Author: Paul Dada
Sacred Throne, Not a Stage: Ogun monarch blasts Taye Currency’s lyrics at Ladoja’s coronation
He noted that coronations are momentous, cultural milestones that require honor, reverence, and dignified conduct — not vulgar lyrics or…
Kwara CP bans phone searches, profiling of youths as ‘Yahoo Boys’
He reassured the public—especially students and youth—that the police are committed to upholding their dignity and fundamental rights. “The era…
Rarara: There is no such thing as “honorary PhD”
This isn’t just my view. In October 2012, the Association of Vice Chancellors of Nigerian Universities resolved that the award…
Defend yourself, you have case to answer, judge tells Nnamdi Kanu
In response, FG’s counsel, Chief Adegboyega Awomolo, SAN, urged the court to reject the no-case submission, citing video and audio…
From Royals to Retail: Traders cash in on Ladoja’s big day
Some petty traders invested in printing pictures of new Olubadan, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, on T-shirts, key holders, calendar, wrist bands,…
Ladoja formally crowned 44th Olubadan
Prior to the crowning, the new monarch had received the symbolic Akoko leaf at the Labosinde Compound in Oja’ba, an…
Ogun Assembly warns police against indiscriminate arrests over land disputes
The appeal was made by the Chairman of the Committee, Damilola Soneye, who was represented by Oluseun Adesanya, during a…
Immigration crackdown: UK unveils new digital ID scheme
Under the proposed system, individuals will have access to a secure digital ID stored on their smartphones. While the government…
It’s Ladoja’s Day: All hail new Olubadan
Ibadan is already agog for the elaborate ceremony that will place at Mapo Hall, Ibadan. Dignitaries from across Nigeria and…
Court jails man for Google account impersonation
According to the charge, Ayomide fraudulently impersonated one Agent Julie Ann Andrews Irs by presenting himself as such on a…
Police rescue four-year-old girl sold for ₦3.7m
Detectives from the Command’s Gender Desk Team recovered the child safely and returned her to Akure, while arresting one Amaka…
147 suspected criminals, oil thieves arrested as troops rescue dozens
Providing further details, he said that between 15 September and Monday, troops operating under Operation Hadin Kai in the North-East…
ICPC, NGO launch nationwide anti-corruption debate for 50,000 junior students
The chairman said that the collaboration was to enhance anti-corruption fight through the basic education level across the country.
FBRA champions nationwide action to mark World Cleanup Day
The event aligns with FBRA’s ongoing commitment to driving circular economy solutions in Nigeria’s food, beverage and tobacco industry.
Military operations sweep Nigeria: Two terrorists down, 32 suspects nabbed
In Benue, the source said the troops of Operation Whirl Stroke neutralised one extremist in Katsina-Ala and rescued 10 kidnapped…
Interpol joins manhunt for Nigerian suspect accused of attempted murder, fraud
The Nigeria Police Force has urged members of the public with credible information on his whereabouts to report to the…
FBI names Nigerian fraud suspect in 23-year-old case, offers N14m reward
The Bureau urges members of the public to come forward with any relevant information, noting that tips may be submitted…
Police bust child-stealing, vehicle theft syndicate in Anambra
According to him, upon interrogation, the suspects confessed to the crime and revealed how the truck was stolen from a…
Our strike remains indefinite: Osun judiciary workers
The strike is also to compel the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) to consider the 2024 and 2025 promotions for its…
Another Lagos Building Collapse: One Injured, five rescued
Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, confirmed that five other victims were rescued from the rubble…
Keyamo seeks global backing for Nigeria’s ICAO council re-election
The Part 2 category, which Nigeria is seeking re-election into, includes countries which make the largest contribution to the provision…
What Tinubu said at United Nations General Assembly
I believe that we will strengthen the international order when those countries that produce strategic minerals benefit fairly from those…
World Lung Day: Protect Nigerians from harm reduction scam
The TAPS ban exists for a good reason. Every year, more than 29,000 Nigerians lose their lives to tobacco-related diseases. Globally,…
Road row: Ogun accuses Gbenga Daniel’s camp of propaganda
It added that any push by Senator Daniel’s associates to lower these standards amounts to a blatant attempt to compromise…
No Safe Haven: U.S. targets high-profile corrupt Nigerians with visa ban
In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), the Mission emphasised that accountability has no boundaries, and even individuals in…
Okpebholo appoints substantive VC for AAU
"She is a prolific researcher and editor, with contributions to African and Francophone literary studies, gender studies, and cultural studies.
Senate unseals Natasha’s office
However, the unsealing of her office on Tuesday could imply a possible softening of the Senate’s stance.
INEC releases names of candidates for FCT elections
He added that the comprehensive list of candidates, detailing their political parties, age, gender, and academic qualifications, had been uploaded…
Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger announce withdrawal from ICC
The three military-led countries accused the court of arbitrarily prosecuting war crimes and serving as an “instrument of neo-colonialist repression.”
Obi mourns fallen security officers, demands justice for families
"Nigeria cannot continue to bury our men in uniform and leave their families abandoned. Our government must rise to the…