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Page: Feed: --- ## [Osun 2026: A window to the 2027 general elections, by Ayuba Ahmad](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/osun-2026-a-window-to-the-2027-general-elections-by-ayuba-ahmad/) _2026-08-26 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ Osun 2026: A window to the 2027 general elections, by Ayuba Ahmad Using the just-conducted governorship election in Osun State as a prism to gain insight into the likely scenario of the 2027 general elections, barely seven months away, what emerges is a jarring picture of a mixture of optimism and sobering reasons for the \[…\] The post Osun 2026: A window to the 2027 general elections, by Ayuba… ## [Ex-GOCOP president, founder of The Eagle Online, Dotun Oladipo, dies at 56](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/ex-gocop-president-founder-of-the-eagle-online-dotun-oladipo-dies-at-56/) _2026-08-26 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ Ex-GOCOP president, founder of The Eagle Online, Dotun Oladipo, dies at 56 Dotun Oladipo, acclaimed journalist and founder of The Eagle Online Newspaper has died at the age of 56. President of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) Danlami Nmodu announced the passing to guild members on Tuesday. Oladipo, a former president of GOCOP, \[…\] The post Ex-GOCOP president, founder of The Eagle… ## [Beyond the Bravado: VeryDarkMan, institutional illiteracy, and the perils of social media justice, by Abubakar M. Kareto](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/beyond-the-bravado-verydarkman-institutional-illiteracy-and-the-perils-of-social-media-justice-by-abubakar-m-kareto/) _2026-08-26 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ Beyond the Bravado: VeryDarkMan, institutional illiteracy, and the perils of social media justice, by Abubakar M. Kareto In contemporary Nigeria, the public square has migrated from town halls, statutory chambers, and courtrooms to the volatile digital arena of social media. At the epicenter of this shift is Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan. To \[…\] The post Beyond the Bravado:… ## [Police rescue six, arrest six over running a baby factory in Ogun](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/police-rescue-six-arrest-six-over-alleged-baby-factory-in-ogun/) _2026-08-25 · Abdullahi Mustapha Haruna · Neptune Prime_ Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have rescued six people and arrested six suspects during a raid on an alleged baby factory in the Mowe area of the state. The operation was conducted at about 8am on Monday, August 24, following intelligence on suspected human trafficking and illegal adoption activities at a facility located \[…\] The post Police rescue six, arrest six over running a baby… ## [Legendary country singer Dolly Parton is dead](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/legendary-country-singer-dolly-parton-is-dead/) _2026-08-25 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ Legendary country singer Dolly Parton is dead Dolly Parton, queen of country music and humanitarian hero, is dead. The 80-year-old legendary musician, who rose from humble beginnings to the greatest heights of American music and became one of the country’s most philanthropic, unifying and beloved stars, died Tuesday at her home in Nashville, according to \[…\] The post Legendary country singer Dolly… ## [Beyond the Maulid: Are we truly living the legacy of Prophet Muhammad P.B.U.H?, by Usman Muhammad Salihu](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/eyond-the-maulid-are-we-truly-living-the-legacy-of-prophet-muhammad-p-b-u-h-by-usman-muhammad-salihu/) _2026-08-25 · Abdullahi Mustapha Haruna · Neptune Prime_ Every year, millions of Muslims around the world come together to remember, honour and celebrate the life of the greatest man to ever walk the earth — Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. We gather in mosques, homes, schools and public spaces. We recite poems in his praise. We send abundant Ṣalawāt upon him. We listen to stories \[…\] The post Beyond the Maulid: Are we truly living the legacy of Prophet Muhammad… ## [Faborode@70: Salute to dogged, principled and ever-smiling mentor, by Prof. M. K. Othman](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/faborode70-salute-to-dogged-principled-and-ever-smiling-mentor-by-prof-m-k-othman/) _2026-08-25 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ Faborode@70: Salute to dogged, principled and ever-smiling mentor, by Prof. M. K. Othman Deep Thoughts I first met Prof. Michael Oladimeji Faborode in September 1999 at the annual conference of the Nigerian Society of Agricultural Engineers (NSAE) at Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, where I served as an academic staff member for over eight