Author: Isa Isawade
NDLEA busts 34 drug suspects in FCT
He listed drug hotspots raided to include Torabora, Dei-dei, Wuse Zone 4, Wuse Zone 3, Banex, Garki Village, Area 1,…
Earliest, most complete Hebrew Bible auctioned, sold for $38.1m
After a four-minute bidding war, the auction was won by a U.S. non-profit which intended to gift it to the…
Soludo sad over attack on US Embassy staff’s convoy
Soludo said his administration had in the last one year worked very hard with gallant security forces to massively degrade…
Suspected kidnappers kill 1, abduct 3 in Kwara
The Spokesman of the command, SP Ajayi Okasanmi, said the incident took place on Tuesday at Ijara-Isin, in Isin Local…
APGA jettisons zoning for party positions in Anambra
“Consequently, the Anambra state Congress Committee urges all aspirants to disregard any micro zoning of positions set out for the…
Senate Presidency: APC support group describes Akpabio/Jibril choice as best
“As supporters we are solely behind the decision of our president-elect and leadership of our party for this wise decision…
Buhari writes Gen. Aliyu Gusau
Buhari lauded Gusau for playing major roles in shaping the political and economic history of Nigeria, especially on security and…
Buhari mourns Methodist Church Prelate Emeritus Mbang
“Having retired as prelate in 2006, Mbang, until his transition at 86, remained an invaluable voice of reason and source…
5 Ugborodo Communities picket Chevron
They were armed with placards of various inscriptions such as: “We want our PIA as host communities Ugborodo”; “Enough of…
Okowa reacts to news of bridge collapse in Delta
“What happened was that with the diversion of the Obo river, coupled with a lot of rains, the road collapsed."
Why women should check blood pressure regularly – ESC
“The risk for cardiovascular disease increases at a lower blood pressure level in women compared to men."
Over 15,000 driver’s licences unclaimed in FCT
He however said while some of the motorists might have deliberately refused to collect the licence, others may have relocated…
Alleged fear of impeachment: Gbajabiamila adjourns plenary indefinitely
“Last week because of this same programme the House adjourned, the plenary was not in session but today because of…
Resident Doctors’ strike: We ‘ve started negotiations – FG
“The situation with the doctors’ strike is of concern to government and the negotiations have been on-going."
202 die of COVID-19 infection in Oyo – NCDC
According to him, COVID-19 is still in existence in Oyo State and Nigeria in general, but people were not really…
N800m amnesty fraud: Court rejects ECOBANK’S motion against FG
Justice Inyang Ekwo, in a ruling, ordered Isaac Oguche, counsel that appeared for the commercial bank, to put the respondents…
Good news for farmers as Gombe gov’t launches agric extension clinic
Hussaini said some of the extension services being provided to farmers include knowledge on the right seeds, how to boost…
Diezani asks court to vacate bench warrant against her
The ex-minister, in a five-ground attached with the motion, said the bench warrant was issued without jurisdiction, and ought to…
10th Senate Presidency: APC N/West supports Akpabio, Barau
"We see the joined ticket of Sen. Godswill Akpabio and Sen. Barau Jibrin as a wise leadership for the 10th…
Alleged N25m fraud: IGP files charge against Lagos businessman, others
The five alleged accomplices are Mayowa Janet Ogundein, Ahmed Alli, Olubunmi Alli, Meetneeds Investment Services Limited and Mayor Farms and…
58 kidnap victims rescued in Abuja
“The bandits were overwhelmed and escaped with various degrees of bullet injuries leaving behind their victims,” she said.
94 suspected commercial sex workers busted in Delta
“During the operation, 59 male suspects and 94 female suspected to be commercial sex workers were arrested,” he said.
836 Nigerians evacuated from Sudan arrive in Abuja
“I am happy to inform you that Max Air and Azman are airborne and are expected to arrive in Abuja…
10th NASS Speakership: Group hails Tinubu, APC’s choice of Rep. Tajudeen
They said the party's decision was in line with democratic best practices, by choosing Tajudeen (APC-Kaduna) from the North West…
Ooni’s queen leads devotees as Ife celebrates Osara festival
“I hereby pray that the Almighty Olodumare answers all our prayers through Osara, a committed servant of God the creator,”…
Fears as Zamfara bandits relocate to Katsina
“If nothing is done immediately, these terrorists will pose a serious security threat to many surrounding local government areas, including…
2024 NSF: Ogun, FG signs MoU
"I want to assure you that like you have said to me that the one in Edo was a very…
Date fixed for burial of renowned political scientist Prof. Onyeoziri
Professor Fred Onyeoziri, a renowned political scientist, columnist, political analyst and former lecturer at the University of Ibadan will be…
Buhari, Malami sued for failing to recover double pay from ex-governors
According to the anti-corruption organisation, the federal government has refused to recover over N40 billion double pay and life pensions…
Breastfed babies have lower risks of diabetes, other diseases – Nutritionist
“In the long term, breastfed children, especially exclusively breastfed infants, have been found to have a lower risk of developing…