Relief and celebration have swept through Ngoshe community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State following the release of 416 women and children who were abducted by Boko Haram terrorists earlier this year. The victims were kidnapped during a deadly attack on Ngoshe, a border community near Cameroon, where insurgents stormed the area and…
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has successfully rescued Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, the younger sister of former Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, along with her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, following a coordinated operation in Oyo State. According to reports by ARISE TV, police operatives carried out the rescue on Saturday evening…
The Anambra State Government has arraigned eight clergymen over allegations of conducting staged miracles and exploiting members of the public through deceptive religious practices. According to the authorities, the defendants are accused of allegedly paying individuals to participate in arranged miracle performances during church services. Prosecutors claim that these activities were designed to create the…
More than a decade ago, Nollywood actor Jide Awobona launched an initiative called Complex Free, a project dedicated to empowering secondary school students by building their confidence, instilling responsibility, and helping them stay focused on their educational and career goals. After years of being on hold, that vision has returned with renewed purpose and a fresh…
The Ogun State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in its ongoing fight against crime following the arrest of two suspects in Ijebu-Ode who have now been linked to a kidnapping and murder case in neighbouring Edo State. The suspects were apprehended in the Atiba area of Ijebu-Ode by personnel of the Nigeria Forest…
The fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran is facing renewed pressure after both nations carried out military actions against each other, raising concerns that the conflict could spiral once again. The US military announced that it had intercepted and destroyed four Iranian drones that were reportedly heading toward the Strait of Hormuz. According…
Tension gripped Oka Akoko in Ondo State after a group of suspected Fulani bandits, reportedly armed with AK-47 rifles, were apprehended by indigenous hunters in the community. According to eyewitness accounts, the suspects were rounded up during a coordinated operation by local hunters who had been monitoring their activities in the area. The arrest quickly…
Governor Seyi Makinde has announced a statewide restriction on the operations of commercial motorcycles, popularly known as Okada, between the hours of 10:30 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. The directive, which takes immediate effect, is part of the state government’s efforts to strengthen security, reduce criminal activities, and enhance public safety across Oyo State. According to the…
Taylor Swift and Disney have unveiled the official music video for Swift’s new Toy Story 5 track, “I Knew It, I Knew You.” Released on Friday, the video combines nostalgic scenes from the first four Toy Story films, featuring beloved characters such as Woody, Jessie, and the rest of the toy gang, while Swift’s heartfelt country-inspired song plays throughout. Fans can…
Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s proposal for direct talks aimed at ending the war, saying he currently sees no reason for a face-to-face meeting. Zelensky had appealed publicly for negotiations in an open letter released on Thursday, arguing that it was wrong to simply wait for international attention—particularly from the…
