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The Federal Government’s Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Initiative (PAGMI) has received renewed momentum following a sweeping crackdown that dislodged thousands of illegal miners from designated mining sites in Yauri Local Government Area of Kebbi State. In a coordinated, multi-agency operation, operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals, in collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Police Force, reclaimed mining locations that had been illegally occupied for months by unregulated operators. Officials said the operation led to the complete displacement of thousands of illegal miners who had taken control…

British broadcaster, Piers Morgan has named Arsenal’s David Raya as the best goalkeeper in the world at the moment. Morgan said this in a tweet via his X account on Saturday night after Raya featured for Arsenal as they defeated Sunderland 3-0 in the Premier League. A goal from Martin Zubimendi and a brace from Viktor Gyokeres ensured Arsenal defeated Sunderland at the Emirates Stadium. Speaking after the game, Morgan said he was impressed with Raya’s display against the visitors. “Incredibly underrated. Best goalkeeper in the world,” Morgan posted on X alongside Raya’s picture. Raya has now kept 13 clean…

The 81 Division of the Nigerian Army said on Sunday that it would investigate allegations that some military officers were shielding drug peddlers in the Apapa-Iganmu Local Council Development Area of Lagos State. This followed accusations by the chairman of the LCDA, Jimoh Saliu, who alleged that some top military officers were protecting illicit drug peddlers in the area. In a statement on Sunday, Saliu claimed that a place known as Gidan Drama in the Marine Beach community of Apapa, which is not far from the Tego Army Barracks, served as a hub for illicit drug activities. Describing the area…

The Kogi State Government has ordered the temporary closure of selected markets and motor parks across parts of the state as part of intensified security operations aimed at flushing out terrorists, bandits and other criminal elements. The decision was announced in a statement issued on Sunday by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, and made available to PUNCH Metro. According to the statement, the closures affect selected markets and motor parks in parts of the Kogi West Senatorial District and adjoining areas, as security agencies intensify coordinated clearance operations. Fanwo said the move was designed to disrupt criminal…

The beautiful and enchanting butterfly called the Africa Cup of Nations emerged from its chrysalis in Khartoum, Sudan, under the presidency of Abdelaziz Salem, an Egyptian, with three countries—Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia—participating, and Egypt emerging as the eventual winner. The reason for this limited participation is not far-fetched. At the time, only nine African countries were independent. The remaining 45 countries that now make up CAF’s 54 member nations were either pushing Queen Elizabeth’s dogsled made unique with the Union Jack, making supplications at the Eiffel Tower, or knocking at the doors of the Palácio de Belém, the Quirinal Palace,…

Ikorodu City climbed to the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League table after a composed 2–0 home victory over Niger Tornadoes on matchday 25, while defending champions Remo Stars slipped to 19th following another damaging defeat, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. At the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos on Sunday, Ikorodu underlined their title credentials with a disciplined and controlled performance that extended their strong recent form and turned the stadium into what has increasingly become a fortress. Joseph Arumala was the decisive figure, scoring both goals to lift the Oga Boys to 41 points, level with Rivers United and…

Investigators were seen removing a manhole cover from a septic tank behind Nancy Guthrie‘s Arizona home more than one week after she went missing. Drone footage featured on Fox News on Sunday, February 8, revealed authorities standing in the back yard of Nancy’s residence around 11 a.m. and using a pole to probe inside the tank. It is unclear what they were looking for or why they decided to conduct the search at this time. As Us Weekly previously reported, Nancy, 84 — the mother of Today show anchor Savannah Guthrie — was last seen on January 31 following a…

While he has yet to officially declare his intention, the growing momentum among his supporters—coupled with his recent political activities—suggests that the former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, is eyeing the Gombe State governorship to succeed Inuwa Yahaya. In Nigerian politics, high-profile figures often delay official declarations to avoid becoming early targets for political opponents. By allowing youth groups and support coalitions to lead the narrative, a candidate can build momentum while maintaining plausible deniability. That appears to be the case for Mr Pantami in the North-eastern state. The political atmosphere in Gombe is increasingly defined by…

Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will embark on a two-day visit to the state to commission selected projects and attend the Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival. The governor said the President is expected in Kebbi between February 11 and 14 for the commissioning of projects executed by the state government and participation in activities marking this year’s Argungu festival. Idris made the disclosure on Sunday while receiving defectors from other political parties in Jega Local Government Area who joined the All Progressives Congress, APC. He urged residents to turn out to welcome…

Evans Ogbonda has been unveiled by Zambian club Power Dynamos, DAILY POST reports. Ogbonda completed his move to the Kitwe-based side last week. The left-back will wear the number 23 jersey at his new club. He joined Power Dynamos from Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Rangers. Ogbonda spent two years with the Flying Antelopes. He made 14 appearances for Fidelis Ilechukwu’s side this season before making the switch. Ogbonda previously played for Bendel Insurance in the NPFL.