Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Defence Chief Didn’t Blame Benue Communities For Attack, DHQ Clarifies. The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has clarified that Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, did not blame Benue communities for the recent deadly attacks in the state, contrary to media reports. The statement, issued on Tuesday, addressed misinterpretations of Musa’s remarks during a security briefing, where he reportedly discussed the complex dynamics of communal conflicts and banditry in Benue. The DHQ described the reports as “misleading and taken out of context.” According to the DHQ, General Musa had highlighted the need for collaboration between communities and security forces to…

NAFDAC Cracks Down On Illegal Skin-Bleaching Creams In Kano, Arrests Six. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has taken decisive action against the illegal sale of skin-bleaching creams in Kano, arresting six individuals and sealing multiple shops in the Sabon Gari market. The operation, conducted on Tuesday, 24 June 2025, follows weeks of surveillance prompted by public complaints on social media and a directive from NAFDAC’s Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye. Kano State Coordinator of NAFDAC, Kasim Ibrahim, revealed during a press briefing that the agency’s Investigation and Enforcement Directorate carried out the raid, targeting…

Lagos Launches Digital House Numbering System To Boost Urban Efficiency. In a significant step towards transforming Lagos into a smart city, the Lagos State Government has unveiled the Lagos Identifier Programme, a digital addressing system set to revolutionise house numbering and street naming across the state. The initiative, launched on Tuesday, 24 June 2025, will commence operations on 1 July in Ikeja Local Government, with plans for a state-wide rollout to follow. The programme, spearheaded by the Office of e-GIS and Urban Development, aims to enhance property identification, streamline service delivery, and bolster the state’s internally generated revenue (IGR).…

MultiChoice Nigeria Chairman And MD To Face Court Over Alleged Breach Of Consumer Protection Law. The Federal Government of Nigeria has scheduled the arraignment of MultiChoice Nigeria Limited’s Chairman, Adewunmi Ogunsanya, and Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, John Ugbe, alongside six other senior officials, for 7 October 2025. The charges, brought by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), allege violations of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCP Act) of 2018, stemming from the company’s recent subscription price hike and alleged non-compliance with regulatory investigations. The case, set to be heard before Justice James Omotosho at the…

APC Chieftain Calls For Vice President Shettima’s Resignation Amid Political Speculation. In a surprising turn of events, Mallam Salihu Isa Nataro, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has publicly urged Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima to consider resigning from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The call, made on Tuesday, stems from growing speculation regarding Shettima’s relevance within the government, particularly as political manoeuvring intensifies ahead of the 2027 general elections. Nataro, a former gubernatorial contender in Kebbi State, expressed admiration for Shettima’s contributions to the administration but suggested that a resignation could serve as a strategic…

Adamawa State Government Revokes Atiku Abubakar’s Waziri Title In New Policy Shift. In a surprising move, the Adamawa State Government, led by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has revoked the prestigious traditional title of Waziri Adamawa previously held by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The decision, announced on 24 June 2025, is part of a new policy mandating that all titleholders and council members within the state’s emirate councils must be indigenes of their respective chiefdoms. The Waziri Adamawa title, considered the second-highest authority after the Lamido of Adamawa, is a significant honour within the Adamawa Emirate Council. The state…

BREAKING: Nigerian Police Arrest 28 Suspects In Connection With Yelewata Massacre. The Inspector-General of Police, Mr Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the arrest of 28 individuals linked to the horrific massacre in Yelewata, Guma Local Government Area, Benue State, where an estimated 100–200 people were killed between 13 and 14 June 2025. The arrests follow a directive from President Bola Tinubu, issued during a stakeholders’ meeting on 18 June at the Benue State Government House. Expressing dismay that no arrests had been made initially, the President demanded the immediate apprehension of those responsible for the “heinous crime” and called for…

BREAKING NEWS: NYSC Extends Service Year Of Ms Rita Ushie “Raye” By Two Months. The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has extended the service year of Ms Rita Ushie Uguamaye—widely known as “Raye” on Instagram—by two months. The decision follows her viral criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration over the deteriorating economic situation in Nigeria, Sahara Reporters has confirmed. Ms Ushie, who serves in Lagos with NYSC, posted a tearful TikTok video under the handle @talktoraye, decrying soaring living costs, inflation, crippling transport fares, and poor utility services. In the clip, she described the President as “terrible” and lamented, “The money I…

Bandits Launch Deadly Attack On Zamfara Community, Killing Army Lieutenant And 15 Villagers. Zamfara, Nigeria – A devastating attack by suspected bandits on a community in Zamfara State has left a Nigerian Army lieutenant, several soldiers, and at least 15 villagers feared dead, according to reports from Sahara Reporters. The assault, which occurred on 23 June 2025, has intensified concerns over the escalating banditry crisis in Nigeria’s northwest region. The bandits, armed with sophisticated weapons, stormed the community in a violent raid, targeting both civilians and security forces. The Nigerian Army lieutenant, whose identity has not been disclosed, was…

Dunamis International Gospel Centre Halts Live Broadcasts, Urges Physical Church Attendance. In a significant shift, Dr. Paul Enenche, Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre (DIGC), has announced the immediate discontinuation of live broadcasts of church services, encouraging members to prioritise physical attendance. The decision, revealed during the Sunday service on 22 June 2025 at the church’s headquarters in Abuja, underscores the importance of in-person congregational worship, citing biblical principles. Speaking to the congregation at the Glory Dome, Dr. Enenche referenced Hebrews 10:25, which urges believers not to forsake “the assembling of ourselves together.” He emphasised that physical gatherings…

US Supreme Court Permits Trump Administration To Deport Migrants To Third Countries. The US Supreme Court has granted the Trump administration the authority to deport migrants to countries other than their own, overturning a federal judge’s ruling that required migrants to be given the opportunity to demonstrate a risk of torture before deportation. The decision, announced on Tuesday, clears the way for the administration to transfer men currently detained at a US military base in Djibouti to South Sudan. The ruling marks a significant victory for President Donald Trump’s immigration policy, allowing the administration to expedite deportations without the…

SDP Suspends National Chairman Gabam Amid Multi-Million Naira Financial Scandal. The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has suspended its National Chairman, Alhaji Shehu Musa Gabam, along with National Auditor Nze Nnadi Clarkson and National Youth Leader Uchechukwu Chukwuma, over allegations of gross financial misconduct involving hundreds of millions of naira. The National Working Committee (NWC) announced the immediate suspensions on Tuesday, following a high-level meeting where compelling evidence of unauthorised financial transactions was presented. In a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Araba Rufus Aiyenigba, the NWC accused the trio of embezzlement, misappropriation, and diversion of party funds,…