ADC Slams Kaduna Police Over Attack on Party Members
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Kaduna State Police Command of attempting to criminalise legitimate political activity after violent attacks disrupted the party’s inauguration in Kaduna.
In a statement signed by…
Katsina Police Arrest Suspected Arms Traffickers
Police in Katsina State have arrested suspected arms traffickers in Ingawa Local Government Area as they attempted to move weapons to Safana.
Our correspondent gathered that the suspects were intercepted during a security operation and…
Finnish Court Jails Simon Ekpa Six Years for Terrorism, Fraud
A Finnish court has sentenced Simon Ekpa, the self-styled Prime Minister of Biafra, to six years in prison for terrorism offences and tax fraud.
The Päijät-Häme District Court ruled that between August 2021 and November 2024, Ekpa…
Twelve Drown in Zamfara River as Residents Flee Rampaging Bandits
At least 12 people have lost their lives in a canoe mishap in Danmaga village, Gummi Local Government Area of Zamfara State, the police have confirmed.
Our correspondent gathered from security analyst Zagazola Makama that the incident…
Ukraine Targets Russian Fuel Facility as Moscow Claims Advances
On day 1,283 of Russia’s war on Ukraine, both sides reported fresh developments across the battlefield, with Kyiv targeting energy infrastructure inside Russia and Moscow claiming territorial gains.
TIMES OF NIGERIA gathered from Al…
Trump Administration Revokes Visas for Palestinian Delegates Ahead of UNGA
The administration of US President Donald Trump has announced a decision to deny and revoke visas for members of the Palestinian Authority (PA) and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) ahead of the United Nations General Assembly…
Doubts Emerge Over Reported Death of Boko Haram Commander ‘Bakoura Doro’
Fresh doubts have emerged over the alleged death of Boko Haram commander Ibrahim Mahamadou, better known as “Bakoura Doro,” following Niger’s claims that he was killed in an operation supported by Moroccan intelligence.
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Katsina Leaders and Fulani Groups Sign Historic Peace Accord to End Banditry
A new peace agreement between Fulani leaders and residents of Kurfi Local Government Area in Katsina State has sparked hope of ending years of bloodshed, kidnappings, and reprisals that have ravaged the farming community.
TIMES OF…
Thunderstorms and Rains Forecast Across Nigeria for Saturday, NiMet Warns
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather forecast for Saturday, 30th August 2025, predicting thunderstorms, moderate rains, and cloudy conditions across different regions of the country.
TIMES OF NIGERIA gathered…
Petition Demands Removal of Jigawa INEC Commissioner over Alleged Partisanship
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has received a petition demanding the immediate removal of Jigawa State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Prof. Muhammad Lawal Bashar, and three electoral officers over alleged…