Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Four arrested as suspected drug dealers kill NDLEA officer in Ondo
According to a source, the NDLEA operatives came under gunfire when they stormed a building at Ita’nla to recover drugs…
Northwest varsity awards Aminu Dantata posthumous Doctorate degree
The Vice Chancellor described the event as a significant milestone in the university’s development.
Jigawa governor signs Hisbah Board bill into law
Speaking shortly after appending his signature, Governor Namadi described the occasion as a remarkable achievement, marking the culmination of over…
Ex-Minister Amaechi’s wife speaks on alleged N4bn monthly payment from NNDC
Mrs Amaechi in the statement issued by Dike Bekwele, her spokesperson, said neither she nor ESI had ever received such…
Lagos, 27 other states get high risk flooding alert
The agency warned of the potential disruption of over 100 major transportation routes, including critical economic corridors.
“Nigeria in safe hands, we will restore law and order,” Tinubu reassures
Tinubu also praised the ‘Kaduna Peace Model’ as a homegrown, community-based, and intelligence-led approach to resolving security challenges sustainably.
Nnamdi Kanu: Igbo group threatens Tinubu with boycott of 2027 election
The group said it would give the Deputy Speaker two more months to engage the President on Kanu’s release.
Nasarawa lawmaker joins APC, says “I’m no longer comfortable with PDP”
He said that he defected to APC after due consultation with stakeholders, political allies and the people of his constituency.
500 miners buried by landslides in eastern Congo
According to him, information on the exact number of casualties is difficult to verify, as the affected miners did not…
Senate approves external borrowing plan of $21.5bn, N757bn pension bond arrears
The loan request, according to the president, is aimed at funding various critical national development projects across key sectors of…
Okpebholo adamant on ‘security advice’ to Peter Obi, gets Wike’s backing
Wike insisted that high-profile Nigerians like Peter Obi need to inform the Governor of any State about their visit to…
Adamawa: Boy arrested for allegedly killing herder grazing on his father’s farm
The 15-year-old boy, resident of Auno village, allegedly caught the deceased identified as Barau Aliyu grazing animals on his father’s…
Court stops EFCC from arresting businessman declared wanted for $1.9m fraud
The EFCC had on July 11 declared Tijjani wanted over allegations of conspiracy, obtaining money by false pretence, and laundering…
Mobile App vs Web: Where’s the Smart Bet Happening?
Apps aren’t magic. Web browsers aren’t outdated. It’s all about how you bet and when. So next time you’re deciding…
Father kills son with homemade gun at birthday party
In addition to the two homemade guns he used to shoot his son, nine other guns were discovered in the…
Osun: Adeleke to remain in PDP as party adopts Tinubu for 2027
Adeleke said the decision that he should remain in PDP and adoption of Tinubu as the party's candidate for the…
Enugu varsity student, boyfriend arrested over N10m self-kidnap plot
The self kidnap plot was busted by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Command after the payment…
Another court refuses Yahaya Bello’s travel request
Bello’s counsel, Joseph Daudu, SAN, had argued that the applicant was a known hypertensive patient for about 15 years.
2027: Kenneth Okonkwo insists Northerner should get ADC presidential ticket
Okonkwo spoke against agitations by supporters of former Anambra governor, Peter Obi, that the presidential ticket should be yielded to…
Air Peace unveils plans for Abuja- London Heathrow, Gatwick flights
The airline said this will make it the first Nigerian carrier to offer direct services from Abuja to both of…
NNPP denies members’ defection to ADC in Katsina
Abdulkadir insisted that no local government chairman has defected to any other party in the state contrary to some publications…
Why we can’t recall Akpoti-Uduaghan now – Senate
Senate said the clarification became necessary following circulating claims by the suspended senator that she intends to resume at the…
Alleged misconduct: Kano Commission demotes court registrar, judicial officer
The commission demoted Salisu from Grade Level 13 to Grade Level 12 and removed him from his position as Registrar…
“I’m undergoing observations,” Gov Radda speaks on accident involving convoy
Governor Radda gives update on the accident involving his convoy on Daura-Katsina road on Sunday
Ebonyi governor speaks on alleged diversion of NIbn ‘rice money’ by SSG
The anti-graft agency said the diverted funds were earmarked for procurement of bags of rice for the people of the…
Egbetokun gives order to CPs as police retirees storm streets in protest over welfare
The protests followed complaints of paltry gratuity and monthly pension payments by retired police officers.
Troops nab 62 for oil theft, confiscate 350,000 litres stolen products
Army spokesman said the troops also intercepted a Sienna vehicle with no registration number, loaded with 32 sacks filled with…
Scottish researcher develops AI tools for fast skin cancer diagnoses
The research team said the tool is up to 85% accurate in its diagnostic capabilities, but they hope to increase…
Late Awujale my mentor, confidant of immense value – Tinubu
At the gravesite, Tinubu stood in quiet reflection, praying for the Oba’s eternal peace and honouring his extraordinary legacy.
Just In: Farooq Kperogi apologizes to Aisha Buhari over divorce claim
Kperogi had claimed that Aisha had divorced the former President, dropped Buhari as her surname and and reverted to her…