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There Was a Country… Learning from our past

There Was a Country… Learning from our past

Naija News • 16h ago

By BANJI OJEWALE In the distant past, you wouldn’t talk about Chinua Achebe without instant reference to his mountaintop novel, _Things Fall Apart._ He was inseparable from this literary creature that outstripped its creator. But Achebe was lucky: he was spared the tragedy of bringing forth a monster that would fatally prey on its Frankenstein god. Achebe’s ...

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Gunman kills two in Texas bar shooting, FBI probing ‘terrorism’ link

Gunman kills two in Texas bar shooting, FBI probing ‘terrorism’ link

World • 16h ago

Suspect fired from SUV, then got out of the vehicle and opened fire with a rifle before being killed by officers....

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Reflecting on El-Rufai’s obsession with Ribadu

Reflecting on El-Rufai’s obsession with Ribadu

Naija News • 16h ago

By MOHAMMED DAHIRU  A former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir el-Rufai has given the opposition a voice at a time when it seemed muted. But his gradual descent from interrogating policies to attacking personalities risks diminishing that role. In a recent interview with DCL Hausa, El-Rufai accused the NSA Nuhu Ribadu of allegedly directing security operatives...

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IGP Disu: Raising the bars beyond geopolitical sentiments

IGP Disu: Raising the bars beyond geopolitical sentiments

Naija News • 16h ago

By AISHA AGBEREBI  Nigeria’s security landscape is under immense pressure and the nation urgently requires a recalibrated, intelligence-driven and rapid response operations and strong community engagement. Saving lives, restoring public trust, and ensuring national stability, are the critical benchmarks for evaluating policing leadership and not merely the n...

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Deadly Texas bar shooting 'potentially act of terrorism', FBI says

Deadly Texas bar shooting 'potentially act of terrorism', FBI says

World • 16h ago

Two people were killed and 14 injured, with the suspected gunman, identified by some media outlets, also shot dead....

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Police sense, common sense and no sense, by Owei Lakemfa

Police sense, common sense and no sense, by Owei Lakemfa

Naija News • 16h ago

Finally, Mr  Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun exited  as the twenty second Inspector General of Police, IGP on February 24, 2026.  The  needless controversies that trailed his welcome exit, reminded me of what a policeman from Obalende Police Barracks, Lagos told  me when I was a boy.  He said his profession  was based on police sense which  is based […] The post ...

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How robust is the Iranian state system?

How robust is the Iranian state system?

World • 16h ago

Israeli-US strikes put Iran under its greatest pressure since 1979....

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Blasts heard in Kabul as Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict continues

Blasts heard in Kabul as Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict continues

World • 16h ago

Kabul reports a thwarted strike on Bagram air base as international calls for a ceasefire go unheeded....

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ABSU Change Of Degree Program /

ABSU Change Of Degree Program /

Education • 16h ago

Abia State University (ABSU), Uturu, a reputable Nigerian tertiary institution, has officially announced the commencement of the process for change of degree programs for the 2022/2023 academic session. This development is noteworthy for all regular students who might be interested in switching their current degree programs to another of their choice. ABSU C...

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There was no attempt to poison President Tinubu – Presidency

There was no attempt to poison President Tinubu – Presidency

Entertainment • 17h ago

The Presidency has dismissed reports claiming a member of the kitchen staff at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa was arrested for attempting to poison President Bola Tinubu. The denial was issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Sunday, March 1. Onanuga shared a circulating video showing scenes purportedly from [...

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Gov Fashola and MI live G+ Hangout

Gov Fashola and MI live G+ Hangout

Entertainment • 17h ago

Lagos State ambassador for Energy M.I Abaga  moderating as the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola, SAN, talks about energy conservation in his first ever Google+ Hangout. The post Gov Fashola and MI live G+ Hangout appeared first on tooXclusive ....

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OFFICIAL VERSION: Iyanya – Fever ft. DJ Arafat & Xcellente

OFFICIAL VERSION: Iyanya – Fever ft. DJ Arafat & Xcellente

Entertainment • 17h ago

Sometime last year, the unfinished version of this record surfaced online but right now we bring to you the finished and mastered version of Iyanya’s number titled Fever which features French speaking singer, DJ Arafat and Xcellente. Quite a nice way to end one slow month. Get your head sets and rock it below https://tooxclusive.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/0...

