A coalition of civil society groups has issued a strong warning to Nigerian security agencies ahead of the planned June 12 demonstrations, urging authorities not to use force against peaceful protesters. In an open letter dated June 2, the National Coalition Against Mass Killings and Impunity cautioned the Nigeria Police Force, the Chief of Defence Staff, and other security bodies against any...

  At least 150 people have now been confirmed dead following devastating floods in Niger State, according to an update from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Saturday. The agency’s spokesperson, Ibrahim Husseini, revealed the significant jump from the earlier toll of 115, stating that additional bodies were recovered up to 10 kilometers away from Mokwa—the area...

In a concerning development, students in Oyo State are attending classes in roofless classrooms, highlighting a significant gap between allocated education funds and on-ground infrastructure. Despite billions of naira being earmarked for education, many schools in the state continue to operate under dilapidated conditions. Reports indicate that some classrooms lack basic facilities, with pupils...

The sudden passing of Ghanaian influencer and celebrity carpenter, Ama Endorsed, has left fans and the public in shock. Ama, who recently celebrated her 29th birthday, reportedly became severely ill shortly after the festivities. Social media platforms have been abuzz with speculation, with some suggesting that food poisoning from the birthday celebration might have been the cause of her...

In a remarkable act of bravery, John Okeke, a vigilant security officer, thwarted a kidnapping attempt by a native doctor named Ezeani in Enugu State, Nigeria. While inspecting his property, Okeke noticed suspicious individuals with a young girl whose mouth was covered. After narrowly escaping an attack, he sought help from various community members, including a priest and an elderly man, but...