Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Court freezes convicted ex-AGoF’s muilti billion-naira assets, investments
According to the EFCC, the total current market value of Nnabuoku’s stock as at March 29, is N1, 941,805,342 (one…
My vision is to position Abuja as Nollywood’s next hub — AMP Chairman
Abuja offers diverse filming locations, better infrastructure, and less noise disruption during shoots. You can shoot high-end urban scenes, as…
The majority of Nigerian gamblers spend less than $10 per month – how does this compare to other countries around the world?
Generally, Nigerians gamble for pleasure. Youths especially enjoy gambling. The affordability and accessibility of low-cost betting options is causing people…
“I have not gone anywhere,” Fubara denies abandoning APC
Some reports on Wednesday had indicated that Fubara had defected to the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC after the APC denied…
Police stop lynching of man caught with stolen child in Delta
Edafe said the child was formally reunited with the family in the presence of leaders of the Hausa community in…
Police nab 24 suspected cultists during initiation ceremony in Ondo
The Command assured that investigation is ongoing with a view to uncovering the full scope of the network of the…
Rep Abejide unveils plans for cement factory in Kogi community
Abejide noted that the project aligns with his broader development plan for Yagba, which prioritizes infrastructure, empowerment, and industrial growth…
Mahama approves evacuation of 300 Ghanaians from South Africa
The evacuation comes as reports emerge of harassment and attacks on foreign-owned businesses, particularly in areas such as KwaZulu-Natal and…
Customs intercepts ₦6.7bn worth of cannabis, other prohibited items in Ogun
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun I Area Command said it has recorded a massive victory in the war against…
U.S based medical doctor escapes death over false kidnapping claim in Ibadan
However, the medical doctor's Lexus RX 330 SUV was set ablaze by the mob, while two young girls identified as…
Kano North: Relief for DSP Barau as ex-deputy governor abandons quest for APC ticket
Responding to the development, Jibrin commended Governor Yusuf, Dr. Ganduje, and other stakeholders for facilitating the reconciliation, saying the outcome…
Lagos housewife bags 28 months’ jail term for drug trafficking
When the six- count charge were read to her, she pleaded guilty.
Silverbird, Nollywood pay tribute to late Alexx Ekubo
Ekubo began acting in 2005 with the film “Sinners in the House” and later rose to prominence after emerging first…
Terrorists, not civilians killed – DHQ reacts to casualty claims in Zamfara operation
Onoja said troops of Joint Task Force, North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, conducted the operation on, Sunday, May 10, targeting…
Kano aligning with FG to provide housing for all – Commissioner
Abdullahi said the State Commissioner for Housing Development, Arc. Ibrahim Yakubu Adamu, disclosed this at the Renewed Hope Housing PPP…
NDC releases timetable for primaries, pegs presidential form at N60m
The statement indicated that governorship aspirants will pay N30 million made up of N10 million for the Expression of Interest…
Trump plays down differences with Xi over Iran war
China’s support for Iran remains a point of tension between Washington and Beijing.
Renewed Hope footprints manifest in rail, infrastructure, agric projects in Kano, Jigawa
“There was no time in the history of Kano South district where anybody after Audu Bako (first military governor of…
Prophet seen in viral video abusing child accused of witchcraft arrested
The abused child has been rescued and admitted to the Federal Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki (FETHA) for immediate medical attention, Ebonyi…
In Rwanda, Tinubu pitches the Nigerian business case to the rest of Africa
While the echoes of President Tinubu's economic reforms have since reverberated across every nook and cranny of Africa, he now…
Tinubu calls for reform of global financial architecture to aid Africa’s growth
On Nigeria’s position on peace and security, President Tinubu urged African countries to work together in building a global migration…
Edo CP raises alarm over evolving organized crime
He, however, announced Command’s deployment of technology-driven policing methods to match the emerging trends in criminality.
Scores escape death as truck loses control on Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway
Mr Salau Hammed, the Commander, Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps (TRACE), Ota Unit, who confirmed the accident, said that the…
Police nab 55 Kidnap suspects, rescue 58 victims in Edo
The police commissioner noted that the command had intensified the use of drones, digital tracking systems, surveillance gadgets and intelligence-led…
Daniel confident of clinching APC senatorial ticket against Abiodun
Daniel will be competing for the ticket against incumbent governor, Dapo Abiodun.
Court rejects Bauchi Acct. General’s plea to go on Hajj despite ongoing N1.6bn fraud trial
Jaja is facing prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC alongside the first defendant Aliyu Abubakar, an unlicensed…
EFCC speaks on University of Uyo Teaching Hospital’s ‘operation’
EFCC said operatives of its Uyo Zonal Directorate went to UUTH, in Uyo to authenticate a medical report presented by…
Troops recover over 400 Starlink internet devices from terrorists – Commander
The Starlink internet terminals were intercepted during sustained operations across Sambisa Forest, the Timbuktu Triangle and other terrorist enclaves in…
Lagos govt seals Dominion Pizza outlet for causing environmental nuisance
He said the Domino Pizza outlet was sealed for causing environmental nuisance, offensive odour, as well as endangering human health.
Second British Minister quits amid pressure on Keir Starmer
British media reported that Starmer, during a cabinet meeting earlier on Tuesday, insisted he would continue governing, while no formal…