Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
EFCC’s new directorate targeting Anambra, Imo seeks partnership
The EFCC boss was hopeful that establishment of the directorate would improve response time in the fight against corruption, money…
Tinubu expected as APC plans mega rally to receive Kano’s Yusuf
Governor Yusuf's resignation from NNPP deepened his political tussle with his erstwhile godfather, Senator Rabi'u Musa Kwankwaso, who tagged his…
Six arrested for theft of tricycles in Kano
Also, a horse valued at ₦800,000.00 bought with the proceeds of the crime by the principal suspects was recovered.
Kano 2027: Traders rally support for Governor Yusuf
According to the traders, Governor Yusuf's decision to join APC clearly demonstrated his patriotism and commitment to the overall development…
No magistrate earns above N250,000 in Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu – Stakeholders
Also speaking, Mr Kingsley Agbaenyi, Chairman of the Young Lawyers Forum, NBA Awka Branch, described the working conditions in Magistrates’…
Nigerian court jails two Chinese 46 years each for N3.4bn, $2.5m cyberterrorism, internet fraud
The prosecution also prayed the court to order the forfeiture of all items recovered during investigation from the four properties…
Okpebholo takes anti cultism campaign to schools in Benin
The campaigns, at Edo Boys High School and the Ihogbe College in Benin, the Edo State capital, included distribution of…
Renowned scholar Biodun Jeyifo dies at 80
Biodun Jeyifo's distinguished career further includes senior professorships at Cornell University and Harvard University, where he was Professor Emeritus of…
U.S. fabricating excuses to resume nuclear tests, China says
Responding to a relevant query at a regular press briefing, spokesperson Lin Jian said persistent U.S. distortion and smearing of…
Sani approves compensation for 189 households, mobilises contractors on Rigasa road projects
Ahmed said the compensation exercise covered households affected along Makera Road, Ado Garam, Asmau Makarfi and Lokoja Road, describing them…
Unusual sound – Arik Air explains diversion of Port Harcourt flight to Benin
The airline said all 80 passengers in the plane safely disembarked in Benin in a statement confirming the development by…
Lagos bus driver jailed two months for ‘one-way driving’
The bus driver was also discovered to be driving without a valid driver’s licence, FRSC Corps Marshal, Malam Shehu Mohammed…
World Cancer Day: Experts urge Nigerians to embrace early screening, HPV vaccine
Dr. Salako explained that cancers detected at stages one and two are often easier and cheaper to manage compared to…
Katsina governor unveils plan for 70 new secondary schools, teachers’ welfare
The Governor revealed that over 7,000 qualified teachers were recruited in the last exercise to address shortages in primary and…
Nigerian troops overrun terrorists’ camps, recover weapons in Kogi
The Army added that the operation involved troops dismounting and advancing on foot to achieve tactical surprise and operational dominance…
Kwara shall not bow to any deranged ideology, says Gov AbdulRazaq
Kwara governor said the state will leave no stone unturned in pursuing justice for the people and strengthening security across…
Troops neutralise 16 ISWAP terrorists, rescue 11 victims in Borno offensive
Uba added that in a related development, troops arrested suspected ISWAP logistics suppliers conveying large quantities of drugs intended for…
Naira appreciates further against dollar
Market watchers also expect movements of the Naira to remain gradual in the near term, as authorities balance reforms with…
Inside Smith-Moore Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability bill
The bill introduced by Moore and Smith along with leading lawmakers on the House Appropriations Committee and House Foreign Affairs…
U.S to boost Nigeria’s fight against terrorists with 200 more troops
Just like the earlier deployment to Nigeria, Gen. Uba was quoted by Wall Street Journal as saying that the 200…
Makoko demolition: Lagos Assembly, residents support proposed water city project
Also speaking, the Baale of Makoko Waterfront, Chief Emmanuel Shemade, said community leaders had resolved not to rebuild demolished structures…
CBN approves BDCs’ participation in foreign exchange market
The CBN, however, imposed strict compliance and risk-management conditions on the transactions.
Five suspected armed robbers arrested in Akwa Ibom
Police revealed that dried leaves suspected to be a hard drug called Colorado, loud and other liquid intoxicants were recovered…
Tinubu: We’ll ensure our policies’ dividends are felt across every community
The president urged the members of the NEC comprising state Governors, key government officials, and other relevant stakeholders, to recommit…
NRS sets N40.71 trillion revenue target for 2026
The executive director, while giving a breakdown of the 2025 collection figures, said non-oil taxes accounted for N21.4 trillion of…
Amotekun operative identifies suspected terrorist in Owo church attack in court
He said during the exchange of gun fire, three of the attackers ran deeper into the bush, leaving one who…
Atiku urges opposition to unite in pursuit of electoral reforms
Atiku stressed that real-time electronic transmission of results remained the best option for credible elections in the country.
Adamawa man arrested for kidnapping father
A joint coordinated operation comprising police operatives and members of the Miyetti-Allah, was carried out at a suspected kidnappers’ hideout…
Political realignment in Osun as ex- Aregbesola loyalist endorses Adeleke
The endorsement and party declaration marked a notable development in Osun State’s political landscape ahead of the next Osun governorship…
Highly disrespectful – Ateke Tom fumes over alleged Tinubu’s campaign appointment
The tradition ruler said while representatives of the National and South-South Zonal bodies of RTIFN visited his Palace on Tuesday,…