Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Fintiri pardons Adamawa farmer on death row for killing herder in ‘self-defence’
Jackson had killed Bawura in Kodomti Village of Numan LGA of Adamawa State after he disarmed him. He claimed that…
Investors gain N578bn as Santa Claus rally boosts NGX
VFD Group recorded the highest volume with 191.97 million shares traded, while GTCO recorded the highest value at N5.59 billion.
Yuletide: Defence Hq launches Operation Ember Guard in South-West
Mustapha said the operation would involve coordinated efforts of the Army, Navy, Air Force, and other security agencies within the…
EFCC arraigns Bauchi finance commissioner for alleged N4.6bn fraud
In count one, Adamu, while acting as the Branch Manager of Polaris Bank Ltd, Bauchi, alongside Ishaku Mohammed Aliyu, Managing…
You must justify you elevation with results, Egbetokun charges new DIG, AIGs, CPs
The IGP decorated one new Deputy Inspector-General of Police, seven new Assistant Inspectors-General of Police, and 13 ned Commissioners of…
We paid $57,000 – NIDCOM speaks on efforts to rescue Nigerian on Saudi Arabia’s death row
"We appeal to the Saudi Arabia Authorities to release Suleimon Olufemi from prison having paid the imposed blood money in…
Akpabio offers job to sons of deceased police outrider
The Senate President extended his sympathies to the bereaved family, the Inspector General of Police, and the entire Nigeria Police…
Navy rescues 20 crew members in vessel fire
Chimba Express, with 21 people comprising 14 Nigerians and seven Cameroonians on board, still had one person missing as at…
‘Why court ordered forfeiture of land approved for $65m Goodluck Jonathan Estate to FG’
According to the ICPC lawyer, the land in question was part of a massive housing project initiated during the administration…
Dangote’s allegation: Why is Farouk Ahmed silent on the corruption claims ?
But one lesson is already clear: in a country where corruption allegations are both weapon and verdict, silence is rarely…
Minister lists strides of Tinubu govt, says pains of reforms evolving to permanent gains
Idris also noted that the Federal Government initiated the process of building new security architecture in reaction to the security…
Two die as speeding bus crashes in Ogun
TRACE rescue team and a member of the public responded to the incident, and the corpses were deposited at the…
Residents protest ‘diversion’ of electricity as darkness envelops Benin City
A resident who gave her name as Doris, said that the outage has impacted their businesses negatively and they were…
WSCIJ to celebrate renowned scholar Jeyifo at 80 in Lagos
Jeyifo is generally regarded as the world’s pre-eminent scholarly authority on the works and career of Wole Soyinka. His award-winning…
Two women caught while attempting to smuggle drug into Kano prison
the suspects had been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation and necessary legal…
Bago receives 130 rescued Papiri students, says their ordeal painful, heartbreaking
Garba-Laka said the successful operation for the rescue of the children was coordinated by the Office of the National Security…
COAS Shaibu orders relentless offensive against bandits, other criminals
The Army Chief also reaffirmed his commitment to improving troops’ welfare, disclosing that approvals have been granted for the renovation…
Edo: Group demands redeployment of CP Agbonika over extortion allegations
Armed with placards of various inscriptions such as: "Stop the unlawful detention; We demand accountability and transparency; Stop police extortion;…
Five Ibadan men in trouble for impersonating as white men
The prosecutor, Insp Adeshina Folaranmi, told the court that the defendants committed the offences on Dec. 19, at about 9.00…
“Dirty Christmas”, CAN and Ini Edo
Then to CAN, thank you for speaking up for Christianity. I just wish to observe that you have been silent…
Yuletide: IGP Egbetokun orders massive police deployment nationwide
Specialized units, including the Police Mobile Force, Counter-Terrorism Unit, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Command, Intelligence Response Team, Special Tactical Squad,…
Troops nab wanted notorious bandit kingpin in Benue
The Army spokesperson added that preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect is closely linked to Dogo, a wanted armed group…
Minister reacts to rescue of Papiri students, staff
Niger governor Umar Bago had about two weeks ago received the first batch of about 100 freed students through the…
Lagos govt speaks on efforts to tackle mounting wastes
On the steps being taken to tackle the situation, Wahab said the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has been directed…
$200m for Christian clinics – U.S explains $5.1bn healthcare MoU with Nigeria
U.S warns that as with all foreign assistance, the President and Secretary of State retain the right to pause or…
No violence, no alcohol – What Tinubu told leaders of Eyo festival
Also speaking, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu said the Eyo Festival is a unique opportunity to showcase Lagos State’s rich and enduring…
Excitement as Oba of Benin leads ‘Ugie Emobo’ rite to ward off evil
The ancient rite symbolises the defeat of the Benin giant, Prince Idubor, popularly known as Aruan.
U.S. Congress delegation speaks on Nigeria’s CPC designation after 2-day visit
The visit by the Congressmen was sequel to U.S. President Donald Trump’s designation of Nigeria in October as a a…
Why we imposed visa restrictions on Nigerians – U.S. Envoy
The Ambassador urged visa applicants and members of the public to consult the U.S. Embassy’s official website for detailed information…
Abiodun assures on infrastructural development of Ota town
The Governor expressed appreciation for the people's support and assured that legacy projects would be in place within the remaining…