Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Drug abuse greatest threat to Nigeria’s future – Marwa
Marwa reiterated NDLEA’s full commitment to keeping drugs off Nigeria’s streets, out of schools and far away from the nation’s…
Tinubu approves 600-capacity hostels for Abuja law school
The two hostels, one for female and the other for male, to be domiciled within the school, would provide accommodation…
Ex-legislative aide jailed 8 years for N120.5m job scam
Yilkan, was found guilty on a two-count charge of obtaining money by false pretence, contrary to Section 1(1)(a) of the…
NSA: Two housewives rescued from kidnappers, high- profile suspects nabbed
According to the NSA, the successful rescue of the women underscored the effectiveness of non-kinetic strategies in tackling insecurity.
CVR: Osun, Borno lead as INEC releases week 5 details
The statistic showed that Enugu State has the least number of online pre-registration with 2,931 representing 0.05 per cent of…
Kamala Harris regrets not challenging Biden’s decision to seek re-election
Harris had stepped in to run Biden’s 2024 White House campaign after he withdrew in July 2024 due to health…
Court to hear Akpoti-Uduaghan’s preliminary objection to FG’s defamation suit
Ehighioge West-Idahosa, SAN counsel for Akpoti-Uduaghan, predicated the objections on the alleged abuse of prosecutorial powers by the Office of…
Anambra man stages self-kidnap to extort N20m ‘ransom’ from family
He was arrested in his hideout in Rivers
Enugu: Group raises alarm over alleged opacity, mismanagement of Mba’s administration
"Across all these issues — smart schools, Songhai farms, water projects, hospitals, hotel concessions, demolitions, land allocations — one thread…
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Ranking the contenders to replace Victor Osimhen for Nigeria
With Nigeria’s qualification hopes precariously balanced on a knife-edge, the looming October battles against Lesotho and Benin couldn't be more…
“Tunde Ednut earns $5,000 average per day, ISWIS approx $200,000 from live events in a month” – Chude Jideonwo
As part of his address, Jideonwo announced his $500,000 personal commitment to the FourthMainland Creator Fund — a catalytic investment…
France, Belgium to recognise Palestine at UN conference
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas will participate via video link after the Trump administration denied him a visa.
Fun as Illustrators from across the globe rubbed minds in Lagos
A groundbreaking platform, LIFI is dedicated to nurturing and celebrating the art of children's book illustration.
Police break silence on alleged attack on DIG Mba’s country home, relatives
The social media post had alleged that a policeman was killed by kidnappers who attempted to abduct parents of Mba…
APC chieftain commends Ododo on Kogi Central roads
He also advised the governor to stay focused on continuing the transformation agenda of the APC as bequeathed by his…
Orelope-Adefulire celebrates First Lady Oluremi Tinubu on birthday
Orelope-Adefulire commended Senator Tinubu’s humanitarian spirit, reflected in her motherly care for widows, orphans, and the less privileged, as well…
Man arrested while attempting to smuggle illicit drugs into Kuje prison
Ikedi allegedly concealed the suspected cannabis sativa and other psychoactive substances in his clothing.
Gunmen continue rampage in Kogi, kill policemen, others
There have been rising cases of security breaches in Yagbaland and other parts of Kogi west senatorial zone in recent…
UNGA 80: Nigeria’s agenda unveiled as Shettima arrives New York
While in New York, the Vice President will announce Nigeria’s new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement.
“True, we are finished!” Peter Obi reacts to First Lady’s birthday request
Obi while wishing the First Lady happy birthday on a post in his social media handles, said her request for…
“You need help,” Presidency blasts El-Rufai over Tinubu’s life presidency claim
Onanuga, described the claim by El-Rufai that President Tinubu intends to become a “life president” after 2027— as "baseless and…
Army reacts to alleged involvement of troops in Cross River land dispute
The Army, in the statement alleged that the report was intended to discredit the efforts of troops working tirelessly to…
UK pushes peace plan at UN summit dominated by Palestine recognition
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said she will use the summit to address civilian suffering in war-ravaged Gaza and seek…
Recognition brings independence closer, says Palestinian foreign minister
The United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia formally recognised a Palestinian state on Sunday, joining other nations in a move aimed…
NiMet issues alert on 3-day rain, thunderstorms from Monday
NiMet forecast cloudy atmosphere and intervals of sunshine over central region with chances of isolated thunderstorms with light rain over…
FG unveils National Energy Master Plan implementation committee
The committee would oversee projects across solar, wind, hydro, biomass, and other emerging technologies.
Jonathan: Electoral manipulation biggest threat to democracy
Jonathan also warned that failure of democracy to meet expectations of the people can lead to desperation and open the…
Alleged Delta cult gang kingpin Fragene Pessu arrested
The gang was implicated severally in kidnapping for ransom, with evidence of payments made to secure the release of their…
Abuja-based lawyer wanted for forgery arrested in Lagos
Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie had, on Monday, issued a bench warrant for the arrest of Giwa and one Ibitade Bukola.
NGX Weekly: Investors gain N822bn as market capitalisation hits N89.744 trillion
Forty equities appreciated in price during the week, lower than 70 equities in the previous week.