years. I left \[…\] The post Faborode@70: Salute to dogged,… ## [Nasarawa Lawmaker demands answers over missing hospital donations](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/nasarawa-lawmaker-demands-answers-over-missing-hospital-donations/) _2026-08-24 · Abdullahi Mustapha Haruna · Neptune Prime_ A member of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly representing the Umaisha/Ugya Constituency, Sa’ad Abdullahi, has demanded an explanation from the management of Umaisha General Hospital in Toto Local Government Area over the whereabouts of items he donated to the facility. Abdullahi, who is an All Progressives Congress (APC) member, said he personally purchased and \[…\] The post Nasarawa Lawmaker… ## [U.S. warns no one Is above Iran sanctions as China rejects economic pressure](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/u-s-warns-no-one-is-above-iran-sanctions-as-china-rejects-economic-pressure/) _2026-08-24 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ U.S. warns no one Is above Iran sanctions as China rejects economic pressure The United States has intensified its economic campaign against Iran, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warning that no country, company or financial institution is above the reach of U.S. sanctions. Speaking at a press conference in Washington, Bessent unveiled a sweeping \[…\] The post U.S. warns no one Is above Iran… ## [Ogogo: The plight of cancer patients in Nigeria, by Kazeem Akintunde](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/ogogo-the-plight-of-cancer-patients-in-nigeria-by-kazeem-akintunde/) _2026-08-24 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ Ogogo: The plight of cancer patients in Nigeria, by Kazeem Akintunde The entertainment industry lost an icon Sunday night. Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, a veteran actor and screenwriter was confirmed dead. Her daughters, Kira and Haleemah, daughters had revealed last week that their father was battling with stage-four cancer and appealed for the \[…\] The post Ogogo: The plight of cancer… ## [Home of the Agentic Pull Request (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/b1oLtUgPUtwV) _2026-08-24 · **Sponsored**_ CLI-first, TUI-ready toolkits and a moshscript installer — join the waitlist ## [Davido, Rarara: Possible pombination and the 2027 race, by Hassan Gimba](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/davido-rarara-possible-pombination-and-the-2027-race-by-hassan-gimba/) _2026-08-23 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Davido, Rarara: Possible pombination and the 2027 race, by Hassan Gimba The Arbiter Nigerian politics is so serious that it is no longer left in the hands of politicians. Or so it seems. We can see how Davido, carrying the South and a segment of Northern youths, and Rarara, with a huge fan base in \[…\] The post Davido, Rarara: Possible pombination and the 2027 race, by Hassan Gimba appeared first… ## [World Humanitarian Day: UN calls for safety of aid workers, more support for vulnerable Nigerians](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/world-humanitarian-day-un-calls-for-safety-of-aid-workers-more-support-for-vulnerable-nigerians/) _2026-08-23 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ World Humanitarian Day: UN calls for safety of aid workers, more support for vulnerable Nigerians Mohamed Malick Fall, the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, commended aid workers supporting people in need across the country, urging increased support for millions of people facing worsening food insecurity, malnutrition and disease outbreaks during the lean \[…\] The… ## [Neptune Prime Ecopy (22th – 23th August – 2026)](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/neptune-prime-ecopy-22th-23th-august-2026/) _2026-08-22 · Neptune Prime · Neptune Prime_ NEPTUNE PRIME E-COPY 22.08.2026 The post Neptune Prime Ecopy (22th – 23th August – 2026) appeared first on Neptune Prime . ## [Introduction to Islamic physical security management for the resistance movement in Nigeria (3), by Professor Isa H. Mshelgaru](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/introduction-to-islamic-physical-security-management-for-the-resistance-movement-in-nigeria-3-by-professor-isa-h-mshelgaru/) _2026-08-22 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ Introduction to Islamic physical security management for the resistance movement in Nigeria (3), by Professor Isa H. Mshelgaru Continued from last week. Within the Movement, members have been addressing themselves using the terms: ‘Braza’ and ‘Sister’, ‘Dan gwagwarmaya’ (activist), ‘Follower of’ and ‘Almajirin’ (student of); but these are, however, not clear distinguishing descriptions of who \[…\]… ## [Nine Lessons from Japan, Lesson Six: Climate-smart agriculture in Japan, by Dr