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Terrorists shoot 37 villagers dead in Sokoto for refusing to pay levies

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

The terrorists (bandits) were said to have attacked the villagers for refusing to pay the levies imposed on them.

‘Hurricane’ Yusuf demolishes more of Ganduje buildings in Daula Hotel, Hajj Camp

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

The exercise was in continuation of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf resolve to demolish buildings constructed within and around government-owned landed…

Heavy deployment of police in Enugu to end IPOB’s sit-at-home order

Isa Isawade

3 years ago

“Unrepentant criminal elements that take pleasure in wanton destruction should turn a new leaf as security forces shall not spare…

7 trapped victims rescued from collapsed wall

Isa Isawade

3 years ago

He said one side of the wall at Malam Kato Square collapsed and affected seven people. They include Abubakar Abdullahi, 30;…

Fire fighters rescue 7 from collapsed wall in Kano

Nimot Sulaimon

3 years ago

The firemen rescued all the victims alive, only five of them with minor injuries were conveyed to Abdullahi Wasai Teaching…

Manhunt for abductors of Chinese national begins in Abia

Nimot Sulaimon

3 years ago

According to the source, police had yet to ascertain whether it was a case of abduction or kidnapping.

Fuel hike: NLC mobilises ASUU, JUSUN, NUT others for ‘mother of all’ strike

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

The NLC had resolved to embark on nationwide strike and protest from Wednesday if the Federal Government did not revert…

Yahaya Bello escapes death as hoodlums open fire on convoy, security aides injured

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

The Governor was on his way from Abuja to Lokoja when the attack occurred at Banda village, in the outskirts…

82 ISWAP terrorists, families fleeing from military onslaught, drown in river

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

It was gathered that the terrorists and their families from the Lake Chad axis drowned in a desperate attempt to…

Four deadly cultists shot dead in gun-battle with police in Rivers

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

Commissioner of Police, CP Nwonyi Polycarp Emeka, displayed the bodies of those killed during a news conference at the Police…

Kano gov. Yusuf bans indiscriminate outdoor adverts, pasting of posters

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

According to the statement: "Individuals and entities are mandated to use billboards and electronic means for poster display as part…

Flooding: Gov. Yusuf orders refuse evacuation from Kano streets

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

A Statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sunusi Bature Dawakin on Friday indicated that Yusuf approved Emergency Refuse Evacuation Plan…

NLC begins nationwide strike Wednesday over humongous hike in petrol price

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited had increased the price of petroleum product to between N488 and N555.

Just In: Police declare ex-NURTW boss ‘Auxiliary’ wanted

Nimot Sulaimon

3 years ago

Auxiliary is wanted "in connection with cases of; attempted murder, causing grievous harm, arms dealing, murder, armed robbery within the…

‘Gay’ Yahoo Boy bags two years jail term in Kaduna

Michael Adesina

3 years ago

Joseph Victor Ndubuka has been convicted by Justice Darius Khobo of the Kaduna State High Court sitting in Kaduna, on…

‘1,108 Lagos men reported being abused in 6 years’

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

The Executive Secretary, DSVA, Mrs Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, made this known on Thursday at the unveiling of ”The Hidden Crime, Violence…

Moment Tinubu held first security meeting with service chiefs (Photos)

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

At the meeting were the Chief of Defense Staff, General Lucky Irabor; Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Farouk Yahaya;…

FCT residents react to petrol subsidy removal

Isa Isawade

3 years ago

Mrs Juliet Lewis, a resident of Abaji Area Council, said that the average Nigerian would be seriously affected, "because, once…

Rivers: Police bust baby factory, nab 2 suspects, rescue 6 pregnant teenagers

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

Speaking to journalists during her parade by the police recently, Ozoroh confessed to operating the baby factory.

Alleged fraud: EFCC Withdraws amended charges against Kano businessman, Zaura

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

The defendant, popularly known as A.A. Zaura, was the senatorial candidate of APC for Kano Central Senatorial District in the…

Humongous hike in petrol price vexatious, withdraw it now – NLC tells FG

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

On Wednesday, the NNPC confirmed the hike in price of petroleum product, which now sells between N488 and N555 per…

Panic as plane skids off runway at Lagos Airport

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

Achilleus-Chud Uchegbu, The Head, Corporate Communications of the airline, said the aircraft landed safely but was forced to terminate its…

Children need right environment to develop fullest potentials – NGO

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

Momah said the event was specially organized to give the children the opportunity to have a fun-filled children's Day celebration…

Ikeja Electric, Sahara Group Foundation build lodge for Ipaja Police Division

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Folake Soetan, Chief Executive Officer of Ikeja Electric said “the new traveler’s lodge would help…

Kano Police smash 93 suspected criminals during inauguration

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

Gumel who briefed journalists at the Bompai Police Command headquarters said preliminary investigations indicated that a large number of the…

Tinubu took best decision by removing fuel subsidy – Fayose

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

According to Fayose, many governments had come and paid lip service to all these issues, saying it was time to…

Again, court summons Kwara traditional ruler

Nimot Sulaimon

3 years ago

Ibuoye had accused the traditional ruler of illegally demolishing the ancient palace. He also alleged that the traditional ruler renamed…

JUST IN: Gov. Otti suspends transport levies in Abia

Nimot Sulaimon

3 years ago

The directive was in line with the governor's campaign vow to sanitise revenue collecting techniques in the state and to…

Breaking: Tinubu orders DSS to immediately vacate EFCC’s office

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

The President gave the directive when reports that DSS officials stormed the EFCC office located on Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos…

Lagos man Oyewole arrested for raping, stealing $10,000, other valuables from lady

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

The said lady, simply identified as Cynthia, in company of some police officers from Ilasan Division arrested the suspect in…

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