Police disrupt interstate car theft ring in Enugu, recover trucks stolen in Aba, Lagos

The Enugu State Police Command has disrupted an interstate vehicle theft syndicate and recovered two Mack trucks and a Toyota Highlander Jeep stolen in Abia and Lagos states. The police said operatives attached to the Emene Police Division recovered the two Mack trucks on December 22, 2025, following credible intelligence on truck theft. The trucks—a … [Read more…]

Citing Global Tensions, Gov Mbah Tasks Enugu MDAs on N870bn IGR Target

Gov. Peter Mbah of Enugu State

…Promises Renewed Vigour Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has tasked the various Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the state government to meet the N870 billion target projected in the state’s 2026 budget, citing the unpredictability of external revenue sources like the Federal Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) allocation, given the prevailing geo-political tensions … [Read more…]

Troops dismantle suicide bombing network, intercept terrorists’ logistics in Adamawa

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have dismantled a suspected suicide bombing network and intercepted logistics believed to be meant for terrorists during separate operations in Adamawa state. The military said the operations were part of intensified cordon-and-search efforts targeting those behind the Gamboru Market Mosque suicide bombing. According to the Joint Task Force (North East), … [Read more…]

Airforce, JTF kill 23 bandits in Kano 

Troops of the Joint Task Force, supported by the Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma, have killed no fewer than 23 bandits who were fleeing Kano State after launching deadly attacks on Shanono and Tsanyawa Local Government Areas. The Nigerian Army said the bandits carried out the attacks on Thursday night, with the violence stretching … [Read more…]

New Year: Enugu PWDs Commission Commends Mbah, Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusion in 2026

Gov. Peter Mbah of Enugu State

The Enugu State Persons with Disabilities Commission has commended Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah for what it described as his inclusive and visionary leadership, as it extended New Year greetings to the state government and people of Enugu. In a statement signed and issued on behalf of the chairman, governing board, management, and staff of the … [Read more…]

EFCC Dismisses Gov Bala Mohammed’s ‘Wild Claims’

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has dismissed claims by the Bauchi state government led by Governor Bala Mohammed, that the commission was engaging in politically motivated persecution, abuse of prosecutorial powers and actions capable of endangering public safety, following the arrest, detention and prosecution of senior officials of the state government. In a … [Read more…]

Nkanu West Chairman Unveils ₦8.2bn ‘Budget of Sustainability’ for 2026

Hon John Chukwuma Ogbodo; Executive Chairman, Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State

Hon. Chukwuma Ogbodo, Chairman of Nkanu West Local Government Area in Enugu State, has presented a ₦8.2 billion budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year to the legislative council of the local government. The proposal, tagged “Budget of Sustainability,” was laid before lawmakers on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Ogbodo said the focus of the 2026 … [Read more…]

Bauchi Govt Alleges Political Witch-Hunt as EFCC Detains Gov’t Officials

The Bauchi State Government has formally accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of engaging in politically motivated persecution, abuse of prosecutorial powers and actions capable of endangering public safety, following the arrest, detention and prosecution of senior officials of the state government. In a strongly worded petition dated December 31, 2025, and addressed … [Read more…]

Igbo Clerics Set January Date for Global Day of Adoration, Thanksgiving

Igbo Archbishops and Bishops, in collaboration with Ohanaeze Ndigbo, have declared the last Saturday of January each year as the Igbo World Day of Adoration and Thanksgiving, with the maiden observance scheduled for January 31, 2026. The declaration is contained in a statement issued by representatives of Igbo archbishops and bishops under the platform Igbo … [Read more…]