Author: Isa Isawade
Troops eliminate 10 terrorists, recover arms in Katsina, others
“Troops made contact with terrorists at various locations and a firefight ensued following which the troops neutralised seven terrorists, and…
Why Mile 12 Market traders jubilated in Lagos High Court
Justice Oluyemi ordered the extension of the interim order until March 30 after the respondents’ counsel sought an adjournment to…
I-G’s appointment not extended – Minister
“The appointment and confirmation were done as provided for, in Section 7 (3), and Section 7 (6) of the Police…
CBN to sanction banks dispensing old Naira notes
He reminded them that the old N200, N500 and N1,000 notes would cease to be legal tender on Jan. 31,…
2023: Wamakko, Dingyadi lead 369-member APC campaign council in Sokoto
“I cannot thank you enough for your kind dedication and commitment to the ideals of our party which are geared…
Africa’s projected GDP growth in 2023 more than world average – Adesina
“In spite of the challenging external environment, Africa has demonstrated continued resilience with all but one country maintaining positive growth…
SDP deputy governorship candidate defects to APC in C/River
“We have realised that our strength is in the APC and that is why we took the decision to join…
Assembly orders Niger gov’t over Fr. Achi’s killing
Earlier in his motion, Jagaba said that Section 14 (2)(b) of the 1999 Constitution as amended provides that “the security…
How a London University lecturer stabbed wife 10 times after she filed for divorce
According to the news medium, the lecturer who specialised in computer science had been married to Ms Xiao, another "distinguished…
Emeka Anyaoku a source of pride to Nigeria – Tinubu
“At the Commonwealth office where he made his name as an international statesman, Anyaoku represented Nigeria well and for this,…
Buhari hails renowned arts journalist Jahman Anikulapo at 60
The president said that Anikulapo uses his "creative talent to keep the spotlight on arts and culture, adding that his…
FEC okays NNPC Ltd to invest N1.9trn in 44 federal roads
“The Federal Executive Council approved the recommendation to invest in the reconstruction of selected federal roads under the Federal Government…
St. Lawrence fixes date to celebrate 30th Anniversary
The citadel of knowledge which, according to its Proprietor Mrs Kehinde Lucy Adeosun, has gone through thick and thin deserves…
2023 elections: Police warn Osun politicians
“As the general electoral process and political activities for the forthcoming general elections gather momentum, Osun State Police Command is…
Odu’a Company shuts down Premier Hotel
Ayetoro said that the Premier Hotel would be shut down immediately in order to have a safe environment for the…
How 3 hotel workers stole customer’s money in Benue – Police
“That while out of the reception, he discovered that the driver’s side back door glasses of his car was broken…
Gates Foundation budgets US$8.3 billion to fight poverty, disease in 2023
According to the foundation's Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mark Suzman, the non-governmental organisation has budgeted US$8.3 billion to carry out…
Disasters: Lagos releases record of incidents in 2022
“In year 2022, out of the 1,682 incidents LASEMA attended to, 165 incidents occurred in January, 155 in February, 148…
Nadal launches title defence as Australian Open ushers in new era
The 36-year-old is third up at Rod Laver Arena, returning to the centre court where a year ago he conjured…
NAHCON, Saudi coy sign agreement on Hajj services, secure discount
“The pacts signed by the NAHCON boss Hassan and the Chairman of Mutawwif Company, Ahmad Sindy, is part of the…
Lawan, Gbajabiamila issued 7-day ultimatum to cut N228.1bn NASS budget
“We would be grateful if the recommended measures are taken within seven days of the receipt and/or publication of this…
1 killed as diesel laden tanker falls on Apapa–Oshodi Expressway
She said that the tanker on motion reportedly fell on a stationed towing van while negotiating its way out of…
Group takes gender based campaign to ASUP
He said the project was specifically aimed at decreasing the frequency of SGBV, with a particular focus on sexual harassment…
Slave history: Senegal woos tourists to monument in Dakar
According to him, the tourist site is a significant one as it accommodates some of the relics and historical facts…
Ikun Dairy Farm: Ekiti pays N21m compensation to landowners
“We assure the beneficiaries who are farmers, of the government’s support such as the provision of necessary farm inputs to…
AFRIMA: Dakar agog as Tiwa Savage, Psquare, others excite fans
Tiwa Savage dressed in a mini black and white coloured dress, with lettered “T” earrings, thrilled her fans with her…
Zimbabwe police arrest 25 opposition members ahead of presidential election
It wasn’t open to the public at all. The Maintenance of Peace and Order Act only applies to public meetings…
China, Hong Kong resume high-speed rail link after coronavirus curbs
“The resumption of the high-speed railway has made it very convenient for us and has brought us closer to home,”…
Girl, 7, shot outside church in London
Police believe the gunshots came from a moving vehicle which immediately fled the scene. The funeral the victims were attending…
Jonathan to politicians: Allow Judiciary to function
His words: “I advise politicians that while in office, let us not try to blackmail the judiciary because it is…