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Tragedy as toddler, 2 others electrocuted

Isa Isawade

1 week ago

One of the victims, a two-year-old boy, was reportedly electrocuted after touching a phone charger plugged into a socket when…

Panic as gas tanker bursts into flames in Anambra

Isa Isawade

1 week ago

“The incident occurred at about 7 pm and caused serious panic, forcing residents and other road users to flee for…

Nigeria recorded two world’s deadliest terror attacks

Isa Isawade

2 weeks ago

The report ranked an attack on Darajamal village in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State as the 10th deadliest…

APC fixes date for screening of national office aspirants

Isa Isawade

2 weeks ago

All aspirants are required to attend in person and arrive promptly with all relevant supporting documents for verification.

Federal High Court stops LASG, LAMATA, Police from demolishing Okokomaiko community

Isa Isawade

2 weeks ago

The injunction will remain in effect pending the hearing and final determination of the originating summons in an ex parte…

Nigerian mum, two kids die on way to church in U.S.

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

In a statement issued by NiDCOM spokesperson Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Dabiri-Erewa extended her condolences to the grieving family and the wider…

COAS hosts Eid luncheon for frontline troops in Kaduna

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

The event was aimed at boosting the morale of frontline personnel and strengthening unity among troops

‘Poisoned verdict’: Odegbami condemns CAF for handing AFCON trophy to Morocco

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

Odegbami said although football regulations may not cover every situation, rare cases require wisdom.

NiMet warns of thunderstorms, strong winds in parts of Nigeria

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

Cloudy conditions with intervals of sunshine are anticipated across the southern region, with prospects of isolated thunderstorms accompanied by light…

Police launch rescue operation after Kano official kidnapped

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

He said the victim was abducted at his residence in Durya village of Kibiya Local Government Area and all hands…

Lagos police boss threatens to dissolve task force over human rights violations

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

He said that the individual arrested for driving against traffic was treated in line with the law and due process.

US drones, troops touch down in Nigeria amid security push

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

The troops and drones are said to be stationed at Bauchi Airfield in the northeast, where they are working alongside…

NiDCOM sends condolences as Nigerian family dies in U.S. highway crash

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

She advised drivers to be more careful on the road to avoid such accidents. She added that NiDCOM stands with…

Ozoro Festival Scandal: Peter Obi calls for urgent reforms

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

statement shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Obi expressed concern that while many countries are investing in critical areas…

Fuel shock hits Africa, demand for Nigeria’s petrol surges

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

South Africa currently has some crude oil reserves, but not enough refined fuel stored for emergencies. The country is working…

Arewa community hails Sanwo-Olu, APC over key appointments in Lagos

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

He described the appointments as a demonstration of inclusiveness, recognition, and political relevance within the APC in the state.

Africa’s next chapter: when growth meets responsibility in betting market

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

Before thinking about limits, penalties, or warnings, it makes sense to begin with recognition. That is the thinking behind the…

Shettima storms Zamfara as APC welcomes Gov Lawal back

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

“Now that he has decided to return home, having been satisfied that the APC remains his second choice after the…

Court Speaks, NNPP to INEC: Act now or face contempt

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

“The court restrained INEC from dealing and transacting any business with the Dr Ahmed Ajuji led NWC members of the…

Not Culture but Crime”: Federation urges full Prosecution, sanctions for traditional leaders

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

“It was gender-based violence in its most brazen form, inflicted on women who had every right to be safe in…

Umahi: Lawyer threatens legal action against Tracy Ohiri

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

The lawyer further disclosed that subsequent mediation efforts uncovered significant gaps in Ohiri’s claims, particularly the lack of verifiable evidence…

International Down Syndrome Day: Foundation seeks greater inclusion, condemns prejudices

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

The International Down Syndrome Day is observed annually on March 21, with the aim of advocating for a more inclusive…

Insecurity: US deploys drones, 200 troops to support Nigeria on

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

The United States has sent several MQ-9 drones and about 200 troops to Nigeria to help fight Islamist militants, according…

Dismissed Igbinedion students face prosecution over bullying incident

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Ikoedem said the girls subsequently attacked the student after school hours. In the course of the assault, a woman who…

Massive explosion rocks Calabar Petrol Station, injures residents, destroys property

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Eyewitnesses said several victims sustained varying degrees of injuries. While some were treated at nearby patent medicine stores, others were…

Presidency unveils details of Nigeria-UK migration deal

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

The Presidency stressed that at no point does the 12-page MoU mandate Nigeria to receive non-Nigerian nationals from the UK…

Tony Elumelu, an African business icon – Tinubu

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

Tinubu further commended Elumelu who is the chairman of Heirs Holdings, United Bank for Africa, Transcorp, and the founder of…

One dead, two injured as tanker explosion rocks Lagos

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Oke-Osanyintolu explained that emergency responders, including LASEMA, the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, and LASAMBUS, acted swiftly to contain…

No APGA presidential candidate in 2027, Soludo confirms

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

He said APGA has taken a similar step before. In 2011, the party did not present its own candidate but…

Blood Transfusion: Jehovah Witness reviews doctrine

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

In an official video released on the group’s website on Friday, the leadership explained that while the core belief prohibiting…

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