Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Troops foil ISWAP attacks in Yobe, kill 7 terrorists
According to military intelligence sources, the attackers stormed the town at about 5pm, in two different groups.
Troops nab 8 fleeing bandits in Zamfara
About eight bandits who were injured in the ongoing bombing of their hideouts in forests in Zamfara State have been…
Akwa Ibom shuts 12 fake medical laboratories
The clampdown is in compliance with the directive from Akwa Ibom over sub standard services of medical Laboratories operators in…
How American writer Joan Didion wrote bestseller at 70 after losing husband
Joan Didion was a writer who turned adversity into prosperity, who turned misfortune into fortune. She sure, as they say,…
Obaseki to political aides: Loot public funds, go to jail
"Any political appointee who keeps his family abroad and wants to loot the system will be punished as it is…
Next Cash & Carry not looted during fire incident – Police
Police said three suspects who made attempts to cart away goods from the store during the fire incident were promptly…
Anambra man, Nwafor arrested over attack on police station
A motorcycle allegedly looted from the station during the attack was found in his possession of Nwafor and recovered.
Uche Nwosu: Group issues 72-hour ultimatum to Gov. Uzodimma
Imo Police Command has said the gunmen who arrested Nwosu and took him away from the Church were its personnel.
Notorious Enugu IPOB/ESN kingpin, Godwin Nnamdi nabbed by troops
The IPOB/ESN kingpin was arrested by troops of 82 Division Nigerian Army in conjunction with other security agencies while conducting…
Obasanjo mourns Desmond Tutu, recalls his contribution to Nigeria’s debt cancellation
Obasanjo said Desmond Tutu died with his head lifted high; his ministry untainted; and his integrity uncompromised.
Okorocha’s son -in -law, Uche Nwosu arrested, not abducted – Police
Police clarification followed viral story that Nwosu was kidnapped by heavily-armed gunmen at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Eziama in Obaire,…
Niger Bridge gridlock: Police urged to withdraw checkpoints
The Federal House of Representatives had, on Dec. 16, called on the Inspector General of Police to dismantle checkpoints on…
Gunmen abduct Ekiti cocoa merchant, motorcyclist on Christmas day
They were abducted barely 72 hours after a traditional chief, Emmanuel Obafemi, the Odolofin of Ijan-Ekiti and another victim were…
Ogun technician, Toheeb Akanji stabs union leader to death
Upon interrogation, Akanji confessed to the killing of the deceased and claimed it was the devil’s handiwork.
Osinbajo speaks on Buhari’s legacies after family’s Christmas homage (photos)
Osinbajo said the challenges bedevilling Nigeria might be daunting but not insurmountable in the last lap of the administration.
Buhari praises Ganduje over achievements in Kano
Buhari said this in a congratulatory letter to Ganduje as he marked his 72nd birthday.
Why Bauchi is building huge churches, mosques – Gov. Mohammed
He expressed satisfaction with the performance of Christians in his administration.
Rivers APC slams Wike over advice to new judges, NJC
The party alleged that Wike's advice was spurred by the recent axing of Justice Okogbule Gbasam by the NJC
Rivers: Task force vehicle crushes 2 kids, father cries for justice
Hiphzibah and Joshua, aged one year, six months and three years respectively were crushed to death at the roadside after…
Army to release romantic soldier, Sofiyat Akinlabi today
“I can confirm to you that an order has been made for the soldier to be freed and enjoy the…
Ganduje: What we’re doing to keep terrorists, bandits out of Kano
Ganduje also urged the Federal Government to complement efforts of the State.
‘Nigerians want it’ – Gbajabiamila speaks on Electoral Bill fiasco
Gbajabiamila said he was not aware of any move by the legislators to override the president, saying collection of signatures…
Son of abducted Anambra traditional ruler begs Obiano to rescue father
By Lucy Osuizigbo-Okechukwu About six weeks after his father, Igwe Oliver Nnaji, the traditional ruler of Ogwuaniocha Community in Ogbaru…
Yuletide: Police deploy 3000 personnel, patrol teams in Edo
By Jethro Ibileke To ensure adequate security of lives and properties during the yuletide season, the Edo State Commissioner of…
Kogi Gov. felicitates with Christians, calls for spirit of giving
Yahaya Bello said Nigerians should not cease to preach the message of peace and good neighborliness as they set to…
Christmas: Okowa preaches love, peaceful co-existence among Nigerians
Okowa urge Nigerians to unite and pray for peace and co-existence, and eschew bitterness and hatred on the basis of…
Rivers: Hoodlums ransack Mile 3 market, rob traders, 11 arrested
The rampaging hoodlums had also attempted to snatch rifle from a soldier attached to a construction company working at Ikokwu…
Wike accuses NJC of intimidating judges
Wike said with the peak of political activities to set in in 2022, there will be an increased level of…
Yagba Fed. Constituency: PDP aspirant denies stepping down
Meseko described the rumour of his alleged step down as laughable and the handiwork of his political opponents.
Yuletide: CRIN Director preaches love, peace
The Kogi State born geneticist commended the security agencies for putting their lives on the line for others and enjoined…