Author: Kazeem Ugbodaga
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…
Multiple accident claims one life, four others injured in Lagos
Oke-Osanyintolu said further information gathered at the scene revealed that the truck driver lost control due to mechanical fault (brake…
I’ll unveil my preferred Presidential candidate in January – Wike
He said Nigerians needed to know a reliable candidate that they could trust to deliver the needed national transformation with…
Chinese national Fan Yu, 11 bandits shot dead in Zamfara
According to him, the police operatives who responded to the distress call regarding the ambush neutralized 11 bandits while others…
JUST IN: AfDB President Akinwunmi Adesina’s mother is dead
Adesina took to his twitter handle to announce the death of his mother on Thursday.
Tinubu meets entrepreneurs in Lagos: What he plans to do with nation’s challenges
The APC candidate said since it is the responsibility of government to secure lives and properties of citizens, if elected,…
Cleaner, nanny accused of stealing employer’s N9m property sent to Kirikiri Prison
Miracle Phillip Umorem, 27, a cleaner and Mary Effiong, 27, a nanny were accused of perpetrating the act after their…
Buhari delivers crucial statement on Tinubu’s presidential ambition
According to him, he is ready at all times to campaign for the presidential candidate and all party candidates with…