Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
2027: Alia appoints ex-Rep Francis Agbo, 22 others APC point men for Benue LGs
The governor warned that they would be held accountable if what was meant for the people was diverted. He advised…
NPFL: Shooting Stars speak on attack on players, officials by Kano Pillars’ fans
Shooting Stars Sports Club in its statement strongly condemned the violent attack on its players and officials at the Sani…
DSS issues alert on dismissed operative gone rogue Victor Godwin
The Service said Godwin have been engaging in unscrupulous activities aimed at defrauding members of the public using its name.
We’re sorry – Ahmed Musa begs over attack on 3SC players, officials by Kano Pillars’ fans
Ahmed, a former captain of Nigeria's national team, the Super Eagles, described the behavior of Kano Pillars fans as "unfortunate,…
Shocking: Ebonyi man Chukwuma Onwe sells 5-day-old son for N1.5m
Police said the father of the child was arrested alongside the alleged buyer on Friday at Azugwu area of Abakaliki…
Money laundering trial: Evidence admitted against ex-Gov. El-Rufai’s aide, 3 others
During the proceedings, the prosecution presented three witnesses, including former Kaduna Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mrs. Aisha Dikko Kalil,…
Police rescue 18 suspected stolen children, nab 10 suspects in Abia raids
Danladi Isa, the Abia state commissioner of police, was quoted in the statement as urging the people of Abia to…
NGX records 27.9% decline in trade as investors exchange N90.28 shares
The Financial Services Industry led the activity chart with 1.355 billion shares worth N24.588 billion traded in 59,553 deals, contributing…
‘How Army Commander led troops to rescue kidnapped victims in Kwara’
The victims were later handed over to the traditional ruler of Ayekale, Oba Pius Oluwole Oni Dofin of Idofin Odoeshe…
How we helped police to arrest killers of Arise TV journalist – NFSS Commander
The NFSS commander said further investigation led to the arrest of more suspects and the recovery of one AK-47 rifle,…
NELFUND reopens student loan portal for 2024/2025 academic year
The extension, NELFUND said was intended to ensure that all eligible students were duly captured and verified by their respective…
INEC faults court order on arrest of Mahmood Yakubu
Olumekun said that the judgement of the Court of Appeal was superior to that of the Federal High Court, hence,…
Insecurity in South-West: Protesters ask Tinubu to pardon Igboho
As insecurity continues to challenge the region, YSDM says only decisive leadership and reconciliation can guarantee lasting safety for the…
Alake: I’m receiving death, other threats for revoking mining licences
According to Alake, Nigeria’s solid minerals sector has increased its contribution to the nation’s GDP from less than 0.5 per…
PDP speaks on impending defection of Enugu governor to APC
Reports on Friday indicated that Mbah will formally join the APC on Tuesday. According to Ben Nwoye, Enugu APC caretaker…
NIS offers undocumented foreign nationals new lifeline
The NIS warned that any foreigner who had breached the conditions of his or her visa and failed to report…
Police rescue 10 after five months in kidnappers’ den in Kaduna
The victims were abducted by bandits who attacked their homes in Kushe Makaranta village in large numbers and took them…
Suswam speaks on alleged plan to dump PDP for APC
Some online reports had indicated that that Suswam would decamp from the PDP into the APC during a dinner event…
Awka North LGA supports Soludo’s re-election with N150m
Speaking on behalf of the ten communities in the LGA, the President-General of Urum, Mr Felix Ifebumma, reaffirmed their steadfast…
What ex-President Jonathan told Sowore on free Nnamdi Kanu protest
Sowore, who has been mobilizing leaders and prominent personalities for the protest revealed his meeting with Jonathan in a statement…
Benue Assembly approves Alia’s N100bn loan request
The lawmakers said that with the loan the state would experience overwhelming progress and development both in the urban and…
Lagos teacher remanded for allegedly defiling 13-year-old student
The prosecutor said that a 13-year-old girl, was attending a summer lesson organised by the defendant when he defiled her.
LG boss, finance director jailed for contract fraud
During the trial, prosecution counsel, Mr. Hamza Sani, presented evidence showing that Mr. Fakai unlawfully withdrew a total of N54…
Retired FCTA Director bags 24 years jail term for ₦318m fraud
ICPC said its findings showed that Duku received multiple payments totaling the said sum, including ₦56.25 million, ₦71 million, ₦53…
Ex-NSITF boss Ngozi Olejeme docked for alleged N1bn fraud
She pleaded not guilty to all the charges when read to her.
“No more graduation, Christmas parties in Anambra schools,” Soludo declares
Soludo said the ban on such activities was part of his administration’s effort to make education more affordable and equitable…
Macron set to name next French premier
Macron is under time pressure, because if highly indebted France wants to get a budget for the coming year in…
Amupitan, a non-partisan patriot – Senator
Amupitan, Karimi noted, is a pan-Nigerian to the core, who, though from the Okun-Yoruba section of Kogi has lived most…
Don’t put honour on the Dock
To this writer, even as the temptation to jump into conclusion is real, there is the greater need for everyone…
Hungarian writer, Laszlo Krasznahorkai wins 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature
Krasznahorkai is best known for his 1985 novel 'Satantango' was given the award “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that,…