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Photo: Chief of Defence Staff, Maj Gen Christopher Musa By Didimoko A. Didimoke, with agency report Nigerian troops have killed notorious terrorist kingpin Auta and at least 14 of his associates in a major military operation under Operation Fasan Yamma in Zamfara State. The offensive, conducted on June 10, 2025, near Ƙunchin Kalgo in Tsafe Local Government Area, is being described as a critical blow to terrorist networks destabilising North-West Nigeria. Auta, long wanted for orchestrating violent attacks and kidnappings, was eliminated alongside key lieutenants Abdul Jamilu and Salisu. In a statement, Major General Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media…

…Recognises the pains, sacrifices of Nigerians President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday delivered a stirring Democracy Day address to a joint sitting of the National Assembly, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to deepening democratic governance, strengthening national unity, and improving the lives of all Nigerians. Speaking inside the green chamber of the House of Representatives, the President reflected on Nigeria’s democratic journey since 1999, paying tribute to the sacrifices of pro-democracy activists and citizens who fought to end military rule. “Our democracy was not handed to us on a platter. It was earned through resilience, courage, and the blood of patriots,”…

In a powerful Democracy Day address to the National Assembly, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to democratic governance, national unity, and economic renewal. The address marked a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s 2025 Democracy Day celebrations, as the nation reflects on its democratic journey and future. Speaking before a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives, President Tinubu acknowledged Nigeria’s hard-won democracy, paying homage to the heroes of the June 12, 1993, election and other pro-democracy advocates. “Democracy was not gifted to us—it was earned. Today, we stand united in honour of those who sacrificed for…

On the second anniversary of his administration, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu skipped the usual parade and instead addressed a joint session of the National Assembly, amidst fear of widespread protest by pro-democracy groups over biting hardship and insecurity in the country. ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR AT THE JOINT SESSION OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY IN COMMEMORATION OF DEMOCRACY DAY, 2025 THURSDAY, 12TH JUNE 2025 Protocol: With profound honour, I stand before this joint session of our National Assembly; a parliament that embodies the will of the Nigerian people. 2. Today, as I entered this grand edifice built from…

Senator representing Edo North and former Edo State Governor Comrade Adams Oshiomhole has shed light on the incident that occurred on Wednesday morning at Zulu Hall, Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 1. He recounted how he and other passengers were denied boarding on an Air Peace flight to Abuja, despite having completed online check-in. A video showing Comrade Oshiomhole in a tense exchange with an airport official had gone viral earlier. He later clarified that the chaos at the terminal was triggered by Air Peace’s alleged practice of preventing already checked-in passengers from boarding, while reportedly reselling their seats on-site at…

A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has sentenced 24-year-old Emmanuel Chekwube to seven years imprisonment after he pleaded guilty to drug trafficking charges. Justice Lewis Allagoa delivered the ruling on Wednesday, convicting Chekwube on a four-count charge involving conspiracy, illegal possession of restricted drugs, unlawful use of premises for storing banned substances, and drug dealing. Despite the sentence, the judge granted the convict an option to pay a fine of five million naira in lieu of imprisonment. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) had brought the charges against Chekwube, alleging he committed the offences on May 7 at…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Delta State Police Command has apprehended a suspected cultist and armed robber in Asaba. In a statement released on Wednesday, the Command disclosed that the arrest was made on June 9 following credible intelligence and a targeted raid on a local food canteen. The operation was carried out by the DOPS Buffalo Team, led by DSP Charles Evboifo. The canteen, reportedly a known hideout for cultists, was stormed by the officers during the raid. During the operation, 40-year-old Kingsley Ugochukwu was arrested. Upon spotting the police, he allegedly attempted to discard a locally made Beretta pistol,…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Vatican announced Wednesday the first episcopal appointment in China under Pope Leo XIV, marking the new pontiff’s endorsement of a contentious agreement on bishop nominations brokered by his predecessor with Beijing. The Holy See confirmed the appointment of Joseph Lin Yuntuan as auxiliary bishop of Fuzhou, the capital of southeastern Fujian province, which was made by Pope Leo on June 5. It welcomed China’s recognition of the nomination, expressing “satisfaction” and calling it “an important step in the communal journey of the diocese.” “This event represents further fruit of the dialogue between the Holy See and…

By Deborah Nnamdi A female student of the Ogun State Institute of Technology, Igbesa (formerly Gateway Polytechnic, Igbesa), was brutally assaulted by fellow students over allegations of “snatching” someone’s boyfriend. In a viral video circulated on Wednesday, multiple female students were seen flogging the victim with long, thick canes. They claimed their actions were known to their mothers and expressed indifference about any potential consequences or reports to authorities. The victim sustained visible injuries to her back and head. Despite efforts by some students to stop one of the attackers, identified as Lolade, she persisted, insisting the beating was intended…

By Deborah Nnamdi President Bola Tinubu has openly signaled his readiness to receive the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike into the All Progressives Congress (APC) should he decide to switch parties from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).Tinubu said the APC is open to receiving Wike whenever he decides to switch to the ruling party. President Tinubu spoke on Wednesday while commissioning the Arterial Road N16 (Shehu Shagari Way) from Ring Road One (Nnamdi Azikiwe Way) to Arterial Road N20 (Wole Soyinka Road) and some other roads in Katampe District. “We have somebody—Nyesom Wike—he is not a member…