Author: Paul Dada
Sanwo-Olu seeks continuous prayer, support for armed forces, fallen heroes
The Commander 9 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier-General Adegoke Adetuyi, read the Bible Reading at the event which featured prayers, praises…
Remain resolute in defeating insecurity – CDS charges troop
“Always remember that all your efforts and steadfast devotion in the defence of our democracy and national unity in line…
Headlines, Sports, Top Stories
Equatorial Guinea hold wasteful Super Eagles to 1-1 draw
Nigeria mounted offensives many times in the second half but wasted many chances of doubling their number of goals. One…
NDLEA intercepts large consignment of Canadian Loud in Lagos
While commending the officers and men of the MMIA, Ondo, Edo, Oyo, Lagos, Kogi, Katsina and Gombe Commands as well…
AFCON: See Nigeria’s Starting 11 in clash with Equatorial Guinea
Stanley Nwabili, William Troost-Ekong, Semi Ajayi, Zaidu Sanusi, Ola Aina, Alhassan Yusuf, Frank Onyeka, Alex Iwobi, Moses Simon, Ademola Lookman,…
Lagos Taskforce impounds 344 commercial motorcycles in seven days
The spokesperson said the unit had warned men in uniform, like soldiers and policemen, against disobedience to traffic law, urging…
Côte d’Ivoire spent more than $1b to organise AFCON 2023 – Ambassador
“When we meet, when we discuss all issues, we can solve lots of problems. So the power of football is…
SERAP asks Akpabio, Abbas to cut N344.85bn NASS budget
“Under Section 16(1)(a)(b), the National Assembly has the obligations to ‘harness the resources of the nation and promote national prosperity
Entertainment, Headlines, News
Sanwo-Olu congratulates veteran actor, Jide Kosoko at 70
"I wish Prince Jide Kosoko all the very best on his 70th birthday. We thank God for his life and…
Tinubu’s approval of N12bn for national teams excites sports minister
NAN reports that Nigeria takes on Equatorial Guinea on Sunday, in its first game at the AFCON before tackling Cote…
Gunmen kidnap Benue council chairman, three aides
“The ugly incident took place this morning, along Anyagba, Tongov, in Katsina-Ala LGA, of Benue State, around 6:30am, while on…
Catholic priest apologises for blaming family after daughter’s death
“Yes I was heartbroken and pained for what has happened to a friend but I think I went too far.…
We’ll resume strike on Monday – FCT primary school teachers
The directive was contained in a communique dated January 12, 2024, and which issued after an emergency meeting of the…
AFCON: Iheanacho, Moffi arrive Cote d’Ivoire
He said it was unfortunate that a couple of players picked up injuries at the more crucial stage of the competition.
Army intercepts 365 packs of cannabis sativa
Aminu who was represented by the garrison commander, Colonel Legborsi Deedum Nule, stated that the Brigade would not stop to…
With unity of purpose, Nigeria will win 2023 AFCON – Awoniyi
Awoniyi said he was disappointed not to be part of the tournament but had no reason to question God because…
Two-Party system best for Nigeria – IBB
“At the time, we believed Nigerians were capable of a two-party system because it saves you a lot of ‘wahala’…
Police arraign ‘one chance’ armed robbers arrested by LASTMA
The suspects were nabbed earlier by operatives of the Lagos State Transport Management agency. A press statement had afterwards been…
Businessman faces trial over alleged importation of illicit drugs
According to the charge, they committed an offence punishable under Section 11(a) of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency NDLEA)…
Unpaid loan: FCMB drags Lagos businessman to court
The bank said following the defendant's refusal to repay the outstanding debt,the bank activated the clause 5 of the Deed…
Breaking: Supreme Court reverses sack of Kano Gov, Abba Yusuf
But the Supreme Court on Friday, held that Yusuf who is of the New Nigeria People's Party was the winner.
Bala Mohammed is authentic governor of Bauchi, Supreme Court affirms
But reading the lead judgment on Friday, Justice Ibrahim Saulawa resolved all six issues against the appellant and upheld the…
Supreme Court dismisses Jandor’s case against Sanwo-Olu
In Jandor's case, Justice Adamu Jauro, read the lead judgment. He held that the appeal was without merit.
Supreme Court affirms Sanwo-Olu as governor, dismisses Rhodes-Vivour’s case
He maintained that a citizen of Nigeria who acquires that of another country cannot be disqualified from contesting for an…
Tinubu condoles with former President Jonathan over sister’s passing
Tinubu prayed for the repose of the soul of the departed and comfort for all those who mourn this painful…
FG approves release of new maize variety for cultivation
The TELA Maize project involves collaboration with various partners, including National Agricultural Research Institutes in Kenya, Mozambique, Ethiopia, and others.
Judgement Day! Governors storm Supreme Court to know fate
The Supreme Court however, insists, that each of the parties in all of the cases must only be represented by…
Court jails ATM fraudster 10 years
The defendant pleaded guilty to the charge when it was read to him, which prompted prosecution counsel, M.U Gadaka to…
Ajoke not TB Joshua’s biological daughter – SCOAN trustee
On Bisola, he said, “She was continuously unbearable until one day the Prophet asked her to bring her mother. When…
Give widows four and half months leave – MURIC
"We therefore demand a four and a half months leave for all widows working in federal, state and private establishments.…