Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
PDP sets up caretaker committees for Rivers, 4 other states
Shan said the committees will manage party affairs in their states, as stipulated in Section 21(2)(a-b) of the PDP Constitution.
Alaafin faults Makinde on Oyo Council of Obas and Chiefs
Makinde said at the inauguration of the Council on Thursday that he consulted with Alaafin and two other top three…
Atiku speaks on decision of his son to join APC, backs Tinubu’s re-election
The junior Abubakar Atiku formally defected to APC and declared his intention to support the re-election of Tinubu in 2027…
Court ends top police officers’ marriage over domestic violence, infidelity
ACP Abayomi Abayomi further stated that he once gave his wife, CSP Gladys a blow, causing her to hit her…
How the gun changed course of Nigeria’s history – Ayo Opadokun
Opadokun stated this at the public presentation of his book, "The Gun Hegemony", which held on Thursday 15 January at…
Court fixes date for DSS to open case against two Ansaru commanders
They were accused of conspiring amongst themselves and agreeing to be part of the formation and top commanders of the…
“Mr President, kudos,” Soludo hails Tinubu’s efforts to end terrorism
Soludo also appreciated the courage and unwavering commitment of the Nigerian armed forces in safeguarding peace and security across the…
Nigeria under severe burden since independence – Odigie Oyegun
Oyegun who stated this on Thursday in Benin, at the official declaration of Chief Dele Momodu for the ADC, noted…
Tinubu reacts to Rema, Burna Boy, other Nigerian artistes’ feats at 9th AFRIMA
President Tinubu, who was honoured in 2015 with the Pillar of Art and Culture in Africa Award by the African…
NRS dismisses claim on 7.5% VAT on banking services
Some banks and fintech companies had informed their customers that they have been directed by the NRS to start collecting…
Player safety features improve in popular online pokies
Players reward platforms that make budgeting easy, explain features clearly, and move money predictably. Regulators and advocates have played a…
AFCRD 2026: Tinubu, Shettima, Akpabio, others honour fallen heroes (PHOTOS)
The ceremony was attended by an array of dignitaries, including members of the Federal Executive Council, heads of security agencies,…
Adamawa teenager sprayed with acid on way to the Mosque
Adamawa Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, has directed the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) to take over the case, and…
FG earmarks $500m to enhance food security
The programme is anchored and supported by the Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit (PFSCU), Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food…
How Flexible Payment Options Make Exploring South African Cities Easier
If you are looking to travel through South Africa and explore the major cities, it is crucial to be as…
NNPP to Gov. Yusuf: You don’t need Kwankwaso’s permit to join APC
The NNPP statement was coming on the background of a statement by Kwankwaso’s Spokesman, Mr Ladipo Johnson that his principal…
Niger: Driver, one other arrested over missing N20m gold consignment
On reaching the park, the recipient met the driver offloading the vehicle with the second suspect, and when asked for…
Bago orders Kainji lake residents to leave ahead of expected military action
Bago said that the resettlement of the people had become necessary with a view to flushing out criminals who were…
Wike approves promotion of 2,000 FCTA, FCDA workers
Ezeh explained that the members of staff who cut across 165 cadres, were promoted after a Computer-Based Test held on…
Jos man jailed after pleading guilty to enticing married woman
The prosecutor further told the court that during a police investigation, the accused person confessed to have committed the offence…
Lai Mohammed: My two-pronged strategy that helped Tinubu won 2023 election
The former minister further argued: “Apart from disseminating information, the innovation of the Scorecard Series also shifted the dynamics of…
Fire consumes fuel truck, motorcycles, filling station in Oyo
Akinwade said that personnel of the agency were able to completely extinguish the fire and prevented it from spreading to…
Save lives, raise taxes on sugary drinks, alcohol – WHO urges govts
Among other findings, the report on sugar-sweetened beverage taxes shows that at least 116 countries tax sugary drinks. But it…
Tinubu: I’m committed to supporting military to achieve lasting peace in Nigeria
The president paid glowing tributes to the fallen heroes who paid the supreme prices in defence of the nation, noting…
We’ll not call off our strike – Health workers slams FG’s ‘No work, no pay’ order
The Federal Government recently directed the implementation of the ‘no work, no pay’ policy and the stoppage of JOHESU members’…
AFCRD 2026: COAS Shaibu, Buratai, others honoured with gallantry, service awards
Speaking on the awards, the Minister of Defence, retired Gen. Christopher Musa, said the awards went beyond individual achievements, as…
AFCON 2025: Osimhen set to lead Super Eagles against Morocco
Team captain, Ndidi has been ruled out after accumulating two yellow cards, picked up in Nigeria’s Round of 16 victory…
Orelope-Adefulire mourns Akran of Badagry
Princess Orelope-Adefulire extended heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family of Badagry, the Chiefs and people of the kingdom, the Lagos…
N33.2b fraud trial: Witness reveals flow of money from ONSA account for private use under Dasuki
The witness stated that following an EFCC interview with Gugu, it was established that the payment was a part payment…
Nigerian stock market gains N1.7trn in historic surge
Market capitalisation rose by 1.59 per cent, closing at N106.182 trillion from the N104.520 trillion recorded at the previous session.