Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Kwara: Police launch rescue operation for abducted Isapa community residents
Reports indicated that armed bandits numbering more than 20, stormed Isapa community on Monday with a large herd of cattle,…
16 dead as speeding bus crashes into stationary truck in Oyo
Oyo government special adviser blamed the ghastly incident on overspeeding and careless parking of heavy trucks along the highway.
How kidnapped Kebbi schoolgirls were rescued from Mokwa forest – Matawalle
The Kebbi State Governor who revealed that the rescued schoolgirls would be in Birnin Kebbi today (Wednesday) for the official…
80,000 women and girls killed worldwide, UN decries rising femicide
In 2024, Africa recorded the largest numbers of female intimate partner and family-related killings with an estimated 22,600 victims (three…
UN rights office urges Nigerian govt to halt terror attacks
Meanwhile, the World Food Programme (WFP).has regretted that the insurgent attacks have intensified this year. The UN food agency said…
In setback to battle against HIV, condom distribution in Nigeria fell by 55%
The UN AIDS agency said abrupt funding cuts and a deteriorating human rights environment disrupt prevention and treatment services across…
Guardiola admits rotation gamble backfired in loss to Leverkusen
Guardiola made 10 changes from the weekend’s 2-1 Premier League loss to Newcastle United. He left out key players, including…
Kaduna train attack terror leader gave Tukur Mamu N50m from ransom paid – DSS
The witness, who gave his testimony behind a witness screen for security reason, said the the group also asked Mamu…
FG says open grazing not banned
The Minister highlighted that Nigeria currently has 273 gazetted grazing reserves covering over 4.5 million hectares.
Wike suspends FCT Education Secretary over report on closure of schools
FCT Administration assured residents of sustained security around schools in the statement.
Tinubu ‘relieved’ over release of abducted Kebbi schoolgirls, seeks end to kidnappings
The President, in a statement by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga said following the rescue of the girls, government must as…
Egbetokun worried by increasing boldness of criminal networks in Nigeria
The Police Chief emphasised the need for a united and decisive action to tackle the security challenges confronting the country.
Why new, serving Customs officers must undergo mandatory drug test: C-G
Customs boss said the decision was conceived due to reports of incidents where erratic behaviour or poor decision-making in some…
FG bans open grazing to curb farmers-herders conflicts
Maiha lamented that incidents of farmers-herders clashes in the country as a result of open grazing have led to loss…
ADC speaks on controversy over Atiku’s registration
Atiku's registration as member of ADC was ridiculed by a faction of the party with claim that he did not…
CBN retains monetary policy rate at 27 %
Cardoso said that the MPC also retained the 75 per cent CRR on non TSA public sector deposits.
INEC will combat all forms of election rigging, vote buying- Amupitan declares
Amupitan stressed that the integrity of Nigeria’s elections remained non-negotiable, warning that any compromise on INEC’s core values would not…
Lagos fashion designer remanded for impregnating neighbour’s 14-year-old daughter
The prosecutor said that the victim’s father noticed that his daughter was feeling sick and took her to the hospital.
Troops intercept man with 10 bags of cannabis in Kogi
The vehicle, driven by the suspect, was also found with a branded police hat and belt displayed on the dashboard,…
Five Ibadan men to die by hanging for killing taxi driver
The State Counsel led by Mrs K. K. Oloso, earlier told the court the convicts and others at large, on…
Outrage as Edo deputy speaker, others reward assault on govt’s critic
The trio of Atu, Aisowieren and Iduseri were seen in a viral video exchanging banter with the attacker while making…
Insecurity: Ogun to document foreign workers, monitor scavengers
Governor Abiodun directed the police to immediately move into areas such as “Zanga” in Ijebu-Ode and similar enclaves across the…
Police douse anxiety over alleged plot by terrorists to attack Kogi
While assuring the public that the command is taking the report very seriously, Kogi Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Bello…
How Jimmy Cliff was arrested, detained for 3 days in Nigeria 51 years ago
Nevertheless, Jimmy Cliff said he cherished his trip to Nigeria, describing his experience as “bitter- sweet.”
NNPC Limited declares ₦5.4 trillion profit for 2024
Building on this performance, the Company unveiled its strategic roadmap to drive sustained growth and support Nigeria’s energy transition through…
How Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff died at 81
A star since the 1960s, Jimmy Cliff helped bring his brand of Jamaican reggae to a global audience through hits…
Umahi vows to deliver Lekki Deep Seaport–Epe road in 21 months
Umani said FG had already paid 30 per cent of the project cost, while the contractor would source the remaining…
Why governors halted my PDP chairmanship bid – Lamido
Lamido had gone to court to stop the PDP convention after he was denied the nomination form to contest the…
U.S demands decisive action from Nigeria on abducted schoolchildren, security
The US further called on the government to strengthen security measures and guarantee the safety of vulnerable communities, including Christian…
Bauchi govt. orders immediate closure of schools over insecurity
Bauchi government said it is working closely with security agencies to address the concerns swiftly and comprehensively, ensuring that normal…