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By Deborah Nnamdi The United States Department of State has ordered the departure of non-essential staff and family members from its embassy in Abuja, citing deteriorating security conditions across Nigeria. In a travel advisory issued on Wednesday, the department urged American citizens to reconsider travel to Nigeria from April 8, 2026, warning of heightened risks including crime, terrorism, kidnapping, civil unrest, and limited access to quality healthcare. Nigeria was placed under “Level 3: Reconsider Travel,” while 23 states were classified under the more severe “Level 4: Do Not Travel” category. Among the states newly added to the Level 4 list…

By Deborah Nnamdi A 500-level student of Covenant University, Toluwase Jesutunmise, has died after collapsing during a football training session on campus. The incident, which occurred on Monday, has sparked renewed concerns over student health monitoring and emergency response systems in Nigerian tertiary institutions. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the university confirmed that the student had actively participated in the training session before stepping aside after complaining of leg pain and fatigue. Moments after leaving the pitch, Jesutunmise was reportedly seen gasping for breath by teammates, prompting an immediate emergency response. He was rushed to the university’s medical centre,…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Delta State Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old man, Alex Kehinde, over the alleged murder of an 80-year-old resident in the Asaba–Ogwashi area of Aniocha South Local Government Area. The Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, confirmed the development, stating that the incident occurred on February 3, 2026, but the suspect was recently apprehended in Lagos State following what he described as a “technically driven investigation.” According to the police, the victim was found dead in his residence after he was allegedly suffocated by Kehinde and an accomplice identified simply as “Egbon,” who remains at large.…

By Deborah Nnamdi No fewer than 40 people, including security operatives, vigilantes, and civilians, have reportedly been killed following coordinated attacks by terrorists on Bagna, Erena, and Yelwa communities in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. Sources said the attackers ambushed a security camp, resulting in the deaths of about 30 special forces personnel and operatives, alongside at least 10 vigilantes. The casualty figure is, however, feared to be higher. Residents said the violence escalated on Tuesday morning when the Bagna community came under heavy attack, forcing many to flee. One resident, who spoke anonymously, said over 200 armed…

By Deborah Nnamdi Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has said his decision to seek re-election is driven by the need to complete ongoing projects and fulfil his administration’s development agenda. The governor stated that he would not have considered a second term if he had accomplished all the objectives he set at the beginning of his tenure. Otti made the remarks at his country home in Nvosi, Isiala Ngwa South Local Government Area, during a 10,000-man solidarity march organised by stakeholders in the area. The rally was convened by Dannie Ubani. According to the governor, significant work remains to be…

By Deborah Nnamdi A coalition of prominent political figures, including former Senate President David Mark, led a mass protest to the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja on Wednesday, demanding electoral accountability ahead of the 2027 general elections. Other notable figures at the protest included Peter Obi, Rauf Aregbesola, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and former Kogi West Senator Dino Melaye. The protest drew a large crowd of demonstrators who defied steady rainfall to converge on the INEC headquarters, signalling growing political tension as the next election cycle approaches. Participants had earlier assembled at Mark’s residence, where a morning…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old suspect, Abubakar Musa, for allegedly killing two persons and injuring three others in a knife attack in the Olámbe area of the state. The command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed the incident in a statement on Wednesday, describing it as a violent outburst linked to a failed business deal. According to the police, the suspect attacked the victims with a knife after becoming agitated over an unsuccessful business transaction. The victims were reportedly attempting to calm him when the situation escalated. “Detectives of the Ajuwon Division…

Photo: Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan By Deborah Nnamdi Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed government officials to travel in a single bus during official engagements as part of measures to reduce fuel consumption, following rising fuel shortages linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict. The directive was announced on Wednesday during a swearing-in ceremony for government officials, where the president outlined new cost-saving steps aimed at managing the impact of soaring fuel prices. Under the new arrangement, only the president’s essential convoy—comprising her security escort, police vehicles, and a backup car—will be allowed to accompany her, while all…

By Deborah Nnamdi Tragedy struck in Ilorin, Kwara State, in the early hours of Tuesday, April 7, as a 30-year-old man, Olabosun Isiaka, lost his life in a fire outbreak reportedly caused by a fallen high-tension electricity wire. The incident occurred between 4:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. in the Yakuba area, after a high-tension cable supplying power to the neighbourhood snapped, allegedly after prior warnings about its condition were ignored. An eyewitness, Seyi Adunbarin, said the faulty wire had shown signs of imminent collapse and had been reported to the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) office in Ilorin, but no…

By Deborah Nnamdi Counsel to the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Aloy Ejimakor, has confirmed that the appeal filed by his client, Nnamdi Kanu, against his terrorism conviction is actively progressing through the legal system. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Ejimakor said the notice of appeal, filed in February 2026, has set in motion a structured legal process that will culminate in a decision by the Court of Appeal of Nigeria. He explained that the first stage—the compilation and transmission of the Record of Appeal by the Federal High Court, Abuja—has already been completed. The record…