Suleiman Dauda](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/nine-lessons-from-japan-lesson-six-climate-smart-agriculture-in-japan-by-dr-suleiman-dauda/) _2026-08-22 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ Nine Lessons from Japan, Lesson Six: Climate-smart agriculture in Japan, by Dr Suleiman Dauda One of the most memorable moments of my journey through Japan came when we left the busy cities and travelled to Osaki Kamijima Town, an island community in Hiroshima Prefecture. The landscape was beautiful: calm waters, green hills and carefully cultivated \[…\] The post Nine Lessons from Japan, Lesson… ## [Backstory of Osun poll, and what’s next for Adeleke, by Azu Ishiekwene](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/backstory-of-osun-poll-and-whats-next-for-adeleke-by-azu-ishiekwene/) _2026-08-22 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ Backstory of Osun poll, and what’s next for Adeleke, by Azu Ishiekwene The money that politicians didn’t spend in Osun during the August 15 governorship election was the money they didn’t have and couldn’t steal. All kinds of figures have been bandied about, in hundreds of millions and billions. It’s difficult to say if these \[…\] The post Backstory of Osun poll, and what’s next for Adeleke, by Azu… ## [Four family members die after eating Amala in Kogi, Government orders probe](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/four-family-members-die-after-eating-amala-in-kogi-government-orders-probe/) _2026-08-22 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Four family members die after eating Amala in Kogi, Government orders probe Four members of the same family have died in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State, following reports that they fell ill after consuming Amala made from cassava flour. The incident has raised concerns in the community, with reports that the \[…\] The post Four family members die after eating Amala in Kogi,… ## [Iran’s weapons capabilities tested by war with US and Israel](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/245874-2/) _2026-08-22 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Iran’s weapons capabilities tested by war with US and Israel Iran’s military capabilities have come under intense scrutiny following months of war with the United States and Israel, with Iranian officials claiming that the conflict has exposed both weaknesses and advances in the country’s defence industry. According to Al Jazeera, Iranian military commanders are \[…\] The post Iran’s weapons… ## [Osun: Long live Edenisation!, by Abiodun KOMOLAFE](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/osun-long-live-edenisation-by-abiodun-komolafe/) _2026-08-22 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Osun: Long live Edenisation!, by Abiodun KOMOLAFE With the prospect of a Second Term – whether deserved or not – on the table, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State now needs to do critical thinking about what his legacy should be. Barring an overturn of the results by the courts, he has another four years \[…\] The post Osun: Long live Edenisation!, by Abiodun KOMOLAFE appeared first on Neptune… ## [Tinubu vs. Atiku: Decoding Nigeria’s petroleum price clash, sovereign debt, and the future of energy reform, by Abubakar M. Kareto](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/tinubu-vs-atiku-decoding-nigerias-petroleum-price-clash-sovereign-debt-and-the-future-of-energy-reform-by-abubakar-m-kareto/) _2026-08-22 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ Tinubu vs. Atiku: Decoding Nigeria’s petroleum price clash, sovereign debt, and the future of energy reform, by Abubakar M. Kareto The sharp confrontation between the Federal Government and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over fuel subsidy policy has reopened the central economic fault line in Nigerian public life. In an official communication from the State \[…\] The post Tinubu vs. Atiku:… ## [8.1% APY Plus Free Stock (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ClVMCEQg4hWt) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Claim 8.1% APY and up to $1,030 in SK hynix and Nvidia stock. ## [FBI says release of Tinubu records could endanger lives](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/fbi-says-release-of-tinubu-records-could-endanger-lives/) _2026-08-22 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ FBI says release of Tinubu records could endanger lives The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has warned that releasing some records relating to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu could potentially endanger the life or physical safety of individuals. According to Eyeway, the warning was contained in a court filing dated August 20, 2026, \[…\] The post FBI says release of Tinubu