Police Arrest Father For Chaining Son For 17 Years in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 72‑year‑old man for allegedly chaining his 40‑year‑old biological son for 17 years in Shadawanka Village, on the outskirts of Bauchi Local Government Area.
Akwa Ibom NAWOJ Urge NASS To Support Special Seats Bill

The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) in Akwa Ibom State, has begun to lobby National Assembly members from the state to vote in favour of the Special Seats Bill, when it comes before the floor of the House.
Soldiers Repulse ISWAP, Boko Haram Attacks In Borno State

Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation HADIN KAI, have repelled coordinated attacks by suspected Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters in Pulka and Mandaragirau communities of Borno State.
Troops Kill Two Terrorists, Recover AK-47 In Ondo State

Troops of the 32 Artillery Brigade have neutralised two suspected armed terrorists and recovered weapons during a tactical operation in Ondo State.
World Radio Day 2026: Radio And Artificial Intelligence

Today, Friday, 13 February 2026, the world joins in celebrating World Radio Day. From bustling cities to quiet villages, broadcasters, journalists, and listeners are recognising radio as the voice that informs, entertains, and connects us all.
Bugaje Alleges Electoral Act Changes Aimed at Giving Unfair Edge

An Islamic scholar and political activist, Usman Bugaje, has alleged that moves to block mandatory electronic transmission of election results, are aimed at preparing the ground for rigging and giving undue advantage to certain political actors.
FAAN Reduces Cargo Charge At Lagos Airport To N15/kg

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has revised the cargo port charge at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, to N15 per kilogram, following discussions with cargo handling stakeholders.
COAS Approves Special Forces Immediate Deployment To Plateau

The Chief of Army Staff, Waidi Shaibu, has approved the immediate deployment of the Chief of Army Staff Intervention Battalion of special forces to Plateau State.
CBN, NCC Propose Suspension Of Airtime, Data Sale During Network Outages

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have proposed measures to curb failed airtime and data purchase transactions, including instant reversals, real-time transaction tracking, and mandatory suspension of transactions during network downtimes.
Bala Mohammed Sacks Commissioner For Internal Security

The Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, has relieved the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Ibrahim Gambo Galadima, of his appointment as a member of the State Executive Council.