Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Sokoto 19-year-old jailed 21 years for rape of minor
The Sokoto High Court judge added that the convict had been found guilty of an offence that was grievous and…
Victory of APC candidates in Rivers by-election well-deserved, Fubara says
“I look forward to working with them and their colleagues in the Rivers State House of Assembly,” Fubara said.
Police arrest APC Publicity Secretary
Idris-Gusau was arrested on Tuesday, Alhaji Bashir Ataka, the Welfare Secretary of APC in Zamfara confirmed.
Ex-NRC boss Fidet Okhiria remanded over alleged $385,000, N165.5m fraud
EFCC alleged that Edetanle violated the Public Procurement Act, 2007, in the award of contracts to contractors of the corporation,…
El-Rufai asks court to quash DSS suit, award N2bn compensation
The grounds cited in the motion seeking the dismissal of the charges include: their constitutional invalidity, lack of disclosure of…
To DSS boss: What was good for Ese Oruru must also be good for Walida Abdulhadi
A coalition of civil society and faith-based organisations recently raised the alarm in Abuja, accusing the DSS of violating a…
2027: Kogi youths present N100m for Tinubu’s nomination form
Ododo described the gesture as a reflection of the confidence of the people of Kogi state in the President’s leadership…
Police dock 16-year-old girl for attempting to kill ‘snatcher’ of boyfriend
Mameh alleged that the defendant attempted to kill the complainant (name withheld) by using a razor blade to cut her…
El-Rufai slams N1bn suit against ICPC, others over invasion of residence
El-Rufai prayed the court to declare that the invasion and search of his residence on Feb. 19 at about 2pm…
Trump renews attack on U.S. Supreme Court, vows other tariffs, licenses
Trump vows to turn to other tariffs’ powers and licenses but gave no details.
Enugu govt fixes ₦150m mandatory advert permit for 2026, 2027 elections
The ₦150 million permit grants political parties and candidates the right to deploy campaign materials and engage in visual promotions,…
XEJet, UniAbuja partner to establish Centre for Aerospace
Iza said the MoU would enable a purpose-built academic hub designed to advance aeronautical and astronautical engineering education in Nigeria…
Man kills wife, two children, commits suicide
Investigators said the father, a 52-year-old German national, owned several firearms which were all licensed and was used to kill…
Why we’re yet to start operating from South-East on Mondays – Transporters
It would be recalled that the Anambra state Government restored Monday markets after prolonged sit-at-home disruptions that crippled commerce in…
ECOWAS Naval chiefs synergise against growing threats in Gulf of Guinea
The fifth meeting of the ECOWAS Sub-Committee of Chiefs of the Naval Staff, which held between Feb. 16 and 20,…
Troops kill 5 terrorists, rescue 3 children in Borno
The troops responded with overwhelming firepower, forcing the terrorists to flee in disarray. During exploitation, five terrorists were neutralised.
Forum seeks decentralised security response against Lakurawa terrorists, others in Kebbi
The forum emphasised that local institutions, including traditional and local government authorities, must be strengthened and empowered to provide timely…
Petitions trail APC congresses in Katsina
Out of the 361 wards and 34 local government areas in the state, Mohammed-Ali noted that the number of petitions…
Wolves speak on racial abuse against Arokodare
Arokodare had in a post on his social media handle said he was subjected to racist abuse following his failure…
“Stop portraying Nigeria as total failure,” Akume cautions Catholic Bishops’ Conference
Describing the bishops as the nation’s “moral conscience”, Akume welcomed criticism but firmly defended government policies on security and the…
Committee dismisses claim of parallel APC ward/LG congresses in Benue
Usman stated that there was only one committee authenticated by the APC National Working Committee (NWC) to conduct the exercise,…
NIMASA, NAF commit to improved partnership
Dr. Mobereola further emphasized that international trade depends on security, which is why vessels prefer to go to or transit…
Ogun govt reacts to alleged emergence Ifa oracle selected new Awujale
Ogun government said that the process for the selection and installation of the next Awujale of Ijebuland will be guided…
Troops rescue 5 travelers from suspected IPOB/ESN terrorists
Nigerian Army added that in the aftermath of the operation, troops have intensified aggressive patrols and sustained area domination efforts.
FCT election: 80-year-old Kwali chief sets agenda for incoming council leaders
Ladan, who was given the privilege to be the first to cast his vote on the grounds of his age,…
Police save scavenger caught with human part from lynching in Oyo
The suspect been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for discreet and thorough investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding…
Police arrest 13 suspects over Ondo APC congress violence
Jimoh said the arrests followed a carefully coordinated, intelligence-led operation ordered by the state Commissioner of Police (CP) Adebowale Lawal.
FCT election: AMAC chairman Maikalangu votes, lauds process
On his confidence regarding the outcome of the polls, the chairman expressed 100 per cent optimism of winning the poll,…
Gunmen abduct couple, shoot neighbour in Ondo
The couple, Mr Jamiu Olawale and his wife, residents of Olaribigba Estate, Ilu-Abo, were whisked away by the gunmen at…
Two police officers detained for killing 2 persons in Lagos
Adebisi said that the Commissioner of Police, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, had ordered a thorough and comprehensive probe to determine the…