records… ## [Tinubu orders Nwabueze’s arrest, suspends three permanent secretaries](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/tinubu-orders-nwabuezes-arrest-suspends-three-permanent-secretaries/) _2026-08-22 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Tinubu orders Nwabueze’s arrest, suspends three permanent secretaries Story by Mercy Adaje President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the immediate arrest of Prince George Buchi Nwabueze and approved the suspension of three permanent secretaries following the discovery of another alleged unauthorised government entity operating within the premises of the Office of the Secretary to the \[…\] The post… ## [Kwara Senator Saliu Mustapha resigns from APC](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/kwara-senator-saliu-mustapha-resigns-from-apc/) _2026-08-21 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Kwara Senator Saliu Mustapha resigns from APC Senator representing Kwara Central, Saliu Mustapha, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing recent developments within the party’s Kwara State chapter. Mustapha announced his resignation in a letter dated August 14, addressed to the APC Chairman of Gambari Ward 1 in Ilorin East \[…\] The post Kwara Senator Saliu… ## [Mark Zuckerberg buys 19th-century Irish castle estimated at €30 million](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/mark-zuckerberg-buys-19th-century-irish-castle-estimated-at-e30-million/) _2026-08-21 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Mark Zuckerberg buys 19th-century Irish castle estimated at €30 million Meta Chief Executive Officer, Mark Zuckerberg, and his wife, Priscilla Chan, have acquired Strancally Castle, a historic 19th-century Gothic-style property in County Waterford, southeast Ireland. The castle, which overlooks the River Blackwater, was built around 1830 and sits on a vast 440-acre estate. The \[…\] The post Mark… ## [Maryam Ibrahim Dan’azumi wins International Qur’anic Competition in Saudi Arabia](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/maryam-ibrahim-danazumi-wins-international-quranic-competition-in-saudi-arabia/) _2026-08-21 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Maryam Ibrahim Dan’azumi wins International Qur’anic Competition in Saudi Arabia A Nigerian girl from Gombe State, Maryam Ibrahim Dan’azumi, has emerged the overall winner of the 46th King Abdulaziz International Qur’anic Competition held in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Maryam, a student of Abubakar Siddiq Community Islamic School for Qur’anic Memorisation in Herwagana Quarters, Gombe, represented \[…\]… ## [FBI seeks secret review of withheld Tinubu records](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/fbi-seeks-secret-review-of-withheld-tinubu-records/) _2026-08-21 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ FBI seeks secret review of withheld Tinubu records The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has asked a federal court for permission to privately explain why it is withholding some records relating to historical investigations involving President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a filing dated August 20, 2026, before the US District Court for \[…\] The post FBI seeks secret review of withheld… ## [Borno families beg Tinubu to rescue abducted schoolchildren](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/borno-families-beg-tinubu-to-rescue-abducted-schoolchildren/) _2026-08-21 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Borno families beg Tinubu to rescue abducted schoolchildren Story by Mercy Adaje Families of schoolchildren and other victims abducted in Borno State have appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Babagana Zulum to intensify efforts to secure the release of their loved ones. The families said some of the victims have remained in captivity \[…\] The post Borno families beg Tinubu to rescue… ## [FG declares Tuesday public holiday for Eid ul Mawlid](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/fg-declares-tuesday-public-holiday-for-eid-ul-mawlid/) _2026-08-21 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ FG declares Tuesday public holiday for Eid ul Mawlid Story by Mercy Adaje The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate this year’s Eid ul Mawlid, marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the declaration on behalf of the \[…\] The post FG declares Tuesday public holiday for Eid… ## [Belgian Prince Laurent recognises former car salesman as son](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/belgian-prince-laurent-recognises-former-car-salesman-as-son/) _2026-08-21 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Belgian Prince Laurent recognises former car salesman as son Story by Mercy Adaje Belgium’s