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Demmie Vee – You Go Wait? ft. Kizz Daniel (Prod. by Killertunes)

Demmie Vee – You Go Wait? ft. Kizz Daniel (Prod. by Killertunes)

Entertainment • 17h ago

FlyBoy Inc new signee, Demmie Vee releases his first official single under his new label FlyBoi titled You Go Wait? featuring the label boss ‘Kizz Daniel‘. Kizz Daniel have been raving about the talent of his new signee, Demmie Vee and about the fact that they both have a lot in stock to offer which […] The post Demmie Vee – You Go Wait? ft. Kizz Daniel (...

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Crisis in the Middle East: Police assures Nigerians of sustained security vigilance

Crisis in the Middle East: Police assures Nigerians of sustained security vigilance

Entertainment • 17h ago

The Inspector-General of Police, Ag. IGP Olatunji Disu, has reassured all Nigerians of the unwavering commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to the protection of lives, property, and national peace, in light of evolving geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and their potential global implications. A statement from the force spokesperson, ACP Benjamin Hund...

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Ex-Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Killed In US-Israeli Strikes

Ex-Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Killed In US-Israeli Strikes

Gossip • 17h ago

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, a hardline figure known for his confrontational rhetoric and role in Tehran’s nuclear defiance, was reportedly killed during Israeli airstrikes inside Iran on Saturday. According to media reports like Israeli outlet Ma’ariv quoted by NY Post, Ahmadinejad was under house arrest at the time and was killed in a targ...

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Another 1! Wunmi Mosaku Wins Best Supporting Actress for “Sinners” at the NAACP Image Awards

Another 1! Wunmi Mosaku Wins Best Supporting Actress for “Sinners” at the NAACP Image Awards

Entertainment • 17h ago

Is there anything Wunmi Mosaku can’t do? Our girl is officially on a roll, and honestly, we are just trying to keep up! Fresh off her historic win at the BAFTAs just last week, the British-Nigerian powerhouse has added another prestigious trophy to her cabinet, taking home Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture at […] The post Another 1! Wunmi Mosaku...

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FULL LIST: 11 easiest countries offering citizenship in 2026 for fast global mobility

FULL LIST: 11 easiest countries offering citizenship in 2026 for fast global mobility

Naija News • 17h ago

Interest in second passports is rising as more people explore options to live, work, or invest abroad. Beyond easing travel restrictions, dual citizenship can provide longer stays, broader mobility, and The post FULL LIST: 11 easiest countries offering citizenship in 2026 for fast global mobility appeared first on The Nation Newspaper ....

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Trump vows to continue attacks on Iran, says more US troops ‘likely’ to die

Trump vows to continue attacks on Iran, says more US troops ‘likely’ to die

World • 17h ago

US president says attacks will continue until 'all objectives' are met, despite earlier floating diplomatic off-ramps....

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Police to probe King Mitchy’s ‘attempted suicide’ after disturbing videos

Police to probe King Mitchy’s ‘attempted suicide’ after disturbing videos

Entertainment • 17h ago

The Nigerian police have signalled its intention to investigate the circumstances surrounding influencer King Mitchy, who has been seen in two separate live videos attempting to ingest harmful substances. The case was brought to the attention of the authorities by Muyiwa Adejobi, the former Nigerian police spokesperson, who tagged his successor Benjamin Hund...

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Photos: Tabitha Brown Glows in Nigerian Label Desirée Iyama at the 57th NAACP Image Awards

Photos: Tabitha Brown Glows in Nigerian Label Desirée Iyama at the 57th NAACP Image Awards

Entertainment • 17h ago

If there is one thing Tabitha Brown is going to do, she is going to bring the sunshine. The beloved actress graced the red carpet for the 57th NAACP Image Awards in Pasadena, bringing a welcome burst of colour to the event. Looking every bit the breakthrough star—nominated this year for her role in Unexpected […] The post Photos: Tabitha Brown Glows in Ni...

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