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Former Ekiti governor Ayo Fayose comes down heavily on PDP, the party on which platform he was elected two times as governor

Why Nigerian government should regulate social media – Fayose

Fayose said usage must be regulated in line with law for both platform owners and users, saying that social media…

Lagos threatens to prosecute pedestrians crossing highways

He said  a marching order  had been given to environmental law officials in the state to enforce the law against…
Tinubu says his administration determined to achieve food-sufficiency

We are determined to achieve food sufficiency for Nigeria – Tinubu

On agriculture, the President outlined plans to bolster agricultural productivity through various initiatives, including the expansion of farmlands, the provision…
Police assure adequate security for Eid-el-Fitr celebration in Ekiti

Kidnapped Ekiti pupils, teachers discharged from hospital

The pupils and teachers were abducted Monday January 29th  from the school bus. The kidnappers killed the bus driver and…
Lagos govt assures residents of the state of exciting times at its 20 viewing centres for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Factors that will determine winner of AFCON 2023

The match, like all football matches will be determined on the pitch. The players and the coaching crews are professionals…
Rivers Siminalayi Fubara expresses shock on the death of co-founder of Access Bank, Dr. Herbert Wigwe, others in USA helicopter crash

Wigwe, others’ deaths caused by bad weather – US

"All 6 on the manifest were confirmed dead, including the pilot and Co-pilot."
Wigwe

Deaths of Wigwe, others overwhelming tragedy – Tinubu

"President Tinubu mourns these exceptional Nigerian business leaders and describes their passing as "an overwhelming tragedy that is shocking beyond…
12 Quick facts about late Access Bank CEO Wigwe

12 Quick facts about late Access Bank CEO Herbert Wigwe

Herbert was the Group Managing Director/CEO of Access Bank plc, one of Nigeria's top five banking institutions.
Chinedu Agbosim, 2 others arrested for belonging to a syndicate involved in the counterfeiting of Nigeria Police Character Certificate.

Police neutralise kidnappers, destroy camps in Abuja

"The Nigeria Police Force remains resolute in its commitment to combating crime and ensuring the safety and security of all…

I still love to take penalty for Nigeria — Ola Aina

The Super Eagles will meet with the Elephants of Cote D'Ivoire in the final of the tournament at 9pm on…
Lagos Traffic Laws

Sanwo-Olu to disburse N3.1bn to 1,000 retired civil servants next week

"Next week, we're set to disburse N3.1 billion under the Contributory Pension Scheme to over 1,000 retirees who have served…
Nigerians optimistic of the Super Eagles victory over Bafana Bafana of South Africa

AFCON 2023: Super Eagles observe minute silence for lives lost

Nigeria take on hosts Cote d’Ivoire in the final of the AFCON 2023 tournament at the Stade Olympique Alassane-Ouattara d’Ebimpé…
Army

Troops kill four insurgents, rescue 11 victims

He said that  a preliminary investigation showed that the victims were kidnapped on Tuesday from their village in Masuku in…
Arosanyin

Food crisis: Rescue Nigerians from hardship, JNI begs FG, States

JNI said this in a statement by its  Secretary-General, Prof. Khalid Aliyu.  The group said that it had been inundated…
LASEPA shuts 250 churches, mosques, night clubs, others for noise pollution

LASEPA shuts 250 churches, mosques, night clubs, others for noise pollution

Ajayi added that some of the organisations were sealed for other environmental infractions, saying that the agency is embarking on…
Nollywood

Veteran actress, Ethel Ekpe dies of cancer

“The actress and later day Pastor will be sorely missed. My family will particularly miss her because we named my…
Police

IGP commends police officer who rejected N4m bribe

But  in the cause of the investigation, two persons,  Akete Esther, f, 43, and Oke Okebalam, m, 49 years, of…
2026 World Happiness Report highlights decline in happiness among Nigerians with Mauritius ranking the number one in Africa

NASRE proffers solutions to Nigeria’s economic hardship

Transparent Communication: Building trust through transparent communication is crucial. Clearly articulating government policies, their objectives, and the expected impact fosters…
Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle recalls ex-captain Ahmed Musa for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe

Please, bring the trophy home, Sanwo-Olu urges Super Eagles

The Governor further implored Nigerians, especially Lagos residents to come out in their millions to show support and solidarity to…

Breaking! Asagba of Asaba passes on

The news of the monarch demise filtered into the streets of Asaba on Wednesday with residents of the state capital…
Tinubu salutes incredible Super Eagles

Tinubu salutes incredible Super Eagles

Tinubu, in a tweet on X said the Eagles had made Nigeria proud, urging them to go and soar in…
Ribadu who spoke at the inauguration of US-Nigeria Joint Working Group said the cooperation has translated into tangible operational gains

Ribadu, CDS absent at Senate’s interface with security chiefs

"But due to the absence of the NSA and the Chief of Defence Staff, the interactive session will no longer…
EFCC raises Special Task Force against dollarisation of economy, currency mutilation

EFCC raises Special Task Force against dollarisation of economy, currency mutilation

The Task Force, inaugurated by the Executive Chairman of the Commission, Ola Olukoyede, was raised to protect the economy from…
Anambra Govt busts baby factory, rescues 6 pregnant teenagers

Anambra Govt busts baby factory, rescues 6 pregnant teenagers

“When we gained access to the facility, what we saw was shocking. We discovered six underaged pregnant girls, within ages…
EFCC operatives arrest 41 suspects, impound 12 trucks transporting illegally mined minerals in various parts of Kwara and Oyo States

EFCC arrests 41 suspects, impounds 12 trucks for illegal mining in Kwara, Oyo

Nzekwe noted that illegal mining activities are considered acts of economic sabotage capable of causing environmental devastation, socio-economic hardship, insecurity,…

Court quashes N21.5bn money laundering charges against ex-Air Force chief

He said: “As officers of the armed forces, they ought to have been first investigated by the armed forces and…
4 dead in east China warehouse fire

Four-year-old boy killed in fire incident

"He was rescued unconscious and our men conveyed him to the Murtala Muhammed Specialist Hospital, where the doctor on duty…
Stakeholders say ban on alcoholic beverages in sachets and pet bottles less than 200ml may result in a loss of over N800bn in investments

Distillers kick against ban on alcohol in sachets

The NAFDAC boss  also said it was not acceptable that some manufacturers still had stacks of alcoholic products in the…
Tinubu appoints Dr. Usman Bello new Chairman of CCB

Tinubu reacts to death of iconic actor, playwright Jimi Solanke

Tinubu, in a statement issued by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, said Baba Solanke was an actor, dramatist, folk singer, poet,…
Lagos Traffic Laws

What I am doing to reduce traffic congestion in Lagos — Sanwo-Olu

"We have some rolling stocks already. We have started doing some bit of testing and if the President is able…