Author: Ayorinde Oluokun
Troops kill 15 terrorists in Katsina, nab 13 suspects in Kaduna, Benue
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke killed one armed herder during clearance operations, in Logo Local Government Area of Benue.
Trump threatens severe consequences against ‘wrongful’ detention of U.S. nationals abroad
The bottom line: Anyone who uses an American as a bargaining chip will pay the price
Alleged anti-union agenda: PTD opposes NUPENG’s call for strike against Dangote
PTD asked its members to ignore the NUPENG's strike notice which it described as “insensitive, callous and unacceptable” in a…
Gbajabiamila inaugurates 1,200-capacity auditorium at Lagos Army barracks
Gbajabiamila added that he was working to pull down the old bungalows in the barracks and replace them with a…
How Sujimoto boss Ogundele, defrauded us of N5.7bn – Enugu govt
Enugu State Government urged Nigerians to disregard what it described as "theatrics and crocodile tears," of Ogundele.
Politicians now using cryptocurrency for money laundering – Olukoyede
While encouraging players in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology to prioritize enlightenment and training of investors, Olukoyede noted that SIBAN could…
NASPAN hails FG on shea nuts’ export ban
The Federal Government on Aug. 26, placed a six-month temporary ban on the exportation of raw shea nuts from Nigeria.
NAFDAC busts fake chemical, water, rice factories in Abuja (Photos)
The team also shut down a counterfeit rice operation at a shopping plaza opposite the World Trade Centre, Abuja, where…
Nigerian troops kill 11 terrorists, nab 64 suspects in nationwide operations
The source said the troops of 222 Battalion repelled threats around Alau Dam and seized weapons and ammunition.
It begins like a boil.. Adamawa community cries out over strange disease
The disease usually begins like a boil, later bursts, and gradually eats up the flesh, damaging bones in the affected…
Police avert lynching of woman over abduction of 3 children in Nasarawa
Hashiru was apprehended on Sept. 4, at about 5:45 p.m. by members of the public at Orange Market, Mararaba, while…
“Nigeria dangerously slipping into authoritarian rule,” Atiku raises alarm
The former Vice President said the three incidents are not isolated, but instead signify a coordinated and dangerous assault on…
Abia govt sacks 6 civil servants over salary fraud
The affected officers were found to have engaged in the manipulation of payroll systems, resulting in the unlawful receipt of…
CVR: INEC uncovers 27,817 multiple registrations in Anambra
“Prior to the recent voter registration, Anambra had 2,656,437 registered voters. With the new registrants, the voters roll for the…
EFCC declares Lagos real estate mogul, ‘Sujimoto’ wanted for money laundering
The anti-graft agency urged anybody with information on whereabouts of Sujimoto to contact any of its offices around the country.
Nigeria’s Online Gaming and Entertainment Sector Embraces the Rise of Cryptocurrency
This report surveys gaming apps soaking their economies in crypto assets, identifies financial and experiential pull factors for players and…
‘I stole Origin bitters, Gordon’s drinks due to salary delay’
Madu stole 11 bottles of Origin bitters, two bottles of Gordon’s and one bottle of Smirnoff X1 alcoholic drinks valued…
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…