Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Police in mourning as DPO dies during surgery in Lagos
"Until her passing she was known for her diligence and commitment to duty. Her friendly disposition and humane approach to…
How to stop Nigerian doctors from leaving the country – NMA
Afolabi said that ideally, the number of doctors in Nigeria was far below the standard of the World Health Organisation,…
Edo: 50 environmental sanitation defaulters hauled before mobile court
During the exercise, residents and traders were seen sweeping drains, clearing refuse, and cleaning up their premises, a development that…
Jigawa opens bids for N1.4bn rural electrification projects
The projects include rehabilitating and repairing transformers and cable lines in several communities that have been without electricity for over…
Eyitayo Jegede heads PDP Convention Screening Committee
Former PDP governorship candidate in Edo State, Asue Ighodalo was appointed as the secretary of the 13-member committee,
Woman, sister arrested for N446m property fraud in Benin City
Iyoha and Oghenetejiri were arrested based on petition by Esemudje that they presented themselves as the rightful owners of the…
Akwa Ibom school proprietor arrested for alleged visa, scholarship fraud
She was arrested after one Dr. (Mrs.) Blessing Nse Bassey, a clinician, petitioned the EFCC about her activities,
Okpebholo sets up task force to tackle pipeline vandals
Okpebholo made the disclosure on Friday, during the courtesy visit to his office by the newly-elected leadership of Independent Petroleum…
Gbenga Adeyinka set to stage “The Last Show” of 2025 in Lagos
The night will feature a mix of comedy greats and music stars, including Alibaba, Niniola, 9ice, Sunny Neji, Timi Dakolo,…
Oborevwori suspends Polytechnic rector, bursar
Oborevwori further directed that the Deputy Rector shall act as Rector, while the most senior accountant in the Bursary Department…
Children’s Booker Prize to be announced today
The inaugural £50,000 award will open for submissions in spring 2026, with the shortlist of eight books revealed next November.…
Misconduct: Eight Immigration officers sacked, 5 compulsorily retired
The decision followed the review of recommendations of the board from its Disciplinary and General-Purpose Committee (BDGPC), which met on…
Nigerian troops kill dozens of terrorists, rescue 26 from kidnappers
The troops also recovered large quantities of arms and ammunition, destroyed terrorists’ camps and illegal refining sites to deny criminals…
“With time, the court will invoke appropriate provisions,” Judge warns Nnamdi Kanu
Justice Omotosho held that in as much as opportunity would be given to Kanu, “I also repeat that the right…
Abure, Usman confront Amupitan with Labour Party’s crisis
Abure, in the letter to Amupitan on Friday insisted that his faction of the party has been recognized by court.…
“Shun rhetoric, improve citizens’ lives,” Shettima admonishes governors
Shettima reiterated President Bola Tinubu administration’s shift from reactive crisis management to proactive planning.
Alausa unveils initiative to empower 8,000 teachers with free data, devices
According to Alausa, participating teachers will have free access to the Federal Government’s eLearn platform and other approved digital resources,…
FG, Governors to revamp security training institutions nationwide
Uba also said that NEC looked at other sister agencies, and the committee was also charged with the responsibility to…
Amupitan gets advice on how to become ‘democracy super hero’
Amupitan’s swearing in by the President comes a week after the Senate confirmed his appointment as INEC Chairman, following a…
Tinubu hails Ekpo, Mshelbila on GECF appointments
The President expressed confidence that both Mshelbila and Ekpo would represent Nigeria with distinction and foster stronger cooperation, stability, and…
Kogi: Gunmen abduct man, wife in Yagba East, demand N100m ransom
Bandits have marauded Yagba Federal constituency in recent times. Among the recent victims of abduction is Mrs Omolayo Jacob, also…
Applause as Tomike Layi-Babatunde’s Acacia Studio launches Tara Collection
The event was indeed a huge success. And distinguished guests, thrilled at the growth and success of Acacia Studio as…
Edo emerges top at NNPC/SEPLAT 2025 Parles Quiz finals
The quiz competition is a SEPLAT Joint Venture (JV) Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative targeted at equipping secondary schools with…
“I’m here for a purpose,” Amupitan declares as he takes over at INEC
Agbamuche-Mbu reminded Amupitan that the assignment before him was a herculean national service that demanded sacrifice, patience and unflinching dedication.…
SDP expels ex-chairman Gabam, others over alleged misconduct
While reading out the list of expelled members, Ayenigba said the affected officials were accused of misconduct, misappropriation, and gross…
EFCC speaks on alleged ‘shielding’ of politicians who defected to APC
The EFCC boss vowed that no politician or high-profile individual will be shielded because of party affiliation.
UNIBEN announces deadline for 2025/2026 admission acceptance
UNIBEN said candidates, who fail to accept their admission before the deadline, risk forfeiting the offer.
Five ISWAP Commanders, many fighters killed as troops repel terrorists’ attacks in Yobe, Borno
“The death of the five commanders marked a significant setback for ISWAP’s command and tactical operations in the North East.…
Shock as Police declare 24 foreign cybercrime suspects missing
They were apprehended in their residence at Plot 1906, Cadestral Zone 807, Katampe District of Abuja, where they were said…
Sowore: Take It Back Movement threatens mass action
Benjamin Hundeyin, spokesperson for the Nigeria Police Force, in a statement said Sowore was arrested because he led the protests…