/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke have thwarted a robbery attack, rescued abducted travellers, and recovered weapons in a series of coordinated operations across Taraba State. The Brigade’s Acting Spokesperson, Lt. Umar Muhammad, disclosed the operations in a statement on Monday. According to him, the first operation took place on 6 December in Manya, Takum Local Government Area, after soldiers received a distress call that armed robbers had barricaded the Manya–Takum Road and were dispossessing travellers.He said the troops launched a swift clearance mission, forcing the criminals to flee and abandon an AK-47 rifle, a…

A Sunday worship service turned tragic in Lilu community, Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State, after gunmen invaded an Anglican church, killing the wife of the presiding priest and injuring several congregants. The attack, which occurred during the morning service, has heightened tension across the state. It came barely 24 hours after armed men reportedly opened fire at Afor Market junction in Nawfia, Njikoka Local Government Area, killing yet-to-be-determined victims. Confirming the incident on Monday, the spokesman for the Anambra State Police Command, Tochukwu Ikenga, said the assailants stormed the church premises, leaving many worshippers wounded. Ikenga said the…

File photo: Delta State Police spokesperson, SP Bright Edafe The Delta State Police Command has arrested two key suspects in connection with the murder of retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu, who was killed on November 23, 2025, in Anambra State. The suspects—identified as 25-year-old security staff Godwin Mngumi and his accomplice, Nnaji Obalum—were apprehended after days of intelligence-driven investigations by operatives of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID). Spokesman for the Delta State Police Command, SP Bright Edafe, said Mngumi was arrested on December 6, 2025, and was found in possession of the late justice’s mobile phone. According to Edafe, Mngumi…