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By Deborah Nnamdi The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared itself the only political force capable of defeating the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. This was stated by the PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, during a press conference on Monday in Abuja. According to…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has called for tougher penalties for perpetrators of gender-based violence (GBV) in Kano State, emphasizing that no devout Muslim should raise a hand against his wife. Speaking at his palace on Monday, July 21, during a visit from representatives of…

by Deborah Nnamdi The Anambra State Police Command has arrested two individuals for staging a fake kidnapping in a failed attempt to extort N10 million from the family of one of the suspects. According to a statement released on Monday by the command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the suspects —…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Rivers State Police Command has dismantled a child trafficking syndicate operating out of Aba, Abia State, rescuing a pregnant woman held captive by the group. Police spokesperson Grace Iringe-Koko, who disclosed the development in a statement on Monday, said the operation followed weeks of discreet intelligence…

Air Peace, Nigeria’s leading carrier, will begin direct flights from Abuja to both London Heathrow and London Gatwick on October 26, 2025, marking a major step in its international expansion. According to a statement from the airline, the new routes underscore Air Peace’s commitment to enhancing connectivity and delivering top-tier…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast thunderstorms and rainfall across various parts of the country from Monday through Wednesday. In its weather outlook released Sunday in Abuja, NiMet predicted early morning thunderstorms and rain on Monday in parts of Taraba, Adamawa, Kebbi, Borno, Yobe, Gombe, Bauchi,…

By Deborah Nnamdi South Africa have booked their place in the semi-finals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and are set for a blockbuster clash against arch-rivals Nigeria’s Super Falcons at the Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca, Morocco. Banyana Banyana advanced after a dramatic quarter-final against Senegal…

By Deborah Nnamdi In a string of coordinated operations in Enugu and Ogun States, police operatives have rescued four kidnapped victims, neutralised three suspected kidnappers in separate gun battles, and recovered more than N11.3 million in ransom payments alongside firearms and other evidence. The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa…

By Deborah Nnamdi National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 60-year-old wanted drug kingpin, Okpara Paul Chigozie, bringing an end to a seven-year manhunt. According to NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi, Chigozie was apprehended on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at his hideout located at 72 Michael Ojo Street, Isheri…

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a sweeping set of new immigration-related fees that will take effect from July 22, 2025, impacting applicants worldwide, including those from Nigeria. The new charges, introduced under U.S. legislation H.R. 1, apply to various visa and immigration benefit categories, including…