Author: Kazeem Ugbodaga
Suspected fraudster Michael arraigned for alleged N1.8bn scam
Addressing the court, the Prosecuting Counsel, Chukwu Agwu told the court that the alleged offences were committed between the 2020…
Governor Yusuf appoints 15 Special Advisers
Their appointments followed a resolution passed by Kano State House of Assembly, on Monday, giving Governor Yusuf a nod to…
Anambra: Police arrest 11 suspects for rape, defilement
In a statement issued on Monday in Awka by DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, the police spokesman, the CP decried the rate…
Naira fights back, posts marginal gain over Dollar
The Naira increased by 1.07 per cent when compared with N803.90 which it exchanged to the dollar on July 14.
Gunmen invade palace, kill Imo traditional ruler
In a statement issued by the command’s Spokesman, ASP Henry Okoye, the state police boss noted that Mmirioma died while…
Court sentences prophet, one other to death for killing LASU student
It would be recalled that Owolabi Adeeko on Dec. 8, 2019, lured Favour Oladele (his supposed girlfriend) from Mowe, Ogun…
Lagos declares war on quackery, shuts 40 health facilities in six months
Idowu stated that majority of the health facilities were shut because they were unregistered, adding that aside the facilities that…
Truckload of ammunition enroute Anambra intercepted by Nigerian troops
By Kazeem Ugbodaga Troops of 192 Battalion, Nigerian Army operating in 81 Division Area of Responsibility have busted an international…
Tinubu lands in Abuja from Kenya (Photos)
Tinubu was received by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Senator George Akume; Chief of Staff, Femi…
Four Yahoo Boys bag two-year jail terms in Kaduna
The convicts are Emmanuel Ogbu ( aka Ewelina Ruminska), Cornelius Oyathekhua ( aka Collins Fredrick), Daniel Emmanuel ( aka Bob…
60 lawyers drag DSS to court over refusal to release Emefiele
The lawyers said that by the judgments and orders of Justice M. A. Hassan, Justice Hamza Muazu and Justice Bello…
Lagos police intercept illicit drugs worth N13m
A statement issued by the command's spokesman, Benjamin Hundeyin on Monday said the interception occurred on Wednesday July 12, 2023…
Why I went on self-exile after I was rigged out in 2018 Osun governorship – Adeleke
Speaking further, the Governor noted that "After a manipulated judicial process, I went on self-exile for two major reasons. Firstly,…
Nigeria’s inflation jumps to 22.79 percent, as prices of food shoot up
The NBS said in June 2023, the headline inflation rate rose to 22.79% relative to May 2023 headline inflation rate…
Moment Tinubu departed Kenya for Nigeria (Photos)
While in Kenya, Tinubu had reaffirmed Africa’s unity and strength, while strongly rejecting the notion of a new scramble for…
Soyinka to Tinubu: We demand annual public holiday for traditionalists
Soyinka said traditionalists had been neglected for too long in the nation, saying they have had enough.
FIFA Women’s World Cup: Super Falcons arrive Brisbane camp
The nine-time African champions will begin her campaign on Friday against Canada before meeting hosts Australia on July 27 and…
African leaders reaffirm commitment to integration, development, cooperation
The leaders, representing the Bureau of the Assembly of the African Union (AU) and Chairpersons of the eight Regional Economic…
Victory Gbakara wins Nigerian Idol season 8
Gbakara was announced winner at the season finale on Sunday, having secured more votes from viewers than runner-up, Precious Mac.
Lagos sales apprentice Emenike accused of stealing employer’s N7m lands in prison
The four others charged with Emenike over the alleged fraud included Bright Ndubuishi, 28; Kekereekun Nofisat, 28; a POS Operator,…
Sporting Lagos defeat Remo Stars to emerge Naija Super 8 Champions
With the victory, the Lagos side received the prestigious tournament trophy, and a N25m prize money. This was in addition…
Breaking: Alcaraz is new King of Wimbledon, ends Djokovic’s dominance
Alcaraz defeated the tennis superstar 1-6 7-6 (8-6) 6-1 3-6 6-4 to claim the title and becomes the new King…
Sha’Carri topples Shericka to win Women’s 100m race at Silesia Diamond League
The American charged late to win in 10.76 seconds and defeat the fastest woman in the world this year. Jackson…
Tobi Amusan storms to 100m Women Hurdles victory at Silesia Diamond League
The world champions shrugged off the challenge of two Americans-Ken Harrison and Nia Ali to storm to the finishing line…
Zulum pays surprise midnight visit to hospital in Gwoza: What he saw shocked him
Zulum was on a one-day working visit to Gwoza. He spent the night in the town which is the headquarter…
Prince Arthur Eze donates N200m to Azman varsity
He recalled his long standing relationship with prominent figures in the North right from the days of the first civilian…
Why the fuss over FG’s fuel subsidy palliative of N8,000 to 12 million households for six months?
For the education and information of our people, lest they be led astray by arm chair critics, social intervention programmes…
Plan your movement: Lagos issues important information on Eko Bridge
Toriola confirmed that the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) personnel had been deployed to control and manage traffic around…
Uzodimma raises workers salary, announces N5bn loan for farmers
The governor also announced N5 billion revolving loan for farmers, as well as free transportation and medical care.
Diesel tanker crushes female egg seller to death on Otedola Bridge
Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Dr. Femi Oke-Osanyintolu, said on arrival at the scene of the accident,…