Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
‘Why Lagos CP ordered probe into ex-Ondo governorship candidate Akingboye’s death’
Akingboye contested the November 2024 Ondo governorship election but lost to the incumbent, Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress…
Flood devastation: Residents of Kaduna community cry out for urgent help
Another resident, Thomas Yatai, attributed the flooding of the community to blocked water ways and the absence of appropriate drainage…
NiMet issues alert on 3-day thunderstorms, rainfall nationwide
NiMet advised people across the country to fasten loose objects, disconnect electrical appliances, and avoid tall trees to reduce risks…
Kebbi lawmakers call for arrest, prosecution of Malami
The Caucus further urges security agencies to focus their efforts on genuine threats to national security and not be drawn…
Four rescued from rubbles of collapsed building in Lagos
The building collapsed on Friday night at about 8.30 p.m. at No 333 Borno st, Alagomeji, Yaba, trapping several persons.
Sultan leads effort to stop cows from roaming Abuja streets
National President of MACBAN, Alhaji Baba Othman-Ngelzarma, affirmed that the meeting was organised to address the concerns of cows roaming…
GWR: Hilda Baci done with cooking largest pot of jollof rice , awaits verdict
The record-breaking feat adds another milestone to Baci’s growing list of achievements while showcasing Nigerian cuisine on the global stage.
Rivers: Ibas begins process of handing over to Fubara
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike had also given indication that the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi…
Israel-Palestine conflict: Nigeria, 141 countries endorse 2-State solution
Israel voted against it, alongside nine other countries: Argentina, Hungary, Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Tonga and the…
Kogi govt reiterates ban on customised textbooks, notebooks in schools
He stressed that the move aims to reduce the financial burden on parents and promote a more standardised approach to…
Ministry, REA partner to deploy solar power to grazing reserves
The Minister described the agreement as a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to revitalise the livestock sector under President…
Police bust notorious robbery gang in Bauchi
The gang reportedly invaded student hostels at Federal Polytechnic Bauchi, stealing valuables such as mobile phones, laptops and power banks.
Two missing students of Ebonyi School for the blind found begging in Enugu
“They disappeared from their school due to a threat for punishment by senior students," Mr Christopher Okorie, Coordinator of the…
WHO says cholera kills more than 6000 people in 2024
WHO said preliminary data show that the global cholera crisis continues into 2025, with 31 countries reporting outbreaks since the…
Anambra not considering building second airport – Commissioner
Anambra government said the speculation may be following the recent visit to the Anambra Mixed-use Industrial City (AMIC), with some…
No grudges: Minister ‘forgives’ staff who protested against her
The minister described the Ministry of Women Affairs as the “conscience of the country,” responsible for advocating the rights and…
“Replicate yourselves in younger women,” First Lady charges female CEOs
“We have to come together, better and stronger than them. We have to ensure that we make life easier for…
Gov. Adeleke appoints Obuaku-Igwe special envoy
Chinwe Obuaku-Igwe has also been representing Osun State at global and national platforms, including COP28 in Azerbaijan and the Citizens…
Gov. Yusuf pledges welfare, scholarship for separated conjoined twins
Hassana and Hussaina had been flown to Saudi Arabia in October 2023, where a team of 38 specialists, including pediatric…
Kano governor approves over N1.1bn for school uniforms
Kano State Government has taken a bold step towards reducing the high number of out-of-school children by approving the procurement…
Bode George raises alarm over alleged plot to manipulate Lagos PDP congresses
The former PDP Deputy National Chairman accused Koshedo who is the Deputy National Secretary of the party of hijacking forms…
Patients stranded as UCH resident doctors join nationwide strike
NARD had after expiration of a 10 days notice to the FG had Thursday declared a of a five-day nationwide…
“You must always outthink criminals,” Egbetokun tells Border Patrol Commanders
The Inspector General of Police also tasked the Commanders not to relent in their strides to preempt and prevent criminal…
12 ways the economy has changed structurally under Tinubu
Incentive for non-oil exports like cocoa, cashew, soybean, etc with cheaper naira. Cocoa exports made N4trillion for Nigerians in 2024.…
Tinubu inaugurates RenewHER initiative to tackle maternal mortality, others
The United Nations (UN) Women Country Representative for Nigeria, Ms Beatrice Eyong, described the RenewHER idea as “a turning point”…
Terrorism: Court grants prayer for accelerated trial of Al-Barnawi, 4 others
The U.S. had, in 2012, placed a $5 million (£3.5m) bounty on Al-Barnawi’s head after branding him one of three…
Brazil’s Bolsonaro jailed 27 years for coup attempt
A majority of the five-member chamber of the STF found the 70-year-old guilty, according to local media.
Four dead, 15 injured in gunmen attack on Anambra burial ceremony
The spokesperson of Anambra Police Command, Tochukwu Ikenga said preliminary findings indicated that incident was connected to a clash between…
Shettima directs speedy disbursement of FG’s N250bn loan to farmers
Shettima commended President Bola Tinubu for granting the PFSCU the political backing to act boldly on priority reforms, notably, the…
Kebbi governor suspends health commissioner
The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to accountability, discipline, and effective service delivery in all sectors.