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May 19, 2026

175 ISIS fighters, several top commanders killed in ongoing Nigeria-U.S. joint operations: DHQ

Mr Uba stated, “The Armed Forces of Nigeria, in collaboration with international partners, will continue to hunt down and destroy terrorists wherever they operate.”

U.S. and Nigerian forces
May 19, 2026

2027: Turaki-led PDP faction waives screening for Goodluck Jonathan to contest presidency 

Mr Jonathan earlier said he would commence consultations concerning the possibility of contesting presidency in 2027.

Goodluck Jonathan and PDP logo
May 19, 2026

AFAN seeks revival of Nigeria’s cocoa sector

Mr Oke called for stronger collaboration with AFAN to address the challenges facing cocoa farmers across the country.

cocoa pods
May 19, 2026

Samuel ‘Putsammy’ Ugberease: From multimillion-dollar romance scam, lavish lifestyle, colourful wedding to FBI net

The Force spokesperson said that Mr Ugberease’s extradition was coordinated in collaboration with the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) Abuja.

Samuel Ugberease aka 'Putsammy,' 'Putput,' 'Sammy.'
May 19, 2026

Dangote Refinery reduces jet fuel price to N1,650 per litre

Mr Chiejina stated that the reduction was necessary due growing concerns over the rising operational costs in Nigeria’s aviation sector.

Dangote Refinery
May 19, 2026

U.S. issues security alert in Nigeria over military airstrikes on ISIS

The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria has issued a security alert to its staff and American citizens over airstrikes against ISIS in North-East Nigeria.

U.S. EMBASSY
May 19, 2026

Experts seek action against persistent pollution in Niger Delta

Some Environmental Experts in the Niger Delta have called for urgent interventions towards tackling persistent environmental pollution in the region.

May 19, 2026

FRSC decries use of unauthorised number plates, diplomatic seals

The Federal Road Safety Corps has decried the use of unauthorised number plates and unapproved diplomatic seals.

May 19, 2026

Police say motorcycle-snatching syndicate smashed in Ebonyi

The police command in Ebonyi says it has dismantled a motorcycle-snatching syndicate operating within and outside the state and recovered 11 stolen motorcycles.

Armed cops in Kaduna
May 19, 2026

Several people killed in Kano as violent thugs attack residents, Fagge LGA imposes curfew

“The measure follows recent clashes among youths in the area that have resulted in loss of lives,” the council’s statement said.

Violence in Kano