Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Army to probe killing of corps member in Abuja gun battle
Odunola in the statement claimed Jamiu was shot dead in the early hours of 25 April 2026 at Shagari Estate,…
Taskforce detains 50 in Lagos sanitation crackdown
In a related development, the taskforce apprehended 50 individuals along the Lekki–Epe Expressway for allegedly disturbing public peace during the…
Bauchi 2027: Tuggar declares governorship ambition, unveils agenda
Tuggar said that if elected, he would initiate sound programmes to promote youth inclusive governance, and encourage community policing through…
Edo: Police foil N30m ransom demand, rescue 70-year-old kidnapped victim
By Ayox Ojo Security operatives have successfully rescued a 70-year-old farmer identified as Pa Jonah Owobu of Uwalo Oke community…
Kano: 3 arrested, ransom recovered as police rescue kidnapped 2-year-old boy
Kiyawa said that the victim was successfully rescued unhurt and has since been reunited with his family.
Man trading in fake Naira notes arrested in Nasarawa
“During interrogation, the suspect confessed that the counterfeit notes were supplied to him by an accomplice residing in Mararaba Akunza,…
Jonathan: Ex-Minister Yuguda tackles Atiku
According to him, Jonathan’s most enduring legacy lies in his respect for democratic values, especially his decision to concede defeat…
Alake: Solid minerals excellence awards will advance responsible mining practices
The awards, themed ‘Unlocking the Future’, will unveil winners across high-impact categories that reflect the sector’s direction.
NAF airstrikes hit, degrade terrorists’ enclaves in Borno
According to the statement, NAF air assets carried out a focused surveillance sweep, during which many insurgents were sighted moving…
Nigerian troops eliminate 31 terrorists, rescue victims in nationwide crackdown
The troops also intercepted arms, ammunition and explosive materials, while dismantling terrorist camps and illegal hideouts.
Police rescue GUO bus passengers, 4 others from kidnappers in Edo
Eno said a total of nine kidnapped victims were rescued by police operatives in the two operations through sustained pressure…
Cameroonian Bekono Eric arrested for alleged N1.5bn credit card fraud in Lagos
He was arrested for allegedly defrauding a first-generation bank of about N1.5bn, EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale said in a statement…
Youths protest reelection bid of Edo Assembly Deputy Speaker
Responding, the embattled lawmaker dismissed the allegations, attributing the protest to backlash from individuals affected by the State’s anti-cultism law…
Kaduna: 10 vehicles recovered as police bust robbery syndicate led by dismissed soldier
Police identified ten vehicles of recovered during the operation to include Toyota Hilux trucks, Toyota Corolla cars, a Pontiac Vibe…
Tinubu to new Housing Minister: We need competent hands like yours
Darma served as Executive Secretary of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund from 2008 to 2012.
EFCC nabs ex-Skybank chair Tunde Ayeni over alleged N36bn, $30m fraud
“Ayeni was arrested sequel to the investigation of the EFCC into alleged misappropriation and diversion of funds to the tune…
NDC prays court to strike down sections of new Electoral Act
NDC was registered by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Feb. 5.
Court fixes date for arraignment of Ohiri over alleged defamation, cyberstalking of Umahi
In count one, Ohiri was alleged to have, on or about Oct. 16, 2023, intentionally transmitted through her TikTok account,…
ADC leadership crisis: Kwankwasiyya Movement tasks Supreme Court on timely judgement
Kwankwasiyya Movement, however, said it remained confident in the integrity, independence, and sense of responsibility of the Supreme Court in…
Murtala Sule Garo: Decoding the massive turnout at Kano Assembly
By bringing together the "old guard" and the "new wave," Murtala Garo has positioned himself as a consensus candidate capable…
Malaria: Kano govt plans total elimination of mosquitoes
Dr. Labaran Yusuf who hinted that mosquito bite remains the major cause of malaria, also appealed to residents to always…
Xenophobic attacks: South African Police alerts on fake tweet targeting Nigerians
Meanwhile, the South African Ministry of Police has also strongly condemned xenophobic attacks against Ghanians and other foreign national in…
Alleged coup: Military promises fairness as trial of serving officers by court-martial begins
Uba said in the statement that the inauguration of the General Court Martial "marks a significant step in reinforcing discipline,…
Delta: Police nab 4 suspected armed robbers, recover pistol, others
According to the statement, one of the suspects, Chinoso Igwemma, 28, was arrested by operatives of the Command's Rapid Response…
Court orders arrest of lawyer, police officer for evading arraignment
The police had charged Cecil Osakwe, Giwa, and Edith Erhunmuuse with criminal conduct involving the forceful eviction of occupants and…
Two suspects in police net over killing of NYSC member in Benue
She explained that preliminary findings revealed that the accusation was false, as documents relating to the motorcycle indicated that the…
Court slams N1bn damages on Natasha for defaming Yahaya Bello on Arise TV interview
“The interview granted by the defendant on 4/11/2022 on Arise TV programme of ‘The Morning Show’ is defamatory to the…
Woman docked for failing to return money mistakenly sent to her account
Adedosu alleged that she refused to return the money back to the owner when the complainant, Sandra Okwueze l, contacted…
Price hike warning by largest condom manufacturer sparks online debate
The development has triggered widespread reactions in China, where the hashtag “condom prices rising” has attracted over 60 million views…
Daniel’s loyalists reject Abiodun’s endorsement for Ogun East APC senatorial ticket
The APC leaders and stakeholders in Ogun East Senatorial District had endorsed Abiodun as their consensus candidate for the 2027…