Prince Laurent has formally recognised 26-year-old Clément Vandenkerckhove, a former car salesman, as his biological son, granting him the title of Prince of Belgium. The recognition was completed during a private town hall ceremony around six months ago, although details of \[…\] The post Belgian Prince… ## [China rejects US sanctions on Iran, calls for dialogue](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/china-rejects-us-sanctions-on-iran-calls-for-dialogue/) _2026-08-21 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ China rejects US sanctions on Iran, calls for dialogue China has rejected the United States’ planned sanctions against Iran, describing unilateral sanctions without United Nations authorisation as illegal and urging Washington to resolve its differences with Tehran through political and diplomatic means. The development followed US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s announcement that Washington… ## [Sync Bookmarks Everywhere (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/xJ5n0zfThqwq) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Two-way sync keeps folders and toolbar intact across Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. ## [Aisha Wahab wins California special election](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/aisha-wahab-wins-california-special-election/) _2026-08-21 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Aisha Wahab wins California special election Progressive California State Senator Aisha Wahab has won a special election to fill the congressional seat previously held by former US Representative Eric Swalwell. Wahab defeated Bay Area Rapid Transit Board President Melissa Hernandez, securing about 53.1 per cent of the vote compared with Hernandez’s 46.9 per cent. Read \[…\] The post Aisha Wahab wins… ## [Tony Elumelu’s ‘call me TOE or Mr Elumelu’ remark sparks workplace etiquette debate](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/tony-elumelus-call-me-toe-or-mr-elumelu-remark-sparks-workplace-etiquette-debate/) _2026-08-21 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Tony Elumelu’s ‘call me TOE or Mr Elumelu’ remark sparks workplace etiquette debate A viral video showing UBA Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, correcting a young trainee who addressed him by his first name has sparked widespread debate over workplace etiquette, hierarchy and the growing culture of using first names in Nigerian corporate organisations. The incident \[…\] The post Tony Elumelu’s ‘call me… ## [Atiku’s fuel subsidy proposal sparks fresh clash with Tinubu presidency](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/atikus-fuel-subsidy-proposal-sparks-fresh-clash-with-tinubu-presidency/) _2026-08-21 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Atiku’s fuel subsidy proposal sparks fresh clash with Tinubu presidency Story by Mercy Adaje The 2027 presidential campaign has opened with a renewed political battle over Nigeria’s controversial petrol subsidy policy, with former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, putting the issue at the centre of his campaign message. Atiku \[…\] The post… ## [Death Toll Rises to 53 in Sokoto Boat Mishap](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/death-toll-rises-to-53-in-sokoto-boat-mishap/) _2026-08-21 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Death toll rises to 53 in Sokoto boat mishap Story by Mercy Adaje The death toll from a boat mishap at the Gorau crossing point in Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State has risen to 53, following the recovery of more bodies from the river. The incident occurred when a passenger boat reportedly carrying \[…\] The post Death Toll Rises to 53 in Sokoto Boat Mishap appeared first on Neptune… ## [Beyond Maximum Pressure: Sovereign resilience, chokepoint power, and the limits of coercion, by Abubakar M. Kareto](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/beyond-maximum-pressure-sovereign-resilience-chokepoint-power-and-the-limits-of-coercion-by-abubakar-m-kareto/) _2026-08-21 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ Beyond Maximum Pressure: Sovereign resilience, chokepoint power, and the limits of coercion, by Abubakar M. Kareto For decades, the standard playbook of American statecraft has relied on the extraterritorial reach of the US financial system to enforce foreign policy objectives. When Washington designates a sovereign economy for isolation, the global marketplace has historically complied out \[…\]… ## [Iran revives cyclotron facility to strengthen domestic cancer treatment](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/iran-revives-cyclotron-facility-to-strengthen-domestic-cancer-treatment/) _2026-08-21 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Iran revives cyclotron facility to