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First Serving Nigerian Air Force Professor Named

History made: AVM Ubadike named first serving Nigerian Air Force professor. NAF highlights research focus & goal of self-reliance.

Abuja – The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) appointed Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Osichinaka Ubadike as Professor of Aerospace Engineering. He is the first serving officer to receive this rank from the NAF. Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, NAF Director of Public Relations,…

Agatu Gives Herdsmen Deadline to Vacate Farmlands

Agatu LGA issues deadline for herdsmen to leave farms. Council grants 1-week extension after meeting. Get updates on the Agatu herdsmen deadline.

Agatu – Fulani herdsmen in Agatu Local Government Area (LGA) must leave all farmlands, following a directive from LGA Chairman James Melvin Ejeh. He announced the initial 48-hour deadline during a crucial stakeholders’ meeting on Saturday, April 26, 2025, held at…

Two Kwara LGA Officials Abducted While Travelling Home

Kwara LGA officials abducted Friday evening. Legal head Elizabeth Arinde & DPM Musbau Amuda taken near Eleyin. Family pleads for safe return.

Kwara State, Nigeria – Two local government officials from Kwara State were kidnapped Friday evening while travelling. The Kwara LGA officials abducted are Elizabeth Arinde, head of the legal department for Oke Ero LGA, and Musbau Amuda, director of personnel…

Kaduna Kidnapped Priest Released Unharmed

Kidnapped priest released Kaduna: Rev. Fr. Ibrahim Amos freed unharmed after abduction from Kurmin Risga. Diocese confirms release & thanks supporters.

Kaduna – Rev. Fr. Ibrahim Amos, a Catholic priest kidnapped last month, has been released unharmed. Kidnappers abducted him on April 24, 2024, from St. Gerald Quasi Parish in Kurmin Risga, Kaduna State. The Diocese of Kafanchan confirmed the news regarding…

Nigeria Israel Military Cooperation Strengthened

Nigeria confirms stronger Nigeria Israel military cooperation. Defence officials met Israeli envoy to discuss security ties, training, new agreement.

Abuja – Nigeria’s Ministry of Defence confirmed plans for stronger Nigeria Israel military cooperation. Permanent Secretary Ambassador Gabriel Aduda met Israeli Ambassador Michael Freeman to discuss defence ties, security plans, and military training. Key Areas of Nigeria Israel Military Cooperation Officials discussed joint…

Catholic Priest Kidnapped by Gunmen in Kaduna 

Gunmen abducted Catholic priest Rev. Fr. Ibrahim Amos early Thursday. The priest kidnapped in Kaduna was taken from his home in Kurmin Risga

Kaduna – Gunmen abducted Rev. Fr. Ibrahim Amos, a Catholic priest, from his residence in Kaduna State early Thursday morning, April 24, 2025. The priest kidnapped in Kaduna serves St. Gerald Quasi Parish in Kurmin Risga, Kauru Local Government Area. Abduction Shakes Community…

Tinubu Orders Security Overhaul Amid Attacks

Following deadly attacks, President Tinubu orders security overhaul. Meets security chiefs, declares "Enough is enough," seeks new strategy.

Abuja – President Bola Tinubu met with Nigeria’s security chiefs on Wednesday and ordered a complete security overhaul. This followed increasing violence across the nation. The meeting happened at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa after Tinubu returned from an 18-day trip abroad.…

Seven Killed in Kwara State Attack Incidents

Seven killed in Sunday Kwara State attack incidents. Gunmen hit Baruten & Kaiama LGAs. Suspect arrested, security increased. Learn more.

Ilorin – Kwara State faced a violent Sunday as gunmen killed seven people in two separate incidents across different communities on April 21, 2025. The deadly events included a targeted shooting and a clash with local vigilantes, marking a significant attack. Night…