Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Anambra barber remanded for allegedly raping 14-year-old customer
“He then stepped outside, looked around briefly, returned to the shop, locked the door and turned up the volume of…
Nine suspected cultists arrested, guns, ammunition recovered in Edo
The operation followed a distress call that members of a cult group were terrorizing residents.
ICPC, PTAD sign MoU to combat pension fraud, safeguard retirees’ entitlements
This partnership, Dr. Aliyu declared, “will enable information sharing, joint investigations, and swift prosecution of those who prey on our…
“My blood drawn without my consent,” Nigerian lady rescued from Libya narrates ordeal
Olugbenga said she dropped out of school at the age of 20 years and was lured to Libya with the…
Katsina governor seeks divine support in battle against bandits, others
He highlighted several measures already taken by his administration, including the recruitment and equipping of youths from frontline communities to…
Wike inaugurates dualisation, reconstruction of roads in Karu
Wike listed roads earmarked for immediate reconstruction to include: Custom Clinic Junction to CBN Quarters Junction, Custom Clinic Junction to…
UN ends air service in Nigeria over poor funding
In 2024, UNHAS fixed-wing flights carried more than 9,000 passengers.
Kebbi mother arrested for burying newborn baby alive
Maryam allegedly tied the baby’s neck with three pieces of wrapper, covered her mouth, and transported her to a bush…
NAF jets strike 15 terrorists dead in Sambisa forest
The strikes destroyed key structures and inflicted significant losses on the terrorists
Ondo: Police smash motorcycle snatching syndicate, recover 7 motorcycles
The criminal gang had long been terrorising the good citizens of the state and neighboring states, dispossessing victims of their…
Tinubu to inaugurate 6,000mt lithium plant in Nasarawa
Sule said the new project aligns with his administration’s goal to position Nasarawa as a hub for lithium processing.
NELFUND: Tinubu commits N90bn to 400,000 students’ school fees, upkeep – Minister
“Tinubu’s vision is that, on no account should a Nigerian child of school age is denied going to tertiary institution.
From Brasilia with love
From ifá religion and football to Marcopolo buses and Embraer jets, Nigeria and Brazil have long standing cultural and economic…
Police confirm 10 dead, 10 injured in Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway crashes
The truck, laden with cement and driving one-way from Garriki Enugu to Nenwe in Aninri LGA, on the same Enugu…
Ebonyi gun-battle: Wanted criminal kingpin shot dead, 2 AK-47 rifles recovered
Police described his killing as another major breakthrough in the sustained onslaught against violent crimes by the Ebonyi command.
2027: Abuja ICA mobilizes Igbo to get PVC
Ikenna Ellis-Ezenekwe, insisted that collection of PVC by Igbo eligible voters will the much touted political irrelevance of the Igbo…
Nigeria secures 775 terrorism convictions in 8 phases of trials – NCTC Boss
The trials demonstrated Nigeria’s resolve to pursue justice through lawful processes, while also providing avenues for rehabilitation and reintegration of…
Police stop man from killing self on top high tension pole in Anambra
Orutugu assured that the command would provide the necessary support to ensure the victim’s well-being.
Eid-ul-Mawlid: FG declares Friday public holiday
The minister further called on Nigerians, irrespective of their religious affiliations, to use the occasion to pray for peace, security,…
El-Rufai betrayed public trust, turned people’s hope to sorrow – Rev. Hayab
Hayab also accused El-Rufai of diverting huge loans to sectional projects that excluded many communities.
Police foil plan by Ondo father to marry off 15-year-old daughter
“During preliminary interrogation, the suspect, Asere Sunday “Santo,” confessed to arranging the marriage.
“Exceptional leader, loyal party man,” APC hails Shettima
Mr Felix Morka, the party’s National Publicity Secretary said this in a statement while felicitating the Vice President on his…
Troops kill 20 terrorists, recover weapons in North East offensives
The operations were conducted by troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) in Gujba, Gubio, Sabsawa, Whumtakum, Mandarari, Gajigana, Konduga, Banki…
Nigerian court jails five Thai nationals 3 years for cybercrime
They were accused of aiding abetting and conspiring among themselves to commit an offence, to wit; cybercrime, contrary to and…
Bayelsa Govt seeks stake in $3.5bn brass fertiliser, petrochemical project
Diri, who commended the President Bola Tinubu administration for resuscitating the project, said it was long overdue.
Nasarawa SDP Senator Wadada officially rejoins APC
Wadada had first indicated his intention to defect from SDP to APC during his recent visit to President Bola Ahmed…
“She was a great mobiliser,” Obi mourns LP Women Coordinator
Obi, who visited the family at their residence in Gidan Mangoro, Abuja on Tuesday, described the death of the Coordinator…
Tinubu: Nigeria hits revenue target in August with bulk funds from non-oil sector
He said the federal government will establish agricultural mechanisation centres in all regions of the country to build capacity, expand…
NNPC Ltd appoints new heads for corporate communications, public relations
Prior to joining the NNPC, Odeh had a distinguished 26-year career at the NLNG, where he held various leadership roles…
Gunmen abduct District Head in Kogi
Security operatives are combing the forest to track down the kidnappers and rescue him safe and sound, ” Ovye-Aya said.