Author: Kazeem Ugbodaga
Pregnant woman, widow arrested over N3.2m counterfeit cash, lethal illicit substance
The suspects are eight-month pregnant Favour Peter, 24; Esther Adukwu, 27, and Ochigbo Michael, 39, who were arrested at Jabi…
Chibok: 21 released girls came with 34 children – Report
According to Aisha Muhammed-Oyebode: "In the ten years since the Chibok kidnapping caused global outrage, very little has changed on…
World reacts to Iran’s massive attack on Israel
British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak condemned the attack on Israel, saying "I condemn in the strongest terms the Iranian regime's…
Updated: Iran fires over 300 drones, missiles at Israel in retaliatory attack
Iran had warned that Israel would be "punished" for a strike on its consulate in Syria on 1 April. Seven…
Lagos seeks help in locating woman seen assaulting baby in viral video
The woman further pushed the baby to the ground and stepped on the infant’s stomach with her two legs.
Lagos issues urgent drowning prevention advisory
Mojola urged facility operators to ensure the presence of certified lifeguards during operational hours, display clear safety rules and emergency…
Man falls off from three-storey building in London, dies
It was gathered that the Metropolitan Police rushed to the scene in Gough Walk after being called by paramedics.
Edo condemns clash between LP candidate, Akpata and UNIBEN SUG
The clash occurred on Friday, during a visit by the Senior Advocate to the Ugbowo campus of the University.
20 Yoruba nation agitators arrested in Ibadan for invading Assembly complex
A group of persons allegedly invaded the complex located at the Government Secretariat vicinity in an attempt to take it…
Sanwo-Olu urges Nigerians to refrain from speaking negatively about Nation
Sanwo-Olu urged parents to guide their children right, reiterating that it is the responsibility of the parents to raise their…
Ruthless Man. City demolish Luton to move top
Six minutes later, an amazing individual effort from Jeremy Doku ended with a strike from inside the penalty area. He…
Kidnapped Channels TV reporter, Joshua Rogers, regains freedom
It was not clear whether ransom was paid. Earlier, unconfirmed reports had it that his kidnappers had demanded N30 million.
Dangote Sugar, GTCO lead losers table at Nigerian Exchange Market
Specifically, investors lost N412 billion or 0.71 per cent, as the market capitalisation, which opened at N58.276 trillion, closed at…
Four deadly London men jailed 73 years for Euston shooting
On 14 January 2023, at approximately 13:30, a drive-by shooting was committed with a shotgun outside St Aloysius Roman Catholic Church in Euston, London, England, where a memorial service for…
Tinubu to governors, NASS leadership: Let’s unite to make Nigerian greater
Led by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, the delegation included Senate President Godswill Akpabio; the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen…
1,656 patients treated, 105 surgeries conducted at Lulu-Briggs Foundation’s medical mission
The foundation said within the first two days, 1,656 patients, comprising men, women, and children, received free treatment and medication.
Nigeria’s Boniface hits target in Leverkusen’s win over West Ham
One minute into added time, Hofmann sent a superb cross into the box. Boniface latched on to it and from…
Nigeria’s Wale Adebanwi wins Guggenheim Award
Adebanwi holds a Ph.D in Political Science from the University of Ibadan and another Ph.D in Social Anthropology from the…
Debacle at Anfield as Atalanta thrash Liverpool
Scamacca doubled Atalanta's lead in the 60th minute. Charles De Ketelaere put a cross into the box and found Scamacca,…
Harry Kane’s three children injured in car crash
The accident happened in Bavaria, Germany as the England captain travelled to London with Bayern Munich ahead of their Champions…
Odili dares Wike, endorses Fubara as political leader in Rivers
Odili urged Fubara to act with the awareness that the state is strategically important to the country because of the…
How Tinubu reacted to death of ex-Abia’s Governor Ogbonnaya Onu
The president extended his deepest condolences to the Onu family over the passing of Chief Ogbonnaya Onu. Onu passed away…
Life and time of Abia’s first civilian governor Onu: 13 quick facts
Onu, in his life time had impacted the people of Abia State as the first civilian governor and also on…
Sanwo-Olu: Dosunmu market fire a complete disaster, we’ll demolish defective buildings
Sanwo-Olu said the Government would come hard on structures and properties not conforming to the Government’s guidelines across markets. The…
O.J. Simpson, NFL star controversially acquitted in murder of ex-wife, is dead
Once a popular figure with the American public, Simpson's professional success was later overshadowed by his trial and controversial acquittal for…
Death of Nollywood actor Junior Pope devastating – Peter Obi
"I am shocked by the reports of the death of yet another vibrant Nollywood actor, Pope Obumneme Odonwodo, popularly known…
Excos fingered as UrbanPrime2 Estate residents face water crisis over unpaid bills
The statement said the water supply to the estate was suspended due to the Excos’ negligence in paying the requisite…
Barcelona edge PSG in five-goal thriller in Paris
Barcelona took the lead again in the 77th minute. Ilkay Gundogan, who took over corner duties, expertly found Andreas Christensen,…
Nollywood actor Junior Pope escapes death by whisker, survives boat mishap
Earlier in the day, there were rumours that the actor had died after the boat he was in with three…
Eid-el-Fitr: Minister charges Nigerians to recover lost values
The minister called on Nigerians to condemn all the dastardly acts by terrorists, hoping that they will draw from the…