Nasarawa State Permanent Secretary Kidnapped
Gunmen have kidnapped the permanent secretary of the Ministry of Information, Tourism and Culture, Barrister Yusuf Musa, at his Shinge residence in Lafia, the state capital. It was gathered that the gunmen trailed the permanent secretary and picked him up while he was about to open his gate into his house. “One of his neighbour […]
Awujale’s death, huge loss to Nigeria -AfDB president Adesina
The outgoing President of the African Development Bank, Akinwumi Adesina, has described the passing of the Awùjalẹ̀ of Ijẹbuland, Ọba Sikiru Kayọde Adetọna, as a monumental loss to Ogun State and Nigeria. The monarch joined his ancestors on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 91. His remains were laid to rest at his […]
Why Fulani militia killings escape global attention – Security expert
A notable security expert, Steven Kefas has in a detailed report and exclusive interview narrated to Arewa PUNCH given insightsinto why Fulani militias have emerged the deadliest terror group in Nigeria. Kefas who is deeply worried by the unabating killings going on in his region and the north as a whole backed up his investigations and […]
BREAKING: Buhari’s body leaves London for Nigeria
The remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari, on Tuesday morning, departed London, the United Kingdom, for Daura, Katsina State, ahead of a state burial. PUNCH Online reports that the body of the late president was conveyed on a Nigerian Air Force craft. Vice President Kashim Shettima is, leading a high-level Federal Government delegation to finalise […]
2027: Adeleke attacks Aregbesola over plan to oust gov
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Monday, took a swipe at the Interim National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, Rauf Aregbesola, saying the former governor left huge debt for his predecessors in office. Aregbesola, who was governor between November 27, 2010, and November 27, 2018, had enjoyed a cordial public relationship with Adeleke since […]
Kidnapped Chief Imam of Uromi regains freedom
The Police Command in Edo has announced the release of the Chief Imam of Uromi, Sheikh Moritada Obhakhoboh, from kidnappers’ captivity.CSP Moses Yamu, the command’s Public Relations Officer, in a statement released on Monday night, said that the release followed “intense and sustained pressure” on his abductors. Yamu said the cleric, who was kidnapped on […]
BREAKING: Presidential team arrives London to repatriate Buhari’s remains
The high-powered presidential delegation dispatched by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to oversee the repatriation of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari’s remains has arrived in London. The team, led by Vice President Kashim Shettima and supported by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, touched down in the United Kingdom on Monday morning. Their mission […]
Ogun Gov.mourns Buhari, says demise shocking, devastating
The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has expressed shock over the demise of former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari, saying the news left him devastated. The former President, who reportedly died while receiving treatment for an undisclosed illness in London, United Kingdom, on Sunday, had been ill for some time. Abiodun, in a statement issued […]
Former President, Muhammadu Buhari is dead
Former President, Muhammadu Buhari has been confirmed dead. The confirmation was posted by his former aide, Bashir Ahmad, and his spokesperson, Garba Shehu. Garba Shehu short statement reads:The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London.May Allah accept him […]
Buhari’s Passing: Tinubu dispatches Shettima to UK to accompany remains to Nigeria
Following news of the death of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, President Bola Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to travel to London to convey his remains back home. The President officially announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday. Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow and offered […]
