Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Chaos in Benin as vehicle crushes FRSC Marshal, driver during rescue operation
The State Sector Commander of the FRSC, Cyril Mathew disclosed this to journalists in Benin City on Friday that the…
FCT police commissioner redeploys DPOs for council elections
Dantawaye pledged the commitment of the command to safeguarding the electoral process and guaranteeing a free, fair, and credible election.
Act responsibly – Tinubu tells voters, INEC, security agencies ahead of FCT, other elections
President Tinubu also urged INEC to ensure timely accreditation, smooth voting, accurate collation and prompt transmission of results under the…
Over 100 stalls razed as Kano battles another market fire
Kano Fire Service said preliminary information from the complex secretary indicated that the fire was caused by children who lit…
What NIPR global recognition means for Nigeria – Tinubu
Tinubu expressed confidence that NIPR would continue to advance excellence, innovation and integrity in public relations practice.
Livestock Minister raises alarm over fake veterinary drugs
The minister stressed that the sector’s productivity and sustainability depended on the availability and proper use of safe, effective veterinary…
Police uncover suspects` armoury, recover weapons in Delta
The feat was achieved following a confession by a suspect handed over to the police team by the Divisional Police…
Magistrates sustain strike over vehicle demand in Cross River
Onah said that the dispute with the government centred principally on the provision of official vehicles for the over 74…
Navy smashes drug syndicate, impounds 489kg of cannabis in Lagos
The Deputy Controller of Narcotics, Festac Town, Mr Gbenga Adejumo, described the Nigerian Navy as the agency’s biggest collaborator in…
Lagos father remanded over alleged sexual assault of stepdaughter
According to the prosecutor, Agazie first defiled his stepdaughter when she was 15 years old.
Ex-presidential aide, Obono-Obla, arrested for alleged certificate forgery
The Cross River Police Command spokesperson added that following his arrest, Obono-Obla was conveyed to the State Criminal Investigation Department…
Not AI – Akpororo insists $15,000 gift from Burna Boy real
The renowned comedian dispelled rumours that the claim of the monetary gift was a prank with a video clip on…
Sudan: UN investigators detail mass killing, targeting of black people
The fact-finding mission said the conduct in El Fasher was “an aggravation of earlier patterns” of attacks on other non-Arab…
He was abducted by masked men – Police speak on murder of Ondo traditional ruler
Police said additional security personnel and operational assets, including the Command’s Tactical Teams, have been deployed to Agamo community with…
Mercy Johnson-Okojie bags Edo govt’s appointment
Her outstanding contributions to the Nigerian film industry have earned her numerous awards and nominations, including recognition at the Africa…
Lawyer fumes as ICPC operatives raid El-Rufai’s Abuja residence
El-Rufai’s lawyer, Ubong Akpan described the raid on his client residence “as unlawful, and a clear violation of legal procedures…
FCT election: Wike announces work-free day, restriction of movement
“We must show the world that we are a mature and responsible electorate, capable of conducting ourselves with dignity and…
Mbah mourns as tree crushes 11 people dead during rainfall in Enugu
He noted that a large tree fell on the vehicles conveying passengers from Old Park, Enugu, to Awhum and Okpatu…
Security operatives nab fake soldier, police constable with drugs, firearm in Edo
The army impersonator who hails from Benue State, was arrested wearing an army uniform, while the police constabulary was arrested…
Gombe Rep Inuwa Garba dumps PDP for APC
Garba said he decided to join the APC because the party provides a credible, stable and development-oriented platform capable of…
PENGASSAN: Tinubu’s executive order could weaken NNPCL, discourage investors
Osifo stressed that any executive action must align with the Petroleum Industry Act to avoid negative investor signals.
Court reserves judgment in DSS operatives’ ₦5.5bn defamation suit against SERAP
The claimants alleged that SERAP published false and malicious statements accusing DSS officers of unlawfully “invading” its Abuja office and…
Court orders final forfeiture of Abuja property linked to Kogi IRS to FG
Several investigation activities were carried out which included seeking and obtaining bank records from commercial banks, seeking and receiving corporate…
Ogun man Odusile bags 8 months in jail for lying against younger brother
Police said Odusile falsely reported to police officers that one Imoleayo Odusile, who is his younger brother, snatched his purse…
Lagos housewife Tina Williams on trial for ‘camping’ girls for prostitution
NAPTIP further alleged that at the same time and place Tina Williams and two other people, namely Kingsley and Ibukunmi…
Fasting: Adeleke reduces work hours for Osun public servants
Adeleke who announced on Thursday stated that the adjustment is intended to support workers and public servants in Osun during…
FCT election: PDP candidate for AMAC chairmanship steps down, endorses APC’s Maikalangu
Zadna Dantani, the PDP candidate said his decision to step down and endorse the APC candidate, Christopher Maikalangu, followed the…
‘Law must take its course’ after Andrew arrest – King Charles
Andrew was taken into custody on Thursday following allegations that surfaced after the release of millions of pages of files…
Troubles mount for El-Rufai as ICPC grabs him after intense grilling by EFCC
El-Rufai was rearrested after he left the custody of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, where he spent two days.
‘APC must be voted out,’ Atiku joins ADC campaign for FCT election
Atiku said: "We have been speaking with voters about why this election is important and why ADC candidates should be…