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Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, and Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have dismantled a notorious bandit camp, killing a suspected bandit in Angwan Bala, Kambari village, Karim Lamido Local Government Area, Taraba State. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, 2025, followed military intelligence gathering. Acting on credible intelligence about the movement of suspected bandits, troops conducted a fighting patrol to the identified hideout. Upon sighting the patrol team, the bandits opened fire, prompting an immediate and overwhelming response from the troops. In the ensuing firefight, one bandit was killed, while 23 others, including 19 males and four females, surrendered without further resistance. This information was contained in a statement by the Acting Assistant Director of 6 Brigade Army Public Relations, Captain Olubodunde Oni. Captain Oni stated that a comprehensive search of the camp led to the recovery of a significant cache of arms and ammunition, including fou...

Legendary Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has sparked curiosity and concern among fans after a viral video showed him being pushed in a wheelchair at an airport. The video, shared on Sunday, February 2, by TikTok user @fearless.commando1, quickly ignited discussions—not just about the veteran actor’s presence but also an amusing mix-up. In the footage, the user, seemingly a fan, appeared to mistake Pete for his son, actor Yul Edochie, as he was wheeled through the airport. Initially, the fan assumed that the iconic Pete Edochie relied on a wheelchair due to his old age, thinking he had mobility issues. However, the real surprise came moments later when Pete effortlessly stood up and walked a short distance to his parked car, leaving both the fan and netizens stunned. This unexpected moment quickly sparked a wave of reactions online, with fans expressing both relief and confusion. Many attributed his use of the wheelchair to the effects of aging, especially considering the exhaustion and c...

Renowned Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has responded to the screenshots of her private chats with popular singer Naira Marley, which have been circulating online. Recall that Naira Marley and Iyabo Ojo had a public clash following the controversial death of the late singer Mohbad (Ilerioluwa Aloba) on September 12, 2023. Many accused Naira Marley, the head of Marlian Music, of being involved in the singer's struggles and possible demise. Iyabo Ojo actively sought justice for Mohbad, vocally accusing Naira Marley and Sam Larry of playing a role in the singer's ordeal. She participated in protests, granted interviews, and consistently called out Naira Marley on social media. However, Naira Marley took to his Instagram stories today to leak old chats between himself and Iyabo Ojo from 2021 and 2022. In the chats, Iyabo Ojo invited Naira Marley to some of her events, including her late mother's remembrance party. Another chat showed the actress requesting Naira Marley's assis...

Professor Idris Mohammed Bugaje, the Executive Secretary of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), has urged the federal government to consider Eastern development strategies for Nigeria's growth and rediscovery. Professor Bugaje made this statement in Kaduna on Monday while inaugurating a workshop aimed at developing National Occupational Standards and National Skills Qualification for 25 occupational areas. The six-day workshop, organized by the NBTE in collaboration with the Innovation Development and Effectiveness in the Acquisition of Skills (IDEAS) Project, brought together experts from the technology industry to develop these standards. During the workshop, Professor Bugaje emphasized the importance of repositioning Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Nigeria for national improvement. While commending the Minister of Education’s initiative to rebrand all Federal Science and Technical Colleges, the NBTE Executive Secretary suggested that Nige...

A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Kuje has ordered the remand of Usman Yusuf, former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), in Kuje prison pending the determination of his bail application. Justice Chinyere Nwecheonwu issued the order on Monday after Yusuf was arraigned and pleaded not guilty to a five-count charge of fraud brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Following his plea, Yusuf's lawyer, O.I Habeeb, requested that his client remain in the custody of the EFCC (from where he was brought to court) pending the hearing and determination of his bail application. However, Justice Nwecheonwu rejected this request, stating that the defendant could not be kept in EFCC custody after his arraignment. She subsequently ordered that Yusuf be remanded in Kuje prison and adjourned the case until February 12 for the hearing of the bail application. The EFCC has accused Yusuf of allegedly using his positi...

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has extended his congratulations to Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, for her remarkable triumph in the Best African Music Performance category at the 67th Grammy Awards on Sunday. In a heartfelt post on X.com on Monday, Sanwo-Olu attributed Tems' victory to her exceptional talent and unwavering dedication. He wrote, “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Temilade Openiyi #temsbaby, for winning the Best African Music Performance at the 2025 Grammy Awards with her song ‘Love Me JeJe.’ “This historic achievement marks her as the first Nigerian artist to win in this category, showcasing her exceptional talent and dedication.” The governor also took the opportunity to praise other Nigerian nominees for their efforts in elevating Nigeria’s presence on the global stage. “I also commend our other Nigerian nominees, Burna Boy, Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, and Davido- for their outstanding contributions to music. Your arti...

President Cyril Ramaphosa refuted claims made by Donald Trump on Monday, asserting that South Africa is not "confiscating" land. He expressed his willingness to explain his government's land reform policy to his US counterpart. Trump's remarks seemed to reference a land expropriation act signed by Ramaphosa last month, which allows the government, under certain conditions, to offer "nil compensation" for property seized in the public interest. Land ownership remains a contentious issue in South Africa, with the majority of farmland still owned by white individuals three decades after the end of apartheid. Efforts to address this inequality have faced criticism from conservatives, including South Africa-born Elon Musk, the world's wealthiest person and a key Trump adviser. "The South African government has not confiscated any land," Ramaphosa stated in response to Trump's accusations, which included claims of the government "treating ce...

The Pakistani Taliban has claimed responsibility for killing a police officer on Monday. The officer was en route to protect polio vaccinators on the first day of a nationwide immunization campaign, following a year of increased polio cases. The officer, who was traveling in the Jamrud town area of northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, was shot dead by two motorcycle riders, according to local police official Zarmat Khan. The officer died instantly at the scene. Pakistan and neighboring Afghanistan are the only countries where polio remains endemic, and militants have long targeted vaccination teams and their security escorts. The Pakistani Taliban stated they carried out the "targeted attack" and claimed to have seized the officer's weapon. In 2024, Pakistan reported at least 73 polio infections, up from just six cases in 2023. The vaccination campaign, which began on Monday, is the first of the year and will last for a week. Despite the incident, the polio vaccinati...

The offensive is the latest devastating blow to a region where an estimated six million people have died over three decades due to conflict. Burundi's president has warned that the escalating conflict in eastern DR Congo could spark a regional war. The Rwanda-backed M23 group has taken control of Goma, the main city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, and is advancing southward. The offensive is the latest devastating blow to a region where an estimated six million people have died over three decades due to conflict. "If eastern Congo does not have peace, the region has no peace," President Evariste Ndayishimiye warned in remarks posted on social media Saturday. "If it continues like this, war risks becoming widespread in the region," he said, adding: "If Rwanda continues to make conquests… I know that war will even arrive in Burundi." His remarks came as the M23 pushed south, towards the city of Kavumu in South Kivu. The city has a strategic mili...