Author: Naija Daily News

By Deborah Nnamdi Angry youths in Lafiagi, the headquarters of Edu Local Government Area in Kwara State, on Monday set fire to the palace of the Emir of Lafiagi and the office of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), in protest against the persistent wave of kidnappings in the area. The unrest followed the abduction of a prominent agrochemical dealer known as Alhaji Chemical, who was reportedly kidnapped from his residence in the Taiwo area around 1:00 a.m. on Sunday. Gunmen suspected to be bandits, riding on motorcycles, allegedly overpowered local vigilantes with heavy gunfire before whisking the businessman…

By Deborah Nnamdi Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has confirmed his intention to run again in the 2027 presidential election, promising to serve only a single four-year term if elected. Speaking to supporters during a live X (formerly Twitter) Space on Sunday night, Obi addressed several pressing issues, including rumors of a potential alliance with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, which he firmly denied. He clarified that while he is involved in coalition discussions, any alliance must be focused on addressing Nigeria’s pressing challenges. “If the coalition isn’t aimed at ending the killings in…

By Deborah Nnamdi Following the resignation of Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the party’s Acting National Chairman, Alhaji Ali Bukar Dalori, has called on members of the National Working Committee (NWC) and party stakeholders to remain united and avoid divisive rhetoric or actions. Dalori appealed on Monday in Abuja during the first NWC meeting held after Ganduje’s departure. He emphasized that political transitions often come with uncertainty, but the party must not allow it to breed disunity. “To all party members and stakeholders, I urge us to stay united. Political transitions often create…

By Deborah Nnamdi The World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that loneliness is a major global health concern, contributing to the deaths of at least 871,000 people each year. According to a new WHO commission report, one in six people worldwide experiences loneliness, which—along with social isolation—can have serious health consequences. These include an increased risk of stroke, heart disease, diabetes, depression, anxiety, and suicide. The report warns that the effects of loneliness are far-reaching. Among teenagers, loneliness is linked to a 22% drop in academic performance, while adults who feel isolated often struggle to find or maintain employment. On…

Photo: Delta PPRO, Bright Edage confirms arrest of kidnapping gang members A criminal network suspected of terrorising communities in Warri, Osubi, Agbarho, Sapele, and Ughelli has been dismantled following a series of arrests carried out by the Delta State Police Command, authorities confirmed Monday. The syndicate, allegedly responsible for multiple cases of kidnapping and armed robbery, was tracked down after a kidnapping case reported at the Isiokolo Police Station was escalated to the Commissioner of Police Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT), acting on the directive of CP Olufemi Abaniwonda. Police spokesman SP Bright Edafe said investigations led to the arrest of…

Photo: Nyesom Wike, FCT Minister Government workers in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, on Monday began a three-day protest over unpaid salaries, lack of overhead funding, and the prolonged strike by primary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The demonstration, led by the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC), also demanded the immediate removal of the FCT Civil Service Commission Chairman, Emeka Ezeh. The workers, drawn from various unions affiliated with JUAC, sealed off the FCT Minister’s office, preventing access and halting operations. This move marked a sharp escalation in tensions between civil servants and the administration of FCT Minister Nyesom…

A Rano Air aircraft, operating a domestic flight from Sokoto to Abuja, suffered an engine failure mid-flight, forcing the crew to execute an emergency landing after smoke was detected in the cabin and cockpit, Nigeria’s aviation regulator said on Monday. The affected aircraft, registered 5N-BZY, reportedly experienced a failure in engine 1, leading to the presence of smoke onboard. The flight crew followed standard emergency procedures, including the use of oxygen masks, and safely brought the aircraft back to the ground. All passengers were unharmed. The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) said the aircraft has been grounded and ordered a…

Photo: President, PM Pierre and Bob Amadi -Courtesy State House A Nigerian medical student based in Saint Lucia, Bob Chikwem Amadi, has described his brief encounter with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Saint Lucia’s Prime Minister, Philip J. Pierre, as an inspiring and unforgettable experience. Amadi, a native of Rivers State and a student at the American International University in Saint Lucia, met the Nigerian President and the Lucian leader during President Tinubu’s state visit to the Caribbean nation. The meeting, according to a release by the president’s spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, took place on the second day of the President’s…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has issued a strong warning to Nigerian travellers, especially those embarking on international trips, urging them not to assist strangers in carrying or checking in unknown luggage. In a public advisory released on Saturday, the agency emphasized the growing trend of drug traffickers exploiting unsuspecting passengers to smuggle narcotics and prohibited substances across borders. According to the NDLEA, many innocent travellers have found themselves in trouble with foreign law enforcement after unknowingly transporting illegal items. “Helping someone carry a bag or package without knowing its contents can have life-changing consequences,” the NDLEA spokesperson…

The Anambra State Police Command has apprehended a 24-year-old man, Muanaenye Chekwube Victor, for allegedly masterminding the abduction of his friend and collecting a ransom of ₦5.3 million alongside his gang members. According to the police, Victor lured his unsuspecting friend to a location in Uli, Ihiala Local Government Area, where he was kidnapped by the suspect’s criminal associates. A ransom, paid in dollars equivalent to ₦5.3 million, was collected before the victim regained freedom. Police spokesperson DSP Tochukwu Ikenga disclosed in a statement on Sunday that operatives from the Uli Divisional Headquarters arrested the suspect on Friday, June 26,…