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Segun Showunmi, former spokesperson to ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has opined that poor communication skills hampers on the image and credibility of the government. He therefore called for an in depth professional communication training to enable representatives enhance their ability to convey messages effectively, manage crises, and promote transparency. Showunmi explained that by improving communication skills, government officials can better articulate policies, address public concerns, and foster a positive image. His advice stemmed from the controversy generated by a recent live broadcast interview between presidential aide Daniel Bwala and international journalist Mehdi Hasan. The PDP Chieftain and Convener of the…

The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested two men suspected of vandalising electric cables and poles along the Gitata-Gunduma Road in the state. The suspects, identified as Chigozie Igbokwe, 41, and Emmanuel John, 45, both residents of Jikwoyi in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), were arrested in the early hours of Friday during a routine patrol by officers attached to the Gitata Police Division. SP Ramhan Nansel, the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, in a statement on Saturday stated that the suspects were arrested at about 5:40 a.m. while allegedly transporting vandalised electrical materials. Other items recovered from…

Several terrorists and some of their key leaders were neutralised during midnight attacks by troops of Operation Hadin Kai as the insurgents attempted to overrun four military locations across Borno State. The attacks lasted for over five hours between Thursday and Friday around Konduga, Marte, Jakana and Mainok communities. In a statement, the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, North-East Operation Hadin Kai, Lt. Col. Sanni Uba, explained that the attacks were launched at about 10 pm on Thursday and 3 am on Friday. He further explained that troops of the Joint Task Force (North-East) Operation HADIN KAI…

United States President, Donald Trump, has asserted that Iran apologised to neighbouring countries in the Middle East after what he described as sustained military pressure from the US and Israel. In a post on Truth Social on Saturday, Trump wrote, “Iran, which is being beat to HELL, has apologized and surrendered to its Middle East neighbors, and promised that it will not shoot at them anymore. “This promise was only made because of the relentless U.S. and Israeli attack. They were looking to take over and rule the Middle East. It is the first time that Iran has ever lost,…

A bank customer narrowly escaped death on Friday, after suspected armed robbers trailed him from a bank and attacked him along Shiroro Road in Minna, Niger State, carting away millions of naira and his vehicle. The incident occurred at about 3:00 p.m. on March 6, 2026. The victim, Mr David Adebayo Emmanuel, told journalists that he had earlier visited the bank where he withdrew N5 million shortly before 2:00 p.m. According to him, he later proceeded to another bank where he withdrew another N3 million, adding that he already had N1 million on him. Emmanuel explained that he later stopped…

Armed bandits have reportedly imposed a curfew and demanded a N30 million levy from residents of Bilbis town in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. This was disclosed by security analyst Bakatsine. According to the post, the town is the hometown of Senator Ikira Aliyu Bilbis, who represents Zamfara Central Senatorial District. The post reads “ZAMFARA UNDER SIEGE: Armed bandits have imposed a curfew and a ₦30 million levy on residents of Bilbis town in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara State. “The community, a hometown of Senator Ikira Aliyu Bilbis, who currently represents Zamfara Central Senatorial District. Residents are reportedly living…

Suspected bandits, on Friday night, attacked Pali community in Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State, killing a local vigilante member and abducting two children during the raid. The incident was disclosed by security analyst, Bakastine via his X handle. The post reads “SAD NEWS: Last night, bandits attacked Pali community in Alkaleri LGA of Bauchi State. “According to local sources, the gunmen stormed the community, opened fire, killed vigilante member Yusuf Momo, popularly known as Dan Banga Pali, and abducted two children of Alhaji Manu Pali, while also looting goods from residents. “The incident has left the community in…

The Central Bank of Nigeria says 30 banks have, as of March 2026, met its minimum capital requirements ahead of the March 31 deadline. The spokesperson of the apex bank, Hakama Ali-Sidi made the disclosure in an update statement on Friday. According to CBN, 33 banks have been able to raise additional capital through rights issues and initial public offerings (IPOs). This means that as of Friday, at least three banks have yet to meet the minimum capital requirements, but their capital position is currently undergoing a routine verification process ahead of final confirmation of compliance within the recapitalization timeline.…

The US has said that its military operation against Iran could last between four to six weeks. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said this on Friday, adding that the US is making good progress in taking control of Iranian airspace. Leavitt said the US would see Iran as being in a state of “unconditional surrender” once Donald Trump decides the country is no longer a threat to the United States. She told reporters at the White House,”What the president means is that when he, as the Commander in Chief of the US military, decides that Iran is no longer…

The Israeli military said it has entered into a “new stage” of their war against Iran, and both US as Israeli officials suggested there could be more attacks coming. The IDF said it has “more surprising actions” in this new phase but did not give more details. Meanwhile, US defense secretary Pete Hegseth stated that attacks on Iran will “increase a lot.” The IDF said they have destroyed the underground bunker that belonged to the late Iranian supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It also said that the bunker is still being used by high-ranking Iranian officials. The Israeli military stated…