Author: Kazeem Ugbodaga
Eight Boko Haram terrorists shot dead, one captured, four motorcycles recovered
This came after the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen. Farouk Yahaya, charged troops to redouble their efforts in smoking…
Christmas Day tragedy: Gunmen shoot four persons dead in Delta
DSP Bright Edafe, Spokesman of the Delta State Police Command who confirmed the tragic incident to journalists clarified that two…
Arsenal extend lead after thrashing West Ham
Arsenal equalised few minutes after the break. Martin Odegaard provided Bukayo Saka with a nice pass inside the box. It…
NBA reacts to brutal killing of member by police in Lagos
Chairman, NBA, Lagos branch, Ikechukwu Uwanna, in a statement on Monday said at about 5pm on Sunday, when everyone was…
Boxing Day tragedy: Two men drown trying to save another at Lagos beach
According to Oke-Osanyintolu, on arrival at the scene of the incident, it was observed that two persons at the beach…
JUST IN: Lagos shuts Wonderland after guest was electrocuted
The Director General of the Lagos State Safety Commission, Lanre Mojola in a joint inspection with the Lagos State Task…
U.S. supports NDLEA with forensic, intelligence, prosecution tools
The latest support from the U.S. Department of States Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) comes on…
Lawyer’s killing: Sanwo-Ou shocked, vows speedy justice
The Governor expressed shock and sadness over the mindless shooting of “a harmless citizen” by a police officer whose primary…
GOtv Boxing Night 27 holds Today
The show, which is a special combo of music and boxing, will feature six international and local boxing bouts, and…
Police’s killing of Lagos lawyer: IGP orders speedy investigation
The IGP, in a statement issued by Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, condemned the shooting and killing of Raheem, a…
Lagos shuts popular Quilox Club over non-compliance with directive
Reacting to the seal off exercise, the General Manager, LASEPA, Dr. Dolapo Fasawe disclosed that the agency received several distress…
Kukah gives Buhari pass mark on infrastructure development
He called for more alignment on anti-corruption efforts, noting that Nigerians acknowledged that there had been a measurable improvement in…
Terrorist kingpins, over 100 others killed in military air strike
By Yahaya Isah The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says it has neutralised over 100 terrorists including some of their leaders…
Why I will flee Abuja after my tenure expires – Buhari
He explained that his decision not to make Abuja a permanent abode is to allow his successor a free hand…
Christmas tragedy: Cross River man Bassey kills girlfriend’s sister, dumps her in septic tank
Chukwuma said that the suspect, Eyo Bassey, who is currently in custody, has confessed to the crime following his arrest…
Nollywood actor Francis Duru celebrates Christmas with family
Duru, born on July 27, 1969, is a Nigerian actor who in 2007 received the United Nations Ambassador of Peace award for his…
NDLEA intercepts Xmas Colorado, cannabis juice consignments at Lagos airport, seaport
NDLEA spokesman, Femi Babafemi, in a statement on Sunday said at least, 12 suspects including two dock workers and a…
Buhari sued over failure to probe spending on ‘social intervention programmes’
SERAP is also asking the court to “direct and compel President Buhari to ensure that suspected perpetrators of corruption and…
Yuletide: FRSC deploys 5 ambulances, 1,000 men in Sokoto
According to him, FRSC ensures wider awareness initiatives in different media outfits, collaborate with National Union of Road Transport Workers…
Tinubu addresses Nigerians on Christmas (Video)
Tinubu, in a viral video, said "May the joy and great gift of this Christmas be the renewed hope that…
Why next year is very important for Nigeria – Sanwo-Olu
The Governor implored Lagosians to protect and use infrastructure provided by the government very well so that incoming generations can…
Christmas: Jonathan sends important message to Nigerians
In a statement released by his media office on Saturday, Dr. Jonathan urged Nigerians to “approach this season of Christmas…
Nigerian drug baron Anthony smashed in India, faces 20-year-jail term
According to the CCB police, Anthony, who arrived in India four years ago on a business visa, has remained in…
Suspected Nigerian fraudster Osasogie smashed for duping German €17,000 fraud
A statement issued by EFCC's spokesman, Wilson Uwujaren on Friday said the 21-year-old was arrested recently by the Commission following…
I will end incessant lecturers’ strike, if elected – Obi
Speaking in Yenagoa, during the party’s campaign in Bayelsa, Obi also promised to clean all the environmental pollution in the…
Troops ambush bandits, kill 10, destroy camps in Kaduna
Aruwan said “According to feedback to the Kaduna State Government, the troops set up ambush positions at bandits’ crossing points…
Renown Music lecturer, Oikelome appointed Professor
Albert Oikelome has been appointed full Professor of Musicology and Performance Studies at the Department of Creative Arts (Music) University…
Fire razes vehicle at Lagos Television premises (Videos, photos)
After emptying about five large fire extinguishers, an explosion was heard inside the car followed by huge balls of fire…
Plan your movement: Lagos shuts part of Oshodi-Apapa Expressway
Oladeinde said the launching of beams at the Second Rainbow Bus stop necessitated this diversion to prevent vehicular interference and…
TheNEWS, PM NEWS wish customers Merry Christmas, Happy New Year
The Management and staff of Independent Communications Network Limited (ICNL), publisher of TheNEWS and PM NEWS wish our esteemed customers…