Author: Paul Dada
Police, banks unite to boost financial security in Kogi
According to him, there is need for improved collaboration between the Police and the bankers forum to create a more…
Older Persons Day: Sine Qua Non offers elderly free medical care
The outreach underscored the importance of prioritising the health and wellbeing of older persons,
Court throws out suit against Tinubu over Rivers State of Emergency
Presiding Judge, Justice James Omotosho, while delivering his verdict in the case brought by Belema Briggs and four others, said…
Tinubu hails Indigenous elevator giant Kresta Laurel at 35
The President recalls the space support provided by the company to him and his transition team in 1999, when he…
Film Meets Policy: Oyo, Afolayan’s KAP Academy unite to nurture talent
The residency, announced by Afolayan, will take place at the iconic KAP Film Village & Resort in Igbojaye, Oyo State…
62-year-old alleged IPOB Informant nabbed for terrorism
The suspect is accused of anchoring a major extortion ring that imposes illegal levies on traders and families in the…
Army crushes terrorists, arrests 25, rescues 16 across Nigeria
In the North Central, troops of Operation Whirl Stroke neutralised a violent extremist in Katsina-Ala LGA of Benue State, while…
Kogi Boat Disaster: 14 dead, dozens still missing
NEMA said: “The incident occurred at about 5:40 p.m. on Tuesday, when a boat with around 80 passengers capsized en…
Kano governor needs in-house cleaning of aides
Kano’s political history has shown repeated frictions between governors and federal security chiefs. These clashes are not new, but what…
Troops break up bandits’ gathering in Taraba
“During the operation, the following items were recovered; one locally fabricated pistol, two dane guns, three rounds of 7.62 mm…
Cyber Fraud Sweep: EFCC arrests 92 suspects in Benin raid
"Preliminary investigations by the Commission linked the suspects with various forms of internet-related fraud. They will be charged to court…
Why Tinubu must be re-elected in 2027 – Coalition
The National Amalgamation for the Continuation of Renewed Hope (NACRH) has pledged to protect President Bola Tinubu’s reforms from disruption…
Tragedy in Jigawa: Teenager drowns in village pond
He urged parents, guardians and community leaders to warn children and youths against unsafe swimming practices in open water bodies…
At 65, Nigeria still hungry for real freedom – CAPPA
The group observed that whatever gains have been recorded are being overshadowed by hardship, pointing to high costs of food…
National Grid in peril as PENGASSAN-Dangote row hits gas supply
“These timely actions enabled the NISO National Control Centre (NCC) to minimise the impact of the labour-induced gas shortages and…
Gun battle in Niger: Police kill kidnappers, recover rifles, ammo
A thorough search of the hideout led to the recovery of two AK-47 rifles and 49 rounds of live ammunition.…
Abuja-Kaduna train platform now open for ticket payment
According to him, in preparation for the resumption of services, the journey time has been reduced following a review of…
Nigeria@65: AANI urges collective action against insecurity
Okafor stressed that security is the foundation for development and prosperity, and called on all tiers of government to work…
EFCC unit seals two companies in Sokoto
The SCUML is a unit of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission that supervises Designated Non‑Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs)…
Poly lecturers declare strike in Kaduna
“After due deliberations, the unions unanimously resolved that members shall withdraw their services until the governor’s approval is officially granted,”…
Rivers local government workers declare strike
He noted the action became necessary following what he described as unlawful treatment, which also resulted in salary denial for…
Court jails security guard over abuse of five-year-old
The prosecutor told the court that the convict committed the offence on June 6, 2021 on Attan Road, Surulere, Lagos.
Unidentified woman abducts child in Anambra, police seek public help
“Preliminary information reveals that the victim, Master Chimaobi Nwadike, a 3-year-old boy, was stolen by an unidentified woman while in…
Hope rises for Nigeria as FIFA hits South Africa with sanctions for fielding ineligible player
“In accordance with the relevant provisions of the FDC, they have ten days in which to request a motivated decision,…
FG declares October 1 public holiday for Nigeria’s 65th independence
Expressing optimism about the future, Dr Tunji-Ojo said he was confident that with the collective cooperation of all Nigerians, the…
FG plans low-key 65th independence anniversary – Minister
The NOA’s campaign aims to promote these principles through sensitisation drives, collaboration with community stakeholders, and leveraging digital platforms to…
Kano police foil robbery, drug gangs in major sweep
In addition, the police recovered illicit drugs, including: 603 packets of Tramadol tablets (60,300 pieces, valued at ₦60,300,000.00), and six…
Police investigate deadly land dispute between farmers, herders in Borno
“The situation escalated after villagers mobilised to the scene in support of the farmer. The herders attacked them with bows,…
No NYSC without thesis: FG enforces new education policy
The policy mandates that all students deposit their academic outputs—such as final-year projects and postgraduate theses—into the national digital repository.
Group urges Lagos to act on safe abortion as maternal deaths rise
Akiyode-Afolabi emphasised that the STOP policy was crucial in reducing maternal deaths and protecting the health rights of women and…