Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Why ban on mining will not improve security – Miners
The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) recently called for the suspension of mining activities for six months following the abduction…
Ooni confers ‘Yeye Asiwaju Ile Oodu’a’ title on First Lady
The First Lady commended the Ooni for his visionary leadership, saying he is a progressive traditional ruler whose reign has…
Osun 2026: Oyetola replies Omisore, others on disqualification from APC primary
Akinola said the allegations circulated by some aspirants were “baseless, misleading and totally false”.
ECOWAS deploys troops to Benin Republic after foiled coup
Troops, including soldiers from neighbouring Nigeria, are to support the government and protect the country’s constitutional order, ECOWAS said in…
Obasanjo identifies four things needed to tackle insecurity in Nigeria
Obasanjo's call on Nigeria to seek international help came on the heels of revelation by French President Emmanuel Macron on…
Nigerian Air Force confirms participating to foil Benin Republic coup
The Nigerian Government had in a statement strongly condemned the attempt a group of soldiers to overthrow President of Talon.
Prioritize welfare, security of Nigerians, not 2027 politics, LP Reps tell Tinubu, APC
The lawmakers, in the statement expressed concern and bewilderment that while the nation grapples with insecurity, the ruling party is…
French President Macron calls Tinubu amidst Benin Republic’s coup attempt tension
Macron revealed that President Tinubu requested support and partnership of France in tackling the security challenges and taking care of…
Shyllon honoured at OAU, donates giant bronze statue of Awolowo to varsity
Shyllon charged all, particularly the students of OAU, not to pursue wealth but live the kind of life that would…
Arms courier intercepted with 100 rounds of AK-47 ammunition in Kwara
The vehicle driven by Owolaramfe Rafiu had four other occupants; Musa Mohammed, Adam Alhaji Lawal, and Musa Shaibu who have…
Former PDP spokesperson Kola Ologbondiyan dumps party
Kola Ologbodiyan revealed that he has informed the chairman of PDP in his Okekoko ward 09 in Kabba\Bunu Local government…
Why I’m excited by Akpabio’s N200bn suit against me – Natasha
The Kogi Central Senator had accused Akpabio of making sexual advances to her after she was suspended for six months…
Osun man arrested for serial defilement of 12-year-old neighbour’s daughter
The mother of the girl uncovered the act after she discovered a whitish slimy substance on her daughter’s underwear while…
Why we are excited about Supreme Court’s ruling on Osun LG funds – PDP
Osun PDP warned that the Supreme Court’s position meant the UBA accounts opened by the ex-chairmen were “inoperable and tainted…
India’s new envoy presents credentials to Tinubu, pledges stronger ties with Nigeria
Singh, who has assumed duties, was warmly received by Tinubu, who congratulated him and extended his best wishes to him…
Five arrested as 2 wives rescued after 4 months return to husband
The NSA assured that the intelligence and security agencies would not relent in their efforts to dismantle all criminal networks…
Tragedy in Borno: Four boys blown to death by bomb picked up behind motor park
The Borno Police Command spokesperson revealed that preliminary investigation indicated that a 12-year-old boy, Mustapha Tijja, sustained serious injuries from…
Borno: How Police blocked collection of N10m ransom to rescue 2 kidnapped boys
The two kidnapped boys, aged four and five, were rescued in the Jan Block area of Jere Local Government Area…
Wike boots out FCT-IRS acting chairman Michael Ango
Ango was appointed acting chairman of FCT-IRS in August 2024. He succeeded Haruna Abdullahi, who had served as acting chairman…
Two dead, 7 arrested in police gun-battle against kidnappers in Gombe
According to Abdullahi, the suspects will be charged to court on completion of investigation.
I’m still in PDP – Wike speaks on defection of 16 loyalists in Rivers Assembly to APC
Wike told journalists, shortly after he inspected some ongoing road projects in Abuja, that although the lawmakers did not consult…
Kogi saves N20b from refurbishing 140 abandoned tractors
Ododo reeled out the achievements of his administration in two years, urged participants to key into the development plan of…
Musa: Northern CAN says Tinubu demonstrated resolve to tackle security challenges
Northern CAN said Tinubu demonstrated attentiveness to public concerns by choosing a seasoned military officer known for courage, discipline and…
Musa assumes office, vows to end shedding of innocent blood
Musa assured that the welfare of military personnel and their families was central to restoring public confidence and operational effectiveness.
Nigeria’s healthcare facilities capable of curbing medical tourism – NMA
NMA underscored the need to create awareness about the facilities available in Nigeria, so as to foster utility of same…
‘How desperate bid to rob PoS operator in Ebonyi was foiled’
The spokesperson for Ebonyi Police Command, SP Joshua Ukandu, confirmed the arrest of the suspected robber on Friday in Abakaliki.
Gen. Musa takes over as Defence Minister, in closed- door meeting with service chiefs
Gen. Musa, appointed on Tuesday by President Bola Tinubu following the resignation of former minister Muhammed Badaru, was confirmed by…
Celebrations as EFCC returns recovered N96.5m to victims of Ponzi Scheme in Enugu
The petitioners had alleged that Akpojewve lured them into investing in the ponzi scheme with offers two formats a Monthly…
How Prophetess Funmilola Lucas celebrated her birthday in a special way
Prophetess Lucas, the visionary and founder of Dominion of Zuriel (DOZ) also used that occasion to celebrate her birthday by…
Peter Obi dilly-dallies on ADC amidst Atiku, El-Rufai’s challenge
Obi, who has repeatedly asserted that he will contest the 2027 presidency also said the issue of rotation of offices,…