Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Shettima inaugurates 2 new aircraft for Cross River’s Cally Air
Gov. Bassey Otu said that the state government planned to increase the fleet of Cally Air to seven.
‘How 18-year-old student staged self-kidnap plot to scam mother of N50 million’
The suspect had also contacted his brother, in Kaduna State, who provided them with accommodation in Karji Village, Sabon-Tasha, Kaduna,…
Lagos court remands 7 men for belonging to Eiye, Aiye confraternities
They allegedly assaulted one Adenekan, using a cutlass and stones to inflict grievous injuries on his head and other parts…
Four officers injured, 16 inmates escape in Keffi jail break
The inmates breached the facility’s security, attacked personnel on duty and compromised the situation, enabling the escape.
Kidnapper arrested after father of victim identified him
Investigation revealed that a ransom of N300,000, a carton of energy drinks, packets of cigarette, foodstuffs and recharge cards were…
Egbetokun elevates police legal section to directorate status, appoints director
"The move is designed to create a clear institutional identity for the Force’s legal operations, strengthen cohesion, and secure recognition…
Owo church attack: Court remands 5 suspects in DSS custody
The terror attack, which occurred on June 5, 2022, at St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo in Ondo State left over…
Trump demands immediate removal of homeless people from U.S. capital
Two weeks ago, the U.S. president had announced plans to take action against homeless people near the White House.
Ibom Air speaks on assault of Uyo–Lagos flight crew by unruly passenger
She slapped her several times and when the other cabin crew member tried to intervene, she slapped her too. She…
‘How Police nabbed alleged killers of Abuja radio station worker after one year’
The breakthrough in the investigation came on August 2, 2025, when the victim’s phone was tracked to one Mutari Lawal,…
Eight arrested for removal of 16-year-old boy’s scrotum in Osun
Two of the suspects lured their victim to a remote bush, cut his abdomen open, in a bid to remove…
Israeli military kills five Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza
Al Jazeera Media Network described the killing of the journalists as a “targeted assassination” and “yet another blatant and premeditated…
Six suspected kidnappers, herder with AK-47 rifle arrested in Nasarawa
Police explained that during interrogation, the suspects confessed to the kidnapping of a serving Councillor in Doma on May 26.
“Gunshots were fired,” Obasanjo library fumes over EFCC invasion
EFCC operatives reportedly stormed the Green Legacy Hotel, located within OOPL, and arrested some people suspected to be internet fraudsters.
FRSC alerts motorists on collapse of Katsina–Batsari bridge
“The FRSC has cordoned off the area from both ends to safeguard road users,” the statement said.
Army warns against malpractices as 260 officers sit for senior staff course qualifying exam
The examination was designed to assess the officers’ determination, capabilities, and proficiency in their respective areas of specialisation.
Ekiti governor sacks cabinet members
The affected Commissioners and Special Advisers to hand over to the Permanent Secretary or the most senior civil servant in…
FCTA defends demolition of retired military officer’s entertainment centre
The retired Commodore had in a viral video over the weekend alleged that he was not informed before officials of…
Osun govt seeks Tinubu’s intervention on withheld LG funds
The Government in the statement affirmed that there is no legal or political basis for withholding the allocations, asserting that…
11 million Nigerian under-5 children experiencing food poverty – UNICEF
UNICEF also declared that in Kano, over 51.9% (one out of two) of children are stunted or are not growing…
NiMet issues alert on 3-day thunderstorms, rain, floods from Monday
NiMet, in the weather outlook, predicted morning thunderstorms on Monday over the northern region with moderate rains over parts of…
Troops kill ISWAP/JAS terror kingpin Amirul Fiya, rescue victims
The troops also apprehended other suspects, rescued kidnapped victims and recovered assorted arms and ammunition in the operations took place…
NYSC speaks on why Raye’s certificate was withheld
Raye had stirred hornet's net some months ago when she described the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as terrible.
Why Radiology Needs to Lead the Charge in Health Equity and Access
Radiology leaders should work hand-in-hand with public health experts, policy makers, and primary care providers to understand where disparities exist…
Jos fake soldier busted while attempting to defraud family of detained gunrunner
He falsely claimed that he can stop the ongoing investigations and secure the suspect’s release from custody.
Utomwen emerges chairman of FCT’s Association of Movie Producers
Utomwen secured a decisive 31 votes against his opponent, Chukwudi Uzochukwu, who garnered 6 votes.
Police dismantle 7-man robbery gang in Akwa Ibom
Items recovered from the operation includes; one locally made cut-to-size double-barrel gun, two expanded cartridges, one live cartridge, and one…
Suspect arrested for killing NSCDC officer jumps off moving vehicle, dies
The officer was killed by suspected hoodlums at Shuwarin market in Shuwarin District of Kiyawa Local Government of the state,…
Ogun govt battles Gbenga Daniel over alleged demolition plot
"No one should assign impure motives to a routine procedure. If anyone is after Senator Gbenga Daniel, it is certainly…
2027: Amaechi vows to change Nigeria’s constitution, end corruption in one month if elected
However, Amaechi said he would not reverse the removal of subsidy if elected President.