Iran war: Turkish President decries civilian suffering, calls for ceasefire
Turkish President Recep Erdogan has expressed deep sorrow over the civilian suffering in Iran, adding that Türkiye will step up its diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire to help bring peace. “We share the pain of the Iranian people. We are deeply saddened to witness this suffering, where it is the civilians, innocent children who […]
Two men remanded for allegedly stealing vehicle parts worth N2.1m
An Ikorodu Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday remanded two men, Sogo Egbebi and Husamotu Jubril, in a correctional centre for allegedly stealing vehicle parts valued at N2.1 million. Egbebi, 19, and Jubril, 30, whose addresses were not provided, pleaded guilty to a two-count charge of conspiracy and stealing. The Magistrate, Mr O.A. Ogbe, ordered that […]
FRSC to strengthen discipline, professionalism among personnel
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says it has initiated internal reforms to strengthen discipline and professionalism among its personnel. The FRSC Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed, made this known in a one day sensitisation programme on “Discipline, Reinforcement and Strengthening of Command and Control” in field commands, in Dutse on Tuesday. Mohammed, represented […]
Police Council endorses Disu as IG
*Tinubu to swear him in on Wednesday The Nigeria Police Council has ratified the appointment of Olatunji Rilwan Disu as the Inspector-General of Police, paving the way for his swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday. The ceremony will take place during the Federal Executive Council meeting, scheduled for the same day. The Council’s […]
Tinubu greets Gbajabiamila’s mother at 96
President Bola Tinubu has sent a message of congratulations to Alhaja Lateefat Olufunke Gbajabiamila, renowned community leader, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, on her 96th birthday. Alhaja Gbajabiamila is the the president’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila. He extolled her resilience, industry, and remarkable life dedicated to the service of God and humanity. The President acknowledged […]
Trump says conflict with Iran could run four weeks
U.S. President Donald Trump says the current armed conflict with Iran could run four weeks. “From the outset, it was assumed that it would take about four weeks,” Trump said in a telephone interview with the British newspaper Daily Mail on Sunday. “It’s a big country; it’ll take four weeks – or less,” the […]
Thailand suspends oil exports amid Middle East tensions
Thailand’s Minister of Energy Auttapol Rerkpiboon announced that the ministry has ordered an immediate suspension of oil exports in response to Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz. According to the announcement on Monday, an emergency energy monitoring center has been established to closely track developments in the Middle East and assess potential impacts. […]
Kuwait says several U.S. warplanes crash, crews in stable condition
Several U.S. warplanes crashed on Monday morning, and all crew members survived, the Kuwaiti Ministry of Defence said in a statement posted on X. “Several U.S. warplanes crashed this morning, and all crew members survived,” the ministry’s official military spokesperson said, adding that the incident occurred earlier in the day without specifying the location […]
Man, 26, docked over alleged breach of peace
A 26-year-old man, Michael Ojadeni, on Monday appeared before an Ota Magistrates’ Court in Ogun, over alleged breach of peace. Ojadeni, whose address was not provided, is facing a charge of breach of peace, to which he pleaded not guilty. The Prosecutor, ASP E.O. Adaraloye, told the court that the defendant committed the offence […]
Alaafin vs Ooni: Sheath your swords, protect Yoruba race, ex-Nigerite Chairman urges
A former Chairman of Nigerite Ltd., Prof. Yemi Oladimeji, has urged Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem, and Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, to work together to protect the Yoruba race. In a statement on Monday in Osogbo, Oladimeji also appealed to both traditional rulers “to sheath swords and abandon egoistical interests”. According […]
