At least 12 Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters have been killed during “long-range offensive commando operations” by troops of Operation Hadin Kai in Borno State. The operation, backed by intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) of the air component command, was conducted from August 29 to 30, a source told The Nation at the…
Ekiti State’s Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, again on Monday said he will continue to prioritize the welfare and wellbeing of People with Disabilities by providing enabling environment for them to thrive irrespective of their circumstances. Governor Oyebanji, who made this commitment while unveiling the state’s first therapy Centre for Children with Disabilities built throughpartnership with…
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and his fourth wife, Olori Folashade, have welcomed their first child, a boy. Taking to social media on Tuesday, the Ooni posted a picture of him and the new mother, with the caption, “To God be the glory, great things he has done. “Hearty congratulations to the entire…
As the administration of Governor Godwin Obaseki drags to an end in Edo State, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested the Accountant General of Edo State, Julius Anelu, and two other government officials. The arrested officials were said to be in custody for alleged huge withdrawals from the State’s derivation account. The…
The 15th Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Bayero, has announced the cancellation of the Eid-el-Fitr Durbar celebration due to security concerns in the state. Emir Bayero made this announcement while briefing newsmen at his Nasarawa Mini Palace in Kano on Wednesday night. He said that the peaceful coexistence of the people takes precedence over the…
