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Tinubu hails JAMB boss Oloyede’s revolutionary legacy as he turns 70

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Tinubu emphasised the vital role education plays in national development, describing Oloyede as a symbol of hope for Nigeria’s future.

Police crack down on illegal arms in Edo, arrest suspects

Isa Isawade

2 years ago

“The suspects have confessed to the crime and will soon be charged to court."

EFCC targets Bello’s ex-aides in corruption probe

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

However, insiders revealed that the EFCC possessed substantial evidence against Bello, far exceeding what has been filed in the ongoing…

Flood: Edo residents barricade road over govt’s failure to dredge Ikpoba River

Isa Isawade

2 years ago

"The community is calling on the state government to mobilize the contractor to start dredging the river.”

PDP kicks as party chieftains are allegedly arrested in Ebonyi

Isa Isawade

2 years ago

“We, therefore, use this medium to alert the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun that some of his officers…

Disability Foundation appeals for resolution to Nigeria’s endless crises

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

In a letter addressed to President Bola Tinubu and the governors of all 36 states, including the Federal Capital Territory…

Fuel fury: NNPCL sparks national outrage with shocking petrol price hike to N1,030

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

In Abuja, the nation’s capital, motorists are now grappling with the harsh reality of paying N1,030 per litre for petrol,…

Senate in emergency closed session over LG autonomy motion

Isa Isawade

2 years ago

“I hold that the states’ retention of local government funds is unconstitutional.”

I’ll cooperate to fish out those threatening you, VDM tells Falana

Isa Isawade

2 years ago

Chief Falana had threatened to sue VDM for defamation if he failed to publish a public apology in relevant media…

Temitope Adedeji Adewale rallies support for Lagos parking policy

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 years ago

Adewale assured the Authority of the committee’s readiness to provide any necessary support for the successful execution of its mandate.

Tinubu hails Zainab Bagudu on her election as president OF UICC

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 years ago

This initiative will facilitate the establishment of six cancer centres across the country within two years, located in teaching hospitals…

Russia’s Wagner recovers bodies of mercenaries killed in Mali

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Russia’s Wagner mercenary group said that its fighters had recovered the bodies of its mercenaries killed in a July battle…

Tight security in Jos as Plateau LG poll gets underway

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Alfred Alabo, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), in the state said the command had deployed adequate personnel to all…

Matawalle: We’ll flush out bandits, terrorists from Northwest

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

The Minister of State Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle has said the Federal Government will get rid of bandits, terrorists and…

How Nigeria can reduce energy poverty in rural areas – Sen. Akintunde

Michael Adesina

2 years ago

The lawmaker representing Oyo central senatorial district in the Senate, Yunus Akintunde Ph.D, has said that the prioritization of urban…

Lagos man Nonso Ekeocha jailed over fraudulent documents

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Ekeocha was prosecuted by the Lagos Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on a one-count charge bordering…

Flood: Senate urges NEMA to urgently provide relief materials to 5 LGAs in Adamawa

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

In the motion was titled “Urgent Need for Intervention in the Humanitarian Crisis caused by Flooding in Adamawa North Senatorial…

Umahi insists on use of concrete for reconstruction of Lagos-Abeokuta expressway

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

The minister said that concrete pavement would address the threat of water to asphalt pavement, assuring that funds would soon…

Kebbi: Abducted District Head found dead

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Confirming the killing in a statement issued to pressmen in Birnin Kebbi on Tuesday, the Spokesperson of the command, SP…

Mozambique votes in tense election likely to see ruling party win

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Four candidates are vying to replace President Filipe Nyusi, who is stepping down after serving two terms. The favourite is…

Village head arrested for supplying information to bandits in Katsina

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

ASP Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, the spokesperson for Katsina Police told journalists that on Oct. 3, based on credible intelligence, the command…

Kwankwaso far ahead of Peter Obi, can’t be his deputy – Buba Galadima

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

According to him, Kwankwaso did not and will not consider deputizing Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election. He maintained…

Lagos boat mishap: Ferry manager arrested for alleged negligence

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 years ago

NIWA has demanded that the ferry manager produce the captain of the ill-fated boat for further questioning.

Army speaks on IPOB’s call on Igbo youths to shun ongoing recruitment

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Nwachukwu described the call as a “brazen yet futile attempt to undermine national unity and cohesion”. According to him, this…

Wike sounds alarm: Rivers on brink of chaos due to Fubara’s disregard for Rule of Law

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Wike also faulted the governor's stance on police involvement in the local government election, linking it to the recent outbreak…

NATCO 2024: Lagos pushes for a safety culture among artisans

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Mojola encouraged participants to take proactive measures, including seeking insurance, utilizing personal protective equipment (PPE) during hazardous work, and prioritizing…

Lagos launches Local TB Champions, Steering Committee to combat Tuberculosis

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

In her address, the First Lady underscored the importance of collaboration and community leadership in the fight against TB, urging…

Tinubu charts path for innovative governance at 54th Annual Accountants Conference

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

According to Tinubu, these reforms, such as digitizing revenue collection, implementing consumer credit systems, and reforming mortgage structures, are designed…

Shock, grief as TheNEWS/PM NEWS loses Rivers Bureau Chief, Sir Okafor Ofiebor

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

By Kazeem Ugbodaga The Bureau Chief of TheNEWS/PM NEWS in Rivers State, Sir Okafor Ofiebor, has passed away, sending shockwaves…

What Oba of Benin told Edo governor-elect Okpebholo when he stormed Palace

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

This appeal was made on Tuesday during a visit from Okpebholo and his running mate, Dennis Idahosa, who presented their…

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