Month: July 2026
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Defence Minister Reveals Salary Hike for Soldiers and Addresses Misinformation Claims
Defence Minister Christopher Musa announced a salary increase for Nigerian soldiers to N100,000 and accused influencer Justice Crack of fabricating claims regarding poor military feeding conditions.
Wike: 70 percent of finished FCT projects were initiated 16 years ago
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike announced that 70 percent of the projects completed during his tenure were long-abandoned contracts from 16 years ago, following President Tinubu's directive to prioritize unfinished work.
Andy Burnham Poised for Premiership as Labour Leadership Nominations Begin
Andy Burnham moves toward the Labour leadership unopposed as formal nominations open, positioning him to become Prime Minister by late July.
Medical Personnel Strike at University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital Following Colleague’s Assault
Doctors at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital have paused services to protest the physical assault of a colleague by a grieving mother whose child passed away at the facility.
Iconic Husky-Voiced Singer Bonnie Tyler Passes Away at 75
Bonnie Tyler, the acclaimed singer known for her distinct voice and hits like Total Eclipse of the Heart, has died at age 75 following complications from surgery.
US Officials Identify 124 Nigerians Facing Deportation Over Criminal Records
The US Department of Homeland Security has publicly identified 124 Nigerian nationals targeted for deportation as part of a renewed effort to remove foreign citizens with criminal convictions.
Military operations in North-East lead to rescues, insurgent repels, and arrests
Operation HADIN KAI forces secured the release of two hostages, thwarted an ISWAP base attack, and captured several logistics suppliers across the North-East.
Nigerian Army and Forest Guards seize stolen livestock in Kebbi operation
Joint security forces in Kebbi State apprehended suspects and recovered stolen livestock during a routine patrol on the Kangiwa–Kamba Road.
Ebola Death Toll Reaches 600 in Democratic Republic of Congo
The Ebola death toll in the Democratic Republic of Congo has hit 600, with officials monitoring the spread of the rare Bundibugyo strain while testing new treatments.
Tehran calls in UK envoy over stabbing claims
Iran summoned the British ambassador to dispute claims that it orchestrated a knife attack on a London-based journalist after two men were jailed for the assault.