The Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN) has rejected claims that it receives support from Iran to promote terrorism within Nigeria, describing the allegation as unfounded. The rebuttal followed remarks made by Michael Freeman, Israel’s Ambassador to Nigeria, who alleged that the Iranian government sponsors Islamic movements across Nigeria and other parts of West Africa as…

The Nigeria Police Force has announced a major expansion of its counter-terrorism operations, approving the establishment of new operational bases and the deployment of additional personnel to strengthen the country’s internal security architecture. The move forms part of a broader strategy aimed at enhancing the police force’s ability to respond swiftly to emerging security threats,…

The Federal Government has announced new measures aimed at strengthening standards within Nigeria’s education system, declaring that graduates from institutions not recognised by the National Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) will no longer be eligible for participation in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme. The development was disclosed by the Minister of Education,…

The Federal Government has approved a six-year moratorium on the establishment of new universities, polytechnics and colleges of education across the country. The decision was reached on Wednesday during a meeting of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Briefing State House correspondents after the…

U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that the longstanding relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom is “not like it used to be,” pointing to recent strategic disagreements between the two allies. Trump’s remarks follow reports that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer declined to permit the use of British military bases for potential…

The Benue State Government has officially commenced work on a 90-megawatt waste-to-energy project aimed at converting municipal and industrial solid waste into electricity and other usable by-products. The project, located at Atumba village in Guma Local Government Area, is positioned as a long-term intervention in both waste management and power generation within the state.…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced a significant adjustment to the timetable for the 2027 general elections, moving the Presidential and National Assembly polls to January 16, 2027. The decision marks a notable shift from the traditional February schedule typically observed in recent election cycles. According to the Commission, the revised date forms…

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has filed a N1 billion fundamental rights enforcement suit against the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and other respondents, alleging an unlawful invasion of his residence in Abuja. The suit, instituted at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja, seeks redress for what…

Absolutely. Here's the polished news piece with all links removed and formatted for publication: APC Likely to Retain Yilwatda, Basiru in Key Leadership Positions Ahead of National Convention The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is poised to retain Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda as National Chairman and Senator Ajibola Basiru as National Secretary at its forthcoming national…

Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has declared that access to electricity is not a privilege reserved for a few, but a fundamental right that must reach every community, as he unveiled a major electrification drive aimed at accelerating economic growth across the state. Speaking at the launch of the initiative, the governor announced the…