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Secret Surrogacy Deal Triggers Chaos at Jos Fertility Clinic

What began as a private surrogacy agreement has spiralled into controversy at a fertility clinic in Jos, Plateau State, following a dramatic series of events that exposed the arrangement and led to a...

9 months ago•1 min read

China Rejects US Bill Alleging Illegal Mining Ties in Nigeria

China has pushed back strongly against allegations contained in a proposed United States bill targeting its mining interests in Nigeria, describing the claims as “completely baseless” and politically...

9 months ago•2 min read

NOA, NIMC launch joint committee to drive ward-level NIN enrolment nationwide

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) have inaugurated a joint committee to lead public enlightenment and grassroots mobilisation for the nationw...

9 months ago•1 min read

Abia Transport Commissioner Meets Private Park Owners Ahead of Move to Umuahia Central Bus Terminal

The Abia State Commissioner for Transport, Dr. Chimezie Isaac Ukaegbu, has met with private motor park owners in Umuahia to discuss the state government’s plan to relocate existing parks to the newly...

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COAS underscores Nigeria’s enduring security partnership with Liberia, reaffirms regional leadership role Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has highlighted the country’s longstanding commitment to peace and stability in West Africa, describing Liberia’s post-conflict progress as a product of collective African responsibility and Nigeria’s sustained intervention. The Army Chief spoke in Monrovia on 11 February 2026 at the 69th Armed Forces Day celebration of the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL), held at the Barclay Training Center, where he attended as Special Guest of Honour. He maintained that Nigeria’s involvement during Liberia’s civil war years was a strategic decision rooted in regional security priorities and a shared West African destiny. According to him, Nigerian forces played a decisive role in stabilising Liberia under the ECOWAS Monitoring Group, committing personnel and resources over several years to prevent further breakdown of order. He noted that the sacrifices made by Nigerian troops helped create the conditions necessary for Liberia’s democratic recovery and institutional rebuilding. Lieutenant General Shaibu also reflected on Nigeria’s contribution to restructuring Liberia’s military after the conflict. Speaking at a reception organised in his honour, he recalled participating in early reform efforts aimed at rebuilding the AFL into a professional and accountable force. He expressed pride that many officers who were trained and mentored during that period now serve in senior leadership roles, describing the AFL as a symbol of successful regional cooperation. He encouraged the Liberian military to preserve its professional standards and remain firmly committed to constitutional authority, assuring that Nigeria would continue to support capacity development and defence collaboration initiatives. Addressing emerging security concerns, the COAS warned that threats such as drug trafficking, cyber-related crimes, maritime insecurity and organised criminal networks have become increasingly complex and interconnected. He stressed that the rise in synthetic drug circulation poses serious implications for national development and internal stability, particularly among young people. He advocated stronger collaboration among security agencies, improved intelligence sharing and reinforced regional partnerships to effectively tackle evolving threats. Drawing from Nigeria’s security framework, he cited the benefits of coordinated inter-agency structures designed to enhance operational outcomes. Lieutenant General Shaibu commended members of the Armed Forces of Liberia for their discipline and dedication, describing them as vital to sustaining peace and democratic governance. He reaffirmed Nigeria’s readiness to deepen defence cooperation with Liberia and other ECOWAS nations in addressing shared security challenges. As part of the ceremony, two senior Nigerian Army officers, Brigadier General Mohammed Sani Usman and Brigadier General Owoicho Egiga, were conferred with the Distinguished Service Order of Liberia in recognition of their contributions to strengthening bilateral military relations.

Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has highlighted the country’s longstanding commitment to peace and stability in West Africa, describing Liberia’s post-conflict progress...

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Arik Air plane diverts to Benin after engine incident, all 80 onboard safe

An Arik Air Boeing 737-700 operating a Lagos to Port Harcourt flight made an emergency diversion to Benin airport on Wednesday after the crew reported hearing a loud bang from one of the aircraft’s en...

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NCC Reaffirms Commitment to Regional Digital Integration Maida

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has restated its commitment to working closely with telecommunications regulators across West Africa to deepen regional digital integration. This was discl...

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NCC and NDPC Sign MoU to Strengthen Data Protection and Consumer Privacy

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance data protection and safeguard consumer privacy...

9 months ago•1 min read

Abia Police Deny Explosive Discovery at Church, Refute Pastor’s Claims

The Abia State Police Command has insisted that no explosive device was found at the United Evangelical Church, Ehere/Umuola, Ogbor Hill, Aba, countering claims by Associate Pastor Eleazar Onyenweaku....