Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Nigerian Navy Officer And Two Others Regain Freedom After Kidnapping Ordeal. A Nigerian Navy officer, Navy Lt. Cynthia Akor, who was kidnapped alongside two others in Abuja, has regained freedom following swift security intervention. The victims were abducted from their residence in the Mpape area of the Federal Capital Territory on Friday night by armed men. However, following coordinated efforts by security agencies, they were successfully rescued. Sources confirmed that the kidnappers had initially demanded a ransom of N100 million, sparking immediate concern among family members and security operatives. In response, the Federal Capital Territory Police Command and…

FAAC Reports Decline In VAT Revenue, Distributes N1.678 Trillion To Governments. The Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) has reported a decline in Value Added Tax (VAT) revenue for February 2025, with collections dropping by N117.430 billion, from N771.886 billion in January to N654.456 billion. This reduction, along with declines in Petroleum Profit Tax (PPT), Companies Income Tax (CIT), Excise Duty, Import Duty, and CET Levies, impacted the total revenue available for distribution to the three tiers of government. According to a communiqué issued at the conclusion of FAAC’s March 2025 meeting in Abuja, the gross statutory revenue shared totalled…

Shekarau Dismisses Opposition Coalition, Says Tinubu’s Re-election Is Unchallenged. Former Governor of Kano State, Ibrahim Shekarau, has dismissed the chances of any opposition coalition unseating President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general election. His remarks come just days after a coalition of opposition politicians, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, and Labour Party’s presidential candidate Peter Obi, criticised the Federal Government’s handling of the political crisis in Rivers State at a press conference in Abuja. In a statement released by his media aide, Dr Sule Yau, Shekarau…

Israel Strikes Hezbollah Targets In Lebanon Following Rocket Attack. Israel has launched air strikes on Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon after rockets were fired into Israeli territory, marking the first such attack since a ceasefire agreement was reached in November. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that he had ordered the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to “act forcefully against dozens of terror targets in Lebanon.” The IDF confirmed that three rockets were intercepted over the town of Metula on Saturday morning, with no reported injuries. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack. Concerns Over Escalation Lebanon’s Prime…

Boxing Legend George Foreman Dies At 76. American boxing icon George Foreman, renowned for his historic comeback to reclaim the heavyweight title at age 45 and his success as a product pitchman, passed away on Friday at the age of 76. “With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman Sr., who peacefully departed on March 21, 2025, surrounded by loved ones,” his family confirmed in an Instagram post. Foreman, known for his formidable punching power, first became heavyweight champion in 1973 after defeating Joe Frazier but lost the title a year later to…

Senator Ireti Kingibe Rejects Voice Vote On Rivers State Emergency Rule. Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory under the Labour Party, has strongly criticised the National Assembly’s approval of the recent emergency rule in Rivers State through a voice vote, describing it as unconstitutional and unacceptable. Kingibe argued that such a significant national decision requires a recorded vote, rather than the subjective “Aye” or “Nay” method. She pointed to Section 305 of Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution, which mandates a two-thirds majority for ratification of a state of emergency, insisting that due process was not followed. The Senate, while…

Super Eagles Dedicate Victory To Bereaved Stanley Nwabali. The Super Eagles have dedicated their crucial 2-0 victory over Rwanda in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers to goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, who has endured a difficult period following the loss of both parents in recent months. Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong led the tribute, acknowledging Nwabali’s resilience and commitment despite his personal grief. “On behalf of the team, we dedicate this victory to Stanley (Nwabali); he has been through a lot,” Ekong stated. “He has been an integral part of the team, and he was fantastic again today.” Nwabali delivered…

Prince William Reaffirms UK’s Commitment To NATO During Estonia Visit. Prince William has sent a strong message of support for NATO allies by visiting British troops stationed near the Russian border in Estonia. During his two-day trip, the Prince of Wales observed military training exercises, engaged with soldiers, and experienced frontline operations first-hand, reinforcing the UK’s commitment to regional security. Dressed in camouflage and a NATO-badged uniform, Prince William rode in a Challenger 2 tank and an armoured fighting vehicle at the Tapa military base—home to the largest British Army deployment overseas. His visit was part of Operation Cabrit,…

Heathrow Resumes Flights After Major Power Outage Disrupts Operations. Flights have begun landing again at Heathrow Airport following a day of severe disruption caused by a fire at a nearby electrical substation. However, at least nine flights scheduled for this morning have already been cancelled as the airport works to restore full operations. On Friday, thousands of passengers were left stranded after the fire brought Europe’s busiest airport to a standstill for most of the day. While some flights resumed late on Friday, Heathrow is aiming to restore a full service today. Counter-terrorism police are leading the investigation into…

Governor Adeleke Reimposes Curfew In Ifon And Ilobu Amid Renewed Clashes. Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has reinstated a 12-hour curfew in the crisis-hit communities of Ifon and Ilobu following a fresh outbreak of violence. The decision comes after renewed clashes between the two communities, prompting the state government to enforce stricter security measures. The State Commissioner for Information and Public Engagement, Kolapo Alimi, announced on Friday that the curfew would now be in effect from 6 pm to 6 am daily until further notice. This follows an earlier relaxation of restrictions after initial signs of normalcy, which have…

Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial Resumes With Unexpected Apology From Defence Team. The trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), resumed on Friday at the Federal High Court in Abuja, marked by an unexpected apology from his legal team. Kanu’s lead counsel, Chief Kanu Agabi (SAN), opened proceedings by apologising on behalf of his client. He admitted that Kanu had been angry for a long time and acknowledged that his past remarks, particularly against Justice Binta Nyako, were unjustified. The senior lawyer also extended apologies to the prosecution team, led by Adegboyega Awomolo (SAN),…

Security Forces Intensify Efforts To Rescue Abducted Passengers In Kogi. Security agencies in Kogi State have launched a large-scale search operation to rescue passengers kidnapped along the Obajana-Kabba highway. The Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) for Zone 8, Abubakar Zubairu, and the Kogi State Commissioner of Police (CP), Miller Dantawaye, confirmed that law enforcement is fully mobilised to track down the perpetrators and ensure the safe return of the victims. CP Dantawaye emphasised that the police are working tirelessly to locate the 18-seater bus taken along with its passengers. Leading armed officers to the attack sites on Friday,…