Author: Isa Isawade
Customs intercepts petrol worth N10.8m en route to Cameroon
He assured that the command would sustain the fight against the menace of smuggling, saying: “We have strategically deployed our…
Man lands in prison for faking kidnap to collect $50,000 ransom
They claimed Dumebi was in their custody and that the complainants must pay the sum of $50,000 equivalent to N31,150,000…
Ex-Ohanaeze Sec-gen. insists Ikwerre are Igbo
"Ikwerre land is Igbo land. The man (Dibia) wanted to become popular by issuing a statement challenging Iwuanyanwu. For example,…
Wike’s security initiatives in FCT applauded
“I am using this opportunity to commend the strong partnership between the FCT Minister and the FCT Commissioner of Police,…
The request Okonjo-Iweala made after meeting Meghan
She noted that women face many challenges while trying to become leaders, calling for an enabling environment for the gender.
What dance culture will do for China, Nigeria bilateral relations – Envoy
“The China-Nigeria Dance Competition represents a continuation of this productive partnership and a significant step towards strengthening people-to-people ties,” Sulaiman…
CBN extends processing fees on cash deposits to Sept. 30
The cybersecurity levy will now be added to the already existing bank charges like transfer fees, stamp duty, charges on…
Japan govt to confer national honour on Nigerian Prof. Ogbonna
“His work established a valuable network of contacts between academics in both countries, paving the way for further collaboration and…
Ex-Aviation minister Hadi Sirika, others to be arraigned Thursday
Sirika was invited by the Abuja Zonal Command of the commission on the alleged contract malfeasance and was promptly interrogated…
ALGON accuses Fubara of withholding LG funds, backs impeachment call
The LG chairmen said the action of the Governor was tantamount to proscribing local government councils in the state.
ICAN Amendment Bill scales 2nd reading
“The number was subsequently increased to 25 in accordance with the provisions of the act, with membership strength of over…
Breaking: Fubara bars all LGA heads from appearing before Rivers Assembly
"I am directed to inform you/ all officers of the 23 Local Government Councils in Rivers State, not to honour/appear…
Peter Obi attacks Tinubu over Cybersecurity Levy
“It is inconceivable to expect the suffering citizens of Nigeria to separately fund all activities of the government. Policies such…
Floods death toll in Kenya rises to 238 as heavy rains continue
Mwaura said 47,000 households are displaced, while a total of 286,011 people have been impacted by the heavy rains and…
Tinubu to inaugurate Funtua Inland Dry Port tomorrow
“Establishment of inland dry port will bring shipping and port services closer to the importers and exporters at the hinterland."
Atiku lied on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project – Group
He said that Nigerians should focus on the capabilities, integrity and service delivery of the company, rather than some mundane…
CDS, COAS petitioned over alleged killing of 10 persons, seizure of 518 cows by soldiers
The family listed those allegedly killed by the soldiers as; Nura Abdussalam, Adamu Abdulkarim, Yusuf Haruna, Buhari Haruna, Kabiru Haruna,…
Stakeholders express mixed feelings over 18 years university admission age
“By aligning registration requirements with the 18-year age limit, these institutions can mitigate the risks associated with underage admissions."
Unbundling of TCN will improve access to electricity – Experts
“The separation of responsibilities between entities allows for a concentrated focus, with transmission services management predominantly revolving around technological aspects,…
3 Sales managers sent to prison for allegedly stealing employer’s N7.8m goods
Police prosecuting Counsel, Ishola Samuel told the Court in the charge marked TB/31/2024 that the defendants committed the offence between…
We are not Igbo, Rivers Ikwerre people reply Ohanaeze
“To us at IPO, Ikwerre is Igbo means that all the ancestral communities in Ikwerre originated from Igbo. This is…
Wike, Sani, others sued ‘over failure to account for N5.9trn, $4.6bn loans
“Many years of allegations of corruption and mismanagement of public funds including the loans obtained by the states and FCT…
Cross-dressing: Parents raise concerns on growing trend
A Bill seeking to prohibit cross-dressing in Nigeria failed to pass a second reading at the House of Representatives in…
Driver crashes vehicle into White House gate, dies
“Security protocols were implemented as officers cleared the vehicle,” it said, adding that “there was no threat to the White…
2 Men land in prison over bank’s N24m property
Haruna told the Court that the defendants took the law into their own hands and damaged the complainant's properties valued…
Impressive: 31 students of 2 Kwara schools score between 300 and 358 in UTME
“We are proud of achievements like this. They serve as shining examples for young ones to work harder, be at…
Diri, Jonathan, others pay last respects to Queen Daukoru
Admitting a huge vacuum had been created by her exit at the age of 55, he called on the family…
Death toll from Kenya floods reaches 179
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura said that 164 adults and 15 children have died from flood-related incidents, with 90 others reported…
I’ll promptly implement new minimum wage, Fubara assures Rivers workers
"We are also committed to implementing the increase in workers’ salaries recently approved by the Federal Government as soon as…
Mining areas record rise in out-of-school children – Report
The study is part of the efforts to implement the Federal Government`s “Roadmap for the Growth and Development of the…