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Senate approves N257.18bn budget for Customs
The Senate, on Wednesday, approved the sum of N257,183,671,694.71 as budget for the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for the 2021…
JUST IN: Senate approves $1.5bn, €995m external loans for FG
The Nigerian senate has given the Federal Government the nod to borrow $1.5bn and €995m from foreign bodies.
What I will remember slain Chad’s president Idriss Deby for – Jonathan
Nigeria's former President, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan has revealed what he would remember late Chad's president, Idriss Deby for.
Why PDP’s NWC should suspend Babangida Aliyu – Wike
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has called on the National Working Committee, NWC, of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to…
Those agitating for secession can’t intimidate Buhari – Presidency
The presidency has said those agitating for secession of Nigeria cannot intimidate President Muhammadu Buhari by their unbecoming actions.
DSO: Completion impossible in three years, say broadcasting experts
Many broadcasting industry experts and stakeholders have described as fantasy the Federal Government’s projection that the country’s Digital Switchover (DSO)…
Two dead as rival cult groups clash in Benin
A renewed cult clash between members of Black Axe and Eiye confraternity groups, has reportedly resulted in the death of…
Oyo to build new Governor’s lodge with N1.2bn
Oyo State Executive Council has approved N1.2 billion for the construction of new governor's lodge in Abuja.
Massive raid: 14 suspected Internet fraudsters busted in Lagos
Operatives of the Lagos Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested 14 suspected internet fraudsters.
10 quick facts about slain Chadian hero President Idriss Déby
President Idriss Déby of Chad was killed at the weekend at the battle front with rebel groups in the country.
Lagos charges Traffic Radio on proactiveness
Lagos State Government has charged its Traffic Radio to brace up in supporting the agenda of the state government, in…
Senate probes Customs invasion of shops at Bodija market
The Senate, on Tuesday, mandated the Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions to investigate the alleged invasion of Rice…
I’m a lion, king of the jungle – Fani-Kayode boasts
Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode has branded himself a lion and the king of the jungle who never forgave a…
Senate confirms Usman as NPC Commissioner
The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Muhammad Dattijo Usman as a Federal Commissioner of the National Population Commission.
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Chad’s President Idriss Déby killed in battle with rebels
President of Chad, Idriss Déby has been killed in battle with rebels in the northern part of the country.
Senate begins probe of CCT boss Umar over assault allegation
The Senate, on Tuesday, waded into assault allegations leveled against the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal, Danladi Umar…
Nigeria’s Chukwudi Opara busted in India over N9.4m scam
A suspected Nigerian scammer, Henry Chukwudi Opara, has been arrested in India over alleged Rs 18.50 lakh (₦9,397,082.50) gift scam.
NBA’s protest useless – Wike
Governor Nyesom Wike has described as unnecessary and useless the protest by members of Nigeria Bar Association,NBA, in solidarity with…
NNPC drops important announcement on fuel hike
The Nigerian National Petroleum corporation (NNPC) on Monday said it will not increase the ex-depot price of Premium Motor spirit…
Ecobank announces first 50 beneficiaries of Super Reward Scheme
The first set of beneficiaries of Ecobank Nigeria Super Reward scheme has emerged. 50 customers will receive N25, 000 each.
Why I am shocked and saddened – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari says he is shocked and saddened in the wake of the ethnic clashes in the South Eastern…
Sanwo-Olu goes after corrupt civil servants, contractors with anti-corruption law
Corrupt civil servants and contractors in Lagos are in trouble as Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Monday signed into law Public…
Sanwo-Olu honours AK-47 wielding cop Erhabor assaulted by civilian
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Monday honoured ASP Sunday Erhabor for displaying professionalism and self-restraint when harassed by a…
Fani-Kayode suspends staff for calling Dasuki a traitor
Critic, Femi Fani-Kayode has suspended one of his staff for using his twitter handle to insult and call former National…
YouTube’s suspension of Emmanuel TV is God’s work – T.B. Joshua
Founder of Synagogue Church of All Nations, SCOAN, Prophet T.B. Joshua has said the suspension of Emmanuel TV by YouTube…
The Ark: How two church members sowed N1bn, $1m seeds – Oyedepo
Presiding Bishop, Living Faith Worldwide, David Oyedepo has revealed how two members of the church sowed seeds of N1 billion…
Why Lagos is shutting down Opebi Road
The Lagos State Government has announced plan to close Opebi Road for the next stage of construction of the Collector…
Modu Ari notorious Boko Haram’s informant busted by troops
A notorious Boko Haram's informant, Modu Ari has been arrested by Troops of Operation Lafiya Dole in Yobe State.
Kelechi Iheanacho takes Leicester to FA Cup final after 52 years
Nigeria's Kelechi Iheanacho scored the only goal of the match on Sunday as Leicester City beat Southampton to reach the…
JUST IN: PDP sweeps Rivers LG poll
The Peoples Democratic Party PDP, has swept the 23 Local Government Chairmanship seats and all the wards as announced by…