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Zagazola Dismantles Masara Kim’s False “Jihadist Burial Attack” Narrative in Plateau

NewsDeskNgMay 10, 2026May 10, 20260

By: Zagazola Makama The latest international media appearance by Plateau-based activist, Masara Kim Usman, has once again exposed how misinformation, emotional propaganda and outright fabrication are being weaponised to inflame Plateau’s communal crisis and falsely portray it as an “Islamic jihadist war” against Christians. In his now-circulating interview, Masara claimed...

NSCDC Busts Interstate Car Theft Syndicate, Arrests Suspects Across Multiple States

NewsDeskNgMay 9, 2026May 9, 20260

NSCDC operatives have dismantled an interstate car-snatching syndicate and recovered stolen vehicles and dismantled automobile parts Operatives of the Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad (CG’SIS) of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps have dismantled a sophisticated interstate car-snatching syndicate allegedly responsible for stealing and trafficking vehicles across several states,...

Nigerian Army Reaffirms Technology-Driven Operations Against Terrorism, Insurgency

NewsDeskNgMay 9, 2026May 9, 20260

The Nigerian Army says it will deploy advanced technology, drone warfare and intelligence-driven operations to strengthen counterterrorism efforts nationwide. The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to leveraging technology to enhance operational effectiveness in the fight against terrorism, insurgency and other...

European Union Reaffirms Strategic Partnership With Nigeria, Backs Electoral Reforms Ahead Of 2027 Polls

NewsDeskNgMay 9, 2026May 9, 20260

The European Union has pledged deeper cooperation with Nigeria on trade, security, governance and electoral reforms ahead of 2027 elections. The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening strategic cooperation with Nigeria across trade, democratic governance, security and investment, while pledging continued support for reforms ahead of the country’s...

Chelsea End Six-Game Premier League Losing Streak With 1-1 Draw Against Liverpool At Anfield

NewsDeskNgMay 9, 2026May 9, 20260

Chelsea ended their six-match Premier League losing streak after battling Liverpool to a tense 1-1 draw at Anfield. Liverpool missed the chance to strengthen their grip on a top-four finish after being held to a 1-1 draw by Chelsea at Anfield, where frustrated supporters voiced their displeasure despite the Reds...

ADC Opposes Move To Reassign Nafiu Bala Gombe’s Suit Against David Mark-Led NWC

NewsDeskNgMay 9, 2026May 9, 20260

ADC has accused Nafiu Bala Gombe’s camp of attempting to influence the reassignment of its suit against the David Mark-led NWC. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is questioning the move by lawyers to Nafiu Bala Gombe seeking the reassignment and transfer of his suit against the David Mark-led National Working...

Julius Berger Wins Big, Maintains Dominance in West Africa’s Infrastructure Sector

NewsDeskNgMay 9, 2026May 9, 20260

For the second consecutive year, leading engineering and construction firm, Julius Berger Nigeria PLC, has emerged as the Best Construction and Infrastructure Company of the Year (West Africa). The award was presented on Thursday in Lagos. Organised by the West Africa Innovation Awards, the recognition saw Julius Berger outperform competitors...

ADC Leadership Crisis Deepens As Court Adjourns Mark Suit Sine Die, Party Alleges Judicial Manipulation

NewsDeskNgMay 9, 2026May 9, 20260

Court adjourns ADC leadership case indefinitely amid factional tensions, allegations of manipulation, defections, and 2027 presidential race buildup. The fate of the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC) appears to be hanging in the balance over the 2027 elections, as a Federal High Court (FHC) in Abuja on Friday , adjourned...

Rewane: Nigeria’s Growth Not Reflecting Prosperity As Citizens Grow Poorer

NewsDeskNgMay 9, 2026May 9, 20260

CEO of Financial Derivatives Company Rewane says Nigeria’s growth masks worsening living standards, rising debt, inflation, and declining household purchasing power. The Chief Executive Officer of Financial Derivatives Company Limited (FDC), Mr. Bismarck Rewane, has stated that Nigeria is experiencing growth without prosperity as citizens are getting poorer while the...

Air Peace Suspends Lagos–London Flight After Technical Fault, Deploys Replacement Aircraft

NewsDeskNgMay 9, 2026May 9, 20260

Air Peace delays London-bound flight after technical check detects fault, while affected passengers receive accommodation and assistance. Peace has announced a temporary disruption to its scheduled Lagos–London Gatwick service after a routine post-boarding technical check detected what the airline described as a minor aircraft fault. In a statement issued by...