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Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has ordered the destruction of all shrines and deities in Amasiri community in Afikpo Local Government Area due to the recent violent conflict. He gave the order on Friday in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Monday Uzor following an expanded state security meeting on Thursday. Amasiri was recently embroiled in a …

Pastor Chris had previously apologized in a widely circulated statement but later clarified that his apology was not directed at the actress, and insisted it was made out of respect for the church’s senior leaders and not because of any individual. In his remarks, he rejected claims linking the apology to personal circumstances, and described the statements as baseless. In …

The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the sacking of four officers over their involvement in the tragic killing of seven traders in Owode Onirin area of ​​the state. The state Police Commissioner, Mr. Olohundare Jimoh, told journalists on Thursday at the Ikeja Police Officers Mess that investigations into the murder of Owode Onirin were ongoing. He said the fired …

The Human Rights Committee has renewed its call for the establishment of state police across Nigeria, saying the current centralized police structure has become excessive and ineffective in addressing growing insecurity. In a statement jointly signed by its National President, Comrade Yinka Folarin, and Secretary General, Comrade Idris Afees Olayinka, the civil rights group described the initiative as a vital …

Terrorists have released a disturbing video showing the moment they set fire to a vehicle belonging to the Nigerian military. In a video recording that has been trending on social media platforms since Monday, a young terrorist can be seen filming a burning vehicle and daring the Army to come and take it. READ ALSO: Nigeria’s net reserves jump 772% …

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has expressed opposition to the proposed law on the protection of human rights defenders, arguing that existing Nigerian laws already provide adequate guarantees for fundamental rights. Fagbemi’s position was expressed through the Chief of State, Reuben Imarha, on Wednesday at a public hearing at the Human Rights Committee …

The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has announced the temporary suspension of three doctors following preliminary findings in the death of Master Nkanu Adichie-Esege, the 21-month-old son of renowned writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The Board revealed that its Investigation Panel established a prima facie case of medical negligence and professional misconduct after reviewing the petition submitted on January …

The Senate of the Federal University, Dutse has approved the expulsion of 20 students for examination malpractices. The agency also expelled 15 other people from the village for the same reason. This was stated by the Director of Academic Affairs of the university, Nora Dannatta, in a statement issued by the Director of Public Affairs, Abdullahi Hahaha-Bello, Wednesday in Dutse. …

Residents and businesses located under high tension cables in Alagbado/Oke-Odo along the AIT road corridor in Lagos State have been informed of plans to demolish their buildings. This is as stated by the Lagos State Informal Space Management Authority (LASISMA) which will demolish these buildings. A statement from the Lagos State government on Tuesday, said officials of the Lagos State …

The world of traditional Yoruba textile art mourns the passing of grandmother Sikira Adunni Aladire, a revered master of the ADIRE craft, who passed away at the age of 90 on Monday, March 2, 2026, at her home in Ile Toki in Ayeye, Ibadan. She was buried the same day according to the Muslim rite. A statement signed by Alhaji …