Year: 2017
Teacher faces N500,000 fraud
A 49-year-old secondary school teacher, Abayomi Abdul, who allegedly obtained N500,000 from 14 students under false pretences, was on Thursday…
Delta governor announces cabinet reshuffle
Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta has announced a minor cabinet reshuffle involving three commissioners.
‘Danfo’ ban will make us professionals – Conductors
The Bus Conductors Association of Nigeria (BCAN) has said that the proposed ban of yellow buses (Danfos) by the Lagos…
We’ll not associate with Makarfi, Sheriff faction — Jigawa PDP
The Jigawa Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says it will not identify with neither the party’s Sen. Ahmed…
Bush burning: Delta farmers bemoan loss of crops
Some farmers in Aboh-Ogwashi community in Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta on Thursday grumbled about the destruction of…
Somali president appoints new PM
Somali President Mohamed Mohamed on Thursday appointed Hassan Khaire as the new prime minister. Khaire, who worked for Norwegian Refugee…
Brazilian foreign minister resigns
Brazilian Foreign Minister Jose Serra has tendered his resignation for health reasons, according to media reports. In a letter to…
Late Bowie honoured with two wins at BRIT Awards
Late music icon, David Bowie was the big winner at the BRITs in London on Wednesday, taking the British male…
New foreign exchange policy will strengthen naira — CBN
The newly introduced foreign exchange policy by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) will help shore up the naira, an…
Astronomers Discover 7 New Planets Like Earth
Astronomers have found a nearby solar system with seven Earth-sized planets, three of which circle their parent star at the…
Army jails soldier for assaulting Nollywood actress
The Nigerian Army has jailed one Pvt. Suleiman Olamilekan to 28 days with hard labour for allegedly assaulting a Nollywood…
Girl, 5 dies after attack by 3 dogs
Five-year-old Aliyah Masaku, who was attacked by three dogs in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State, has died.
NDLEA arrests 19 IDPs
The Borno command of the Nigeria Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) said it arrested 19 Internally Displaced Persons(IDPs) for alleged…
Pictures: Exotic Cars Seized From Ex-Customs Boss
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered 17 “exotic vehicles’’ in a warehouse belonging to a former Comptroller-General…
You Are A Liar, Nigerian Army Tells Amnesty International
The Nigerian Army has described as spurious fabrications a report by the Amnesty International (AI) alleging death of 240 people,…
Modu Sheriff promises to reopen PDP secretariat
The Wadata Plaza building, national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja is to be reopened before Friday.
Ideye moves to China, joins Mikel Obi
Brown Ideye has become the latest Nigerian to head to the Chinese Super League, after joining Tianjin Teda.
Africa seeks 10 World Cup slots
Africa is looking to double the number of places it has at an expanded World Cup from the 2026 finals.
EFCC recovers 17 exotic cars from Ex-Customs Boss
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered 17 “exotic vehicles’’ in a warehouse belonging to a former Comptroller-General…
Buhari speaks on phone with Gov Ganduje
To allay the fears of Nigerians about his health once again, President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday spoke with Governor Abdullahi…
Gunmen snatch 2 German archaeologists in Southern Kaduna
Unidentified gunmen have abducted two German archaeologists in the troubled Southern Kaduna, Kaduna State.
‘Buharism’ and 2017 Budget
By Folarin Ademosu When Mr. Babatunde Fashola, minister of power, works and housing, was asked by the Senate Committee on…
Strike: Kogi workers issue 7 days ultimatum
Workers under the aegies of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Kogi State have threatened to embark on warning strike if…
Delta sets up 6 special courts to try kidnappers
The Delta state judiciary has set up six special courts to ensure speedy trial of kidnappers.
Court dissolves 11-year old marriage
The Customary Court situated at Mapo Hall Area of Ibadan, capital of Oyo State on Wednesday dissolved an 11-year old…
Madrid stumble in La Liga title race, lose to Valencia
Real Madrid’s bid to extend its lead at the top of La Liga to four points suffer setback as it…
United zoom into Europa League round of 16
Manchester United eased into the last 16 of the Europa League with victory at Saint-Etienne but goalscorer Henrikh Mkhitaryan could…
Lagos PDP vows to reclaim mandate from defected lawmakers
The Lagos State chapter of People Democratic Party (PDP), has vowed to drag the six lawmakers in the State House…
Akiolu: I’ll fight against ex-Obasanjo’s corrupt ally from becoming president
Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu on Wednesday vowed to fight against a corrupt bigwig who served with former President Olusegun…
Teenage Mom Dumps 4 Months Old Baby Under Oshodi Bridge
A four-month old baby boy dumped under Oshodi bridge, Lagos, southwest Nigeria, has been rescued.