Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

NDLEA Auctions Seized Properties To Dismantle Drug Cartel Networks. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has auctioned properties and assets seized from convicted drug traffickers, with the total value running into millions of naira. Speaking at the auction in Abuja on Tuesday, NDLEA Chairman, retired Brigadier General Buba Marwa, assured the public of a fair and transparent process. He emphasised that the exercise was designed to dismantle the financial networks of drug cartels and serve as a deterrent to illicit activities. Marwa noted that in the past, convicted traffickers would return to their assets after serving jail…

Miyetti Allah President Abdullahi Bello Bodejo Released After Two Months In Detention. The President of the Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, Alhaji Abdullahi Bello Bodejo, has been released after spending over two months in detention. His release was confirmed on Tuesday by the organisation’s Publicity Secretary, Mallam Suleiman Tasiu, in a Facebook post. Bodejo regained his freedom following a ruling by the Federal High Court in Abuja, which cleared him of any wrongdoing in connection with the assault on a retired senior military officer in December 2024. The court ordered his immediate release, bringing an end to the legal…

Two Internet Fraudsters Jailed In Abuja. Two suspected internet fraudsters, Godwin Christopher and Temitope Ature Mario, have been sentenced to one year in prison by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, Maitama. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) spokesman, Dele Oyewale, confirmed in a statement on Tuesday night that Justice M.Y. Halilu convicted the pair after they pleaded guilty to separate one-count charges of internet fraud. Christopher was found guilty of attempting to cheat by personation after creating a fake Facebook account under the name Annita Scott, pretending to be an American from Atlanta, Georgia. His…

Notorious Kidnapper Killed In Failed Rescue Attempt In Kaduna State. A notorious kidnapper, Salisu Mohammed, widely known by his alias Dogo Saleh, has been killed in Kwassau Forest, located in the Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The incident occurred during a failed rescue operation mounted by armed bandits, marking a significant breakthrough in the ongoing battle against criminality in the region. The confrontation unfolded late on 4 March 2025, when security operatives launched an operation aimed at capturing another infamous bandit leader, Abdu Musa, alias Kanabaro, known for terrorising travellers along the Abuja-Kaduna Highway. However, as the…

Tyrone Mings Leads Aston Villa To Redemption In European Triumph. Tyrone Mings put his past mistakes behind him as Aston Villa secured a commanding 3-1 victory over Club Brugge in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie. The England defender, who conceded a costly penalty against the Belgian side in the group stage, delivered a stellar performance to help Villa take a significant step towards the quarter-finals. A Night of Redemption Mings’ previous error had been brutally criticised by manager Unai Emery, who called it “the biggest mistake I have witnessed in my career”. However, the defender…

Donald Trump Takes Victory Lap In First Congressional Address Of Second Term. Six weeks into his second presidency, Donald Trump addressed a Republican-controlled US Capitol, delivering a speech filled with self-praise, policy updates, and political jabs. “We have accomplished more in 43 days than most administrations did in four or eight years, and we are just getting started,” Trump declared to a joint session of Congress. In his usual flamboyant style, he claimed that many considered his presidency the most successful start in US history, pointing to a resurgence in national pride and confidence. Boasting Achievements and Policy…

LeBron James Makes NBA History With 50,000 Career Points. LeBron James has become the first player in NBA history to surpass 50,000 combined points, achieving the milestone during the Los Angeles Lakers’ 136-115 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. The 40-year-old basketball icon reached the historic mark early in the first quarter, receiving a pass from Luka Dončić before sinking a stunning 25-foot three-pointer. James, who is already the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, finished the game with 34 points, taking his career total to 60,149—6,000 more than second-placed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. His total includes a record 41,871 regular-season…

Arsenal Thrash PSV Eindhoven To Set Champions League Record . Arsenal delivered a stunning performance in Eindhoven, dismantling PSV with a 7-1 victory to set a new Champions League record for the biggest away win in the knockout stages. Mikel Arteta’s side, struggling to find the net in recent matches, rediscovered their attacking prowess in emphatic fashion. The result marks their highest-scoring game since a 7-3 win over Newcastle in the Premier League 13 years ago. Despite the historic win, Arteta remained measured, stating that while the achievement was significant, the team’s focus remained on progressing in the…

Former Immigration Boss David Parradang Killed By Gunmen In Abuja. A former Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), David Parradang, was tragically killed by gunmen in Abuja on Tuesday. Parradang, who served in the NIS for over 30 years, held various key positions across the country before rising to the rank of Comptroller-General. According to reports by counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama, the incident occurred in the Area 1 axis of Abuja in the early hours of the day. The assailants allegedly trailed Parradang from a bank where he had made a withdrawal, robbed him of the cash,…

“You Can Go—Not With My Soldiers.” Italy’s Prime Minister Meloni Rejects Troop Deployment To Ukraine. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has firmly rejected proposals from France and the United Kingdom to deploy Italian troops to Ukraine as part of EU peacekeeping initiative, citing concerns over the effectiveness and feasibility of such a move. In a series of public appearances and interviews, Meloni made her stance clear, delivering a resolute message: “You can go—not with my soldiers.” The decision, which has sparked widespread discussion, underscores Italy’s cautious approach to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Meloni expressed doubts about the practicality of…

Tinubu Appoints Ogunjimi As New Accountant General Of The Federation. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Shamsedeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the new Accountant General of the Federation (AGoF). His appointment will take effect from 7 March 2025, the same day the outgoing Accountant General, Oluwatoyin Madehin, is set to retire. The announcement was made in a statement by Tinubu’s media aide, Bayo Onanuga, who revealed that Ogunjimi was selected following a rigorous and merit-based recruitment process. “Ogunjimi, 57, was initially named as Madehin’s successor in December last year,” Onanuga stated. “A selection committee later confirmed him…

Super Eagles Coach Chelle Names Provisional Squad For Crucial World Cup Qualifiers New Head coach of the Super Eagles, Éric Sékou Chelle, has unveiled a provisional squad of 39 players ahead of Nigeria’s vital 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe later this month. The squad includes goalkeepers Stanley Nwabali and Adeleye Adebayo, defenders William Ekong, Calvin Bassey and Olaoluwa Aina, midfielders Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi, as well as forwards Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen and Simon Moses. Also making the list are goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, defenders Bruno Onyemaechi and Zaidu Sanusi, midfielders Frank Onyeka…