Year: 2025
Explosion Rocks Trans-Niger Pipeline in Rivers State, Sparks Environmental and Economic Concerns
An explosion has rocked the Trans-Niger Pipeline (TNP) at Bodo in Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State, causing significant damage and raising fears of environmental and economic repercussions. The incident occurred late Monday night near the Bodo-Bonny Road, which is currently under construction. The affected section of the pipeline, a critical federal oil transport…
Nnamdi Kanu to Defend Himself in Court as Trial Resumes — Family
The family of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has announced that Kanu will represent himself in court when his trial resumes on March 21, 2025. The decision, revealed in a press statement issued by Kanu’s younger brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu, underscores the IPOB leader’s determination to seek justice amid what…
Over 330 Dead as Israel Intensifies Strikes on Gaza, Vows to Continue Until Hostages Are Freed
Israel has unleashed its most intense military strikes on Gaza since a ceasefire ended, killing over 330 people, according to the Hamas-run health ministry in the territory. The escalation comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to continue fighting until all hostages held by Hamas are released and the militant group is crushed. The…
Nigerian Army Personnel Assault Eko Disco Staff Over Power Supply Issues — Oduntan
The Association of Nigerian Electricity Distributors (ANED) has condemned the alleged manhandling of Eko Electricity Distribution Company (Disco) staff by Nigerian Army personnel in Badagry, Lagos State. The incident occurred amid ongoing power supply upgrades aimed at improving electricity distribution across the state. Sunday Oduntan, CEO of ANED, disclosed that Eko Disco had informed the…
HIV Treatment Shortages Loom in Nigeria, Seven Other Nations Amid USAID Funding Freeze, WHO Warns
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a stark warning that eight countries, including Nigeria, could soon face critical shortages of life-saving HIV treatments due to the suspension of U.S. foreign aid. The freeze, implemented by the Trump administration, has disrupted the supply of antiretroviral drugs, putting millions of lives at risk and threatening to…
Female Corps Member ‘Raye’ Inspires Nigerians to Demand Accountability from Government — Ex-Minister Oby Ezekwesili
Former Minister and human rights activist Dr. Obiageli Ezekwesili has commended National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member Ushie “Raye” Uguamaye for her courageous critique of the Nigerian government, describing her actions as a powerful lesson in democratic participation. Ezekwesili praised Uguamaye for her boldness in publicly criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s administration and its handling of…
Senator Natasha Alleges Sexual Harassment by Senate President Akpabio, Says Suspension Was Meant to Silence Her
Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of sexual harassment, alleging inappropriate advances both inside and outside the Senate chambers. In an interview with the BBC on Tuesday, the Kogi Central lawmaker claimed that her recent six-month suspension was a deliberate attempt to silence her following her refusal to comply with Akpabio’s…
Venezuela Condemns US Deportation of Alleged Gang Members to El Salvador, Calls It Human Rights Violation
Venezuela has strongly condemned the United States’ deportation of over 200 alleged members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua to El Salvador, labeling the move as illegal and a violation of human rights. The controversial action, which was temporarily blocked by a US judge, has sparked outrage from Caracas and raised concerns about the…
Lagos Father Mourns Newborn’s Death After Alleged Medical Negligence at Church-Affiliated Hospital
A grieving father in Lagos has recounted the tragic death of his newborn son following alleged medical negligence at Sarafik, a hospital affiliated with Evangelist Ebuka Obi’s Zion Prayer Movement Outreach in Akoka, Lagos State. The distraught father, who resides in Ajah, shared his harrowing experience with SaharaReporters on Thursday, detailing how his wife’s delivery…
BREAKING: Armed Robbery Suspect Lynched by Mob in Lagos Community
A suspected armed robber, identified as Saidu Sinah, also known as Ojubintin, was lynched by an angry mob at AP/Akerele Junction in Agege, Lagos State, on March 15, 2025. Sinah was accused of stabbing a middle-aged woman and stealing her mobile phone, prompting the violent reaction from the community. The Lagos State Police Command confirmed…