The Lagos State Government has arrested 45 beggars, including nine children, during a series of enforcement operations carried out across major parts of the State as authorities intensify efforts to address street begging and environmental nuisance. The arrests were made in separate operations conducted in Oshodi, Agege, and the Central Business District of Lagos Island,…
Residents of Eda-Oniyo Community in Ilejemeje Local Government Area of Ekiti State have staged a peaceful protest over the continued captivity of 16 kidnapped residents, despite the payment of N10.5 million ransom to their abductors. The protesters, comprising community leaders, relatives of the victims, women, and youths, called on the Federal Government, Ekiti State Government,…
The family of former Minister of Power and prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial aspirant in Oyo State, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has confirmed the abduction of his younger sister, Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, and her twin sons by suspected gunmen in Ibadan. According to a statement issued on Wednesday by Adelabu’s Media Aide, Comrade…
The popular saying that “Journalists don’t get sick” is one that has echoed across newsrooms for decades. While it may sound strange to outsiders, media practitioners understand that the phrase is not meant to be taken literally. Rather, it reflects the dedication, resilience, and sacrifice often associated with the journalism profession. Journalists are among the…
A fresh wave of insecurity has struck Nigeria’s North-Central region after suspected gunmen reportedly killed two travellers and abducted about 30 others during a deadly attack on a passenger vehicle along a highway in Kogi State. The incident, which has heightened fears among road users, occurred when the armed attackers ambushed a commercial vehicle conveying…
The Federal Government has officially abolished the long-standing practice of placing Federal Civil Servants on a mandatory three-month pre-retirement leave, declaring that such a provision has never existed under Nigeria’s Public Service Rules. The directive was issued through a circular signed by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Walson-Jack, and…
In a move to bridge the digital skills gap among Nigerian youths, the Abeokuta Polo Club has trained and empowered 120 young people in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Vibe Coding and Web Application Development as part of activities marking its first anniversary. The initiative reflects the club’s growing commitment to youth empowerment, innovation and community development…
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to secure the release of dozens of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approving the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards and directing a specialized rescue unit to intensify operations in the troubled Oriire Local Government Area. The latest intervention comes 16 days after…
The management of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) has reportedly expelled 365 students after investigations uncovered widespread irregularities involving forged admission documents and fake academic credentials submitted during the admission process. Global Mirror News gathered that the affected students were found to have gained admission into various programmes using falsified certificates, altered academic records, and other…
UEFA has unveiled its official 2025/26 UEFA Champions League Team of the Season, with French champions Paris Saint-Germain leading the selection after successfully defending their European crown. The announcement comes a day after PSG edged Arsenal 4-3 on penalties in a dramatic Champions League final, securing back-to-back European titles and cementing their dominance on the…
