Author: Naija Daily News

A gunman killed at least nine people in an attack at a secondary school in the southern Austrian city of Graz on Tuesday. Police said the attacker was also killed and that several people had been injured. They did not say how many of the dead were pupils. Police did not publicly identify the killer but said they were working on the assumption that he acted alone. Austrian media cited unconfirmed reports saying he was a former pupil who had entered the school and opened fire on pupils. “The rampage at a school in Graz is a national tragedy that…

The U.S. military will temporarily deploy about 700 Marines to Los Angeles until more National Guard troops can arrive, marking another escalation in President Donald Trump’s response to street protests over his aggressive immigration policies. The U.S. Northern Command said a battalion would be sent to help protect federal property and personnel until more National Guard troops could reach the scene. For now, the Trump administration was not invoking the Insurrection Act, which would allow troops to directly participate in civilian law enforcement, according to a U.S. official speaking on condition of anonymity. Tensions have been rising since Trump activated the…

By Oghenekevwe Kofi Oluchi Odii, the renowned Nigerian singer, actor, and voice-over artist, marked a major milestone on Sunday, June 8, 2025, by celebrating 10 years of excellence in the Nigerian entertainment industry. The anniversary concert, aptly named “A Decade of Excellence,” took place in Lagos and brought together fans, fellow artists, and industry insiders for an unforgettable night of music, storytelling, and celebration. A former standout contestant on MTN Project Fame, Oluchi Odii has evolved into one of Nigeria’s most versatile and dynamic performers. Leading up to the event, she shared heartfelt reflections and updates on her social media…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has issued a strong warning to the public to beware of fraudulent individuals and organisations falsely claiming to represent the company in a bid to extort money under pretences. In a public notice signed by Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd., posted on it official Facebook handle, the company alerted both local and international stakeholders—particularly foreign investors and business entities—about a growing trend of scams involving impostors soliciting fees in exchange for meetings with NNPC board members, executives, and management personnel. “These actions are unauthorised and illegal,” the statement…

In the face of mounting political pressure, Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has firmly declared his allegiance to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), distancing himself from growing rumours about a possible defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The speculation arose after the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, publicly encouraged Lawal to switch political camps and join the ruling APC. Matawalle, who previously served as governor of Zamfara and lost his re-election bid to Lawal in 2023, appealed to a Sallah gathering at his residence in Maradun, Zamfara State. During the event, the minister accused Lawal of political…

Retired Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai, has dismissed as false the reports circulating on several online platforms that his convoy was attacked by Boko Haram insurgents in Borno State. In a statement released on Monday, his media aide, Brigadier General Sani Usman Kukasheka (Rtd), described the report as fake news designed to mislead the public and damage the reputation of the former Nigerian Army chief. According to Kukasheka, General Buratai was in Abuja at the time of the alleged Boko Haram attack and had been celebrating the Eid al-Fitr holiday with family, friends, and well-wishers. “For…

By Deborah Nnamdi Operatives of the Kaduna State Police Command have arrested 27 suspects following a coordinated raid on criminal hideouts in the Kawo area of Kaduna. During the operation, security personnel recovered a range of dangerous weapons—including knives, axes, and cutlasses—as well as quantities of suspected hard drugs and dried leaves believed to be Indian hemp. The command’s spokesperson, Mansir Hassan, confirmed the arrests in a statement released on Monday. He explained that the operation was part of ongoing efforts directed by the Commissioner of Police to root out criminal elements destabilizing peace in certain parts of the state.…

Retired Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, narrowly escaped death on Friday after his convoy came under heavy gunfire in Borno State. The attack, allegedly carried out by suspected Boko Haram insurgents, has heightened fears over the worsening security situation in the region. Senator Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South Senatorial District, revealed the incident during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Sunday evening. According to Ndume, the ambush took place near a frontline military base, targeting the retired general and the soldiers accompanying him. Though casualty details remain unclear, the senator confirmed that a fierce…

In a major political shake-up, several prominent leaders of the Lagos chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have announced their defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made public just moments ago by Hakeem Amode, the former Publicity Secretary of the Lagos PDP, who confirmed his resignation from the party along with other key figures. Although details surrounding the number and identities of the defecting members remain limited, Amode’s disclosure signals a significant blow to the opposition party in the state and could have ripple effects on Lagos’ political dynamics ahead of the next electoral…

By Deborah Nnamdi Former Anambra State governor and Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Peter Obi says the fuel subsidy removal was necessary only that it was done haphazardly. Obi noted that he would have removed the petrol subsidy and floated the naira if elected president but not in the way it was done by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. He maintained that while the removal of fuel subsidy was necessary, the policy should have been implemented in a “gradual and organized” fashion. “I have consistently maintained that I would have removed the fuel subsidy,” Obi said in an interview with Arise…