strengthen domestic cancer treatment Iranian nuclear industry specialists have restored a domestically operated cyclotron accelerator used to produce radioisotopes for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, according to Iranian state media. The development is expected to strengthen Iran’s capacity to produce medical radioisotopes locally and reduce its dependence… ## [Gov. Buni visits Nigerian refugees in Chad, assures them of Government support](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/gov-buni-visits-nigerian-refugees-in-chad-assures-them-of-government-support/) _2026-08-20 · Abdullahi Mustapha Haruna · Neptune Prime_ Yobe State Governor and Chairman of the Lake Chad Governors’ Forum, Mai Mala Buni, has visited Nigerian refugees at the Kaya site in Lac Province, Chad, to assess their welfare and discuss plans for their possible return home. Buni, who visited the refugees on Wednesday, commended the peaceful relationship between the displaced Nigerians, their host \[…\] The post Gov. Buni visits Nigerian refugees… ## [Police confirm death of officer, four others in Adamawa community attack](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/police-confirm-death-of-officer-four-others-in-adamawa-community-attack/) _2026-08-20 · Abdullahi Mustapha Haruna · Neptune Prime_ The Adamawa State Police Command has confirmed the killing of a police officer and four other residents during an attack on Gaya Dlang community in Kiva Gaya District, Hong Local Government Area of the state. The attack reportedly occurred at about 5:00pm on Monday, August 18, 2026, when unknown gunmen invaded the community, setting several \[…\] The post Police confirm death of officer, four others… ## [NSCDC nabs three over NNPC pipeline vandalism in Adamawa](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/nscdc-nabs-three-over-nnpc-pipeline-vandalism-in-adamawa/) _2026-08-20 · Abdullahi Mustapha Haruna · Neptune Prime_ The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested three suspects in connection with the alleged vandalism of NNPC pipeline infrastructure in Adamawa State. The suspects were apprehended during an operation conducted by the NSCDC following intelligence on the movement of suspected vandalised pipeline components within the state. About 250 pieces of NNPC pipeline \[…\] The post NSCDC… ## [FG moves to decriminalise attempted suicide, prioritises treatment](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/fg-moves-to-decriminalise-attempted-suicide-prioritises-treatment/) _2026-08-20 · Abdullahi Mustapha Haruna · Neptune Prime_ The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved an amendment to Nigeria’s mental health law aimed at decriminalising attempted suicide and replacing punitive measures with treatment, care and psychological support. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Ali Pate, disclosed this on Wednesday while briefing State House correspondents after the FEC meeting. Pate said \[…\]… ## [Police: Davido was target of attack on Osun Governor’s convoy](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/police-davido-was-target-of-attack-on-osun-governors-convoy/) _2026-08-20 · Abdullahi Mustapha Haruna · Neptune Prime_ The Osun State Police Command has disclosed that music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, was the alleged target of an attack that disrupted the convoy of Governor Ademola Adeleke in Osogbo on Wednesday. The incident occurred during the governor’s visit to the palace of the Ataoja of Osogbo after receiving his certificate of \[…\] The post Police: Davido was target of attack on Osun… ## [Tinubu approves committee to assess national security threats, strategic defence operations plan](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/tinubu-approves-committee-to-assess-national-security-threats-strategic-defence-operations-plan/) _2026-08-20 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ Tinubu approves committee to assess national security threats, strategic defence operations plan President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the immediate preparation of a comprehensive National Threat Assessment and a rolling five-year Strategic Defence Operations Plan to strengthen coordination among Nigeria’s defence, intelligence and security agencies. President Tinubu gave the directive on… ## [Iran produces first domestically manufactured 200MW generator rotor shaft](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/iran-produces-first-domestically-manufactured-200mw-generator-rotor-shaft/) _2026-08-20 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Iran produces first domestically manufactured 200MW generator rotor shaft Iran has successfully manufactured its first 200-megawatt generator rotor shaft using domestic engineering and manufacturing capabilities, marking