Troops Kill Three Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Abducted Man in Edo
Security operatives have killed three suspected kidnappers and rescued an abducted man, Michael Akano, during a joint operation in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State.
General news.
A survivor of the abduction of 20 prospective NYSC members in Imo State has recounted how their captors beat them, monitored their calls to relatives and forced them to survive on dry garri and muddy water during seven days in captivity.
Security operatives have killed three suspected kidnappers and rescued an abducted man, Michael Akano, during a joint operation in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State.
The APC Presidential Campaign Council’s Director of Women Mobilisation, Betta Edu, says the party will focus on President Bola Tinubu’s record, economic reforms and development programmes as it mobilises grassroots support for his re-election in 2027.
Afri Invoice has introduced four subscription plans designed to help businesses manage digital invoicing, payment records and tax-related processes as Nigeria advances its electronic invoicing system.
The World Bank has expressed interest in considering Katsina State’s Community Development Programme as a model for community-driven development in other parts of Nigeria.
More than 1,000 Islamic clerics have urged President Bola Tinubu to abandon his 2027 re-election bid, citing economic hardship, insecurity, unemployment and other national challenges.
The Cross River Government has given the PDP 48 hours to retract an alleged false report concerning Governor Bassey Otu and apologise, warning of possible legal action.
NDPHC is expanding dedicated electricity supply to businesses through its Eligible Customer Programme, while the restoration of 450MW at the Alaoji Power Plant is expected to strengthen power availability.
The Federal Nigeria Society for the Blind has appealed for support to provide rehabilitation, education and vocational training for visually impaired Nigerians.
A passenger died after becoming unresponsive shortly before a Kenya Airways flight from Nairobi landed in Lagos, with medical personnel confirming the death after landing.
Nigerian troops have repelled a coordinated ISWAP attack on a military position in Kukawa, Borno, killing more than 25 terrorists and recovering weapons and ammunition.
Development expert Dada Ale has called for legislation and stronger institutional measures to tackle recurring flooding in Ekiti State, including annual dredging of waterways and enforcement of urban planning regulations.
Ghana’s Cabinet has approved plans for the country to formally apply to join BRICS, with the government seeking to diversify its economic partnerships and deepen cooperation with the Global South.
PRP presidential candidate Donald Duke says he will target a petrol price of about N300 per litre by pricing crude for domestic consumption at production cost.
Delta State Internal Revenue Service has warned taxpayers against fake tax notices and unauthorised revenue collectors, urging them to verify payment demands and use only approved channels.