Year: 2021
WHO worries over COVID-19 strains in Nigeria, Botswana, South Africa, 2 others
A World Health Organisation official has warned that the five COVID-19 strains found in several African countries could undermine efforts…
Don’t pick passengers without face masks, Edo govt. warns transporters
By Jethro Ibileke/Benin Alarmed by the increasing number of persons that have tested positive for the Coronavirus pandemic, the Edo…
Soldiers kill kidnapper, rescue abducted woman in Edo
By Jethro Ibileke/Benin Soldiers on escort duty on Wednesday, in Benin, Edo state, shot and killed a yet-to-be-identified kidnap suspect.…
PDP knocks Anambra Govt. over sales of assets
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticized Anambra Government on the planned sales of some government assets in the state.
LSEB to prioritise safety, health of staff
The General Manager, Lagos State Electricity Board, LSEB, Engr. Mukhtaar Tijani has reinstated the commitment of the Board to implement…
We‘ll tackle youth restiveness through sporting activities – Makinde
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Thursday, said that the state government would tackle the challenges of youth restiveness…
Ogun Police storm drug dealers’ hideout, recover cash, Indian Hemp
Officers of the Ogun State Police Command have stormed drug dealers' hideout in Ojurin, Lafenwa areas of Abeokuta, and recovered…
Guinea Bissau President Mbalo taps Tonto Dikeh
Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh has been given a new appointment by Guinea Bissau President, Umaro Sissoco Mbalo to lead a…
Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez set to perform at Biden inauguration
Lady Gaga and Jennifer Lopez are lined up to perform at the inauguration ceremony of President-elect Joe Biden.
Important announcement on Third Mainland Bridge
Works and Housing minister Babatunde Raji Fashola announced the full re-opening date for the Lagos Third Mainland Bridge, partially shut…
FUTO student Uwachukwu a.k.a Rodrigo charged with internet fraud
Michael Uwachukwu a.k.a Rodrigo, a student of Federal University of Technology, Owerri, has been docked by the EFCC in Port…
Date of Manchester United, Liverpool FA Cup tie confirmed
Manchester United will play Liverpool at Old Trafford in the fourth round of the Emirates FA Cup on Sunday 24…
My imprisonment by Abacha and the Ndubuisi Kanu I knew – Obasanjo
Former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has described Rear Admiral Ndubuisi Kanu (rtd) as a real patriot who remained focus in…
N1.5 m Land Scam: Court sends two to jail in Enugu
The journey to prison for the duo started on January 16, 2016, when their victim petitioned the Commission, alleging that…
Photo News: Scorpion visits Makinde in office
Governor Seyi Makinde has received World Boxing Federation's Super Featherweight Champion, Ridwan Oyekola a.k.a Scorpion in his office.
Berlusconi rushed to hospital in Monaco
Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has been urgently admitted to hospital in Monaco because of heart problems, a spokesman…
Are aliens in other planets? CIA releases troves of UFO documents
The CIA has released troves of UFO records covering several decades and they are yours to download if you want…
What Nigerians should do before criticizing my administration – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari said Nigerians especially the elite should reflect on past and present events before criticizing his administration.
Breaking: At last, FG approves Jan. 18 re-opening of schools
The Federal Government on Thursday agreed that all schools should be re-opened on Monday, January 18 across the country.
2023 presidency: Plateau Speaker challenges Yahaya Bello
By Peter Amine The Speaker of the Plateau House of Assembly, Abok Ayuba has challenged Governor Yahaya Bello to grant…
13 traffic robbers busted in Lagos
The Lagos State Police Command on Thursday said its men have arrested 13 suspected traffic robbers in the State.
e-Procurement: Lagos PPA trains procurement officers of 20 MDAs
In preparation for the deployment of e-Procurement Solution Modules to the procurement processes of 20 additional Ministries, Departments and Agencies…
Alaafin ecstatic as he celebrates 50-year on the throne
By Muhaimin Olowoporoku First-class monarch and ruler of Oyo kingdom, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi has expressed ecstasy and delight as he…
Quit Lagos Airport bridge within 2 weeks: Fashola issues ultimatum to traders
The Minister of Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola on Thursday gave a two weeks quit notice to artisans plying…
No basis for public school teachers’ strike – Edo govt.
Edo State Government has said that the plan by the state chapter of Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), to embark…
Shocker: Ilorin Pastors brainwash church members to disown parents, burn certificates
By Afusat Agunbide -Oladipo Two pastors in Ilorin, Kwara State, Olumide Peter and Jasulayomi Adetola, are in trouble for allegedly…
2023 Presidency: Southwest speakers, top ex-lawmakers unite for Tinubu
Current and former Speakers of various legislative houses in the south-western part of Nigeria have agreed to unite in support…
Africa to get 900m doses of COVID-19 vaccines in 2021 – Official
By Cecilia Ologunagba The World Health Organisation (WHO) through COVAX facility and Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa…
I wanted my husband in bondage till he serves his purpose – Woman tells court
By Muhaimin Olwoporoku A customary court sitting in Ibadan has dissolved the 15 -year -old marriage of Olubunmi Faseyitan to…
Suspected thief burnt alive in Ibadan
A suspected thief was set ablaze by a mob around Leventis area of Ibadan, Oyo State on Thursday morning.