a significant development in the country’s power-generation equipment industry. Iranian officials described the rotor shaft as a strategic and highly complex component of power… ## [Iran plans 5,000MW solar power plant in Isfahan](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/iran-plans-5000mw-solar-power-plant-in-isfahan/) _2026-08-20 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Iran plans 5,000MW solar power plant in Isfahan Iran is preparing to begin construction of a massive 5,000-megawatt (MW) solar power plant in Isfahan Province, a project officials say could become the world’s largest solar power facility upon completion. The planned solar complex will be developed in Kouhpaye, Isfahan, covering approximately 6,000 hectares. The \[…\] The post Iran plans 5,000MW… ## [Shettima’s return and official campaign kick-off, by Abdullahi Lawan Kolo](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/shettimas-return-and-official-campaign-kick-off-by-abdullahi-lawan-kolo/) _2026-08-19 · Gift Luckson · Neptune Prime_ Shettima’s return and official campaign kick-off, by Abdullahi Lawan Kolo As we await the official return of the distinguished Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Senator Kashim Shettima, from his first leave after three and a half years in office, let us take a moment to reflect on and celebrate some \[…\] The post Shettima’s return and official campaign kick-off, by… ## [Bass Reeves: From slavery to becoming one of the first Black Deputy U.S. Marshals West of the Mississippi River, by Gift Luckson](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/bass-reeves-from-slavery-to-becoming-one-of-the-first-black-deputy-u-s-marshals-west-of-the-mississippi-river-by-gift-luckson/) _2026-08-19 · Okafor Vivian Nkiruka · Neptune Prime_ Bass Reeves: From slavery to becoming one of the first Black Deputy U.S. Marshals West of the Mississippi River, by Gift Luckson Bass Reeves (July 1838 – January 12, 1910) was a deputy U.S. Marshal, gunfighter, farmer, scout, tracker, and railroad agent who escaped from slavery. He spoke the languages of several Native American tribes, \[…\] The post Bass Reeves: From slavery to becoming one of the… ## [Boomslang: Why you shouldn’t underestimate this timid but highly venomous snake](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/boomslang-why-you-shouldnt-underestimate-this-timid-but-highly-venomous-snake/) _2026-08-19 · Okafor Vivian Nkiruka · Neptune Prime_ Boomslang: Why you shouldn’t underestimate this timid but highly venomous snake The boomslang (Dispholidus typus) is a highly venomous snake in the family Colubridae. The species is native to Sub-Saharan Africa. It is a colubrid snake within the subfamily Colubrinae. It belongs to the genus Dispholidus, which contains two other species, D. pembae and D. \[…\] The post Boomslang: Why you shouldn’t… ## [How Muhammad Ali secured the release of 15 American hostages from Saddam Hussein](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/how-muhammad-ali-secured-the-release-of-15-american-hostages-from-saddam-hussein/) _2026-08-19 · Okafor Vivian Nkiruka · Neptune Prime_ How Muhammad Ali secured the release of 15 American hostages from Saddam Hussein Muhammad Ali, the three-time heavyweight boxing champion, secured the release of 15 American hostages held in Iraq in November 1990 after travelling to Baghdad on his own initiative to meet with President Saddam Hussein, defying objections from the U.S. government and members \[…\] The post How Muhammad Ali secured the… ## [Pakistan’s new High Commissioner meets Iranian Ambassador in Abuja](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/pakistans-new-high-commissioner-meets-iranian-ambassador-in-abuja/) _2026-08-19 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Pakistan’s new High Commissioner meets Iranian Ambassador in Abuja The Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Nigeria, Gholamreza Mahdavi, has met with Pakistan’s newly appointed High Commissioner to Nigeria, Retired Major General Kamran Tabrez Savera, in Abuja to discuss bilateral relations and areas of mutual interest. The meeting, held in a cordial atmosphere, \[…\] The post Pakistan’s new… ## [Iranian Ambassador meets with Nigeria’s newly appointed Ambassador to Iran](https://neptuneprime.com.ng/iranian-ambassador-meets-with-nigerias-newly-appointed-ambassador-to-iran/) _2026-08-19 · Tawheed Yakub · Neptune Prime_ Iranian Ambassador meets with Nigeria’s newly appointed Ambassador to Iran H.E. Gholamreza Mahdavi Raja, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Nigeria, met today with H.E. Ambassador Salau Hamza Mohammed, Nigeria’s newly appointed Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran. During the meeting, the two sides exchanged views on a range of issues \[…\] The post Iranian Ambassador meets with…