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Okpebholo urges Edo youths to join Nigerian Army

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

Okpebholo also urged parents, guardians, traditional rulers, community leaders, religious institutions and youth organisations to mobilise and encourage eligible candidates…

FG’s N501bn bond critical to restoring confidence in power – GenCos

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

The GenCos noted that the reform programme was designed to tackle the nation’s N3.3 trillion electricity sector debt.

Mbah suspends payment of daily tolls by petty traders

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

He warned that anyone collecting the outlawed levies, typically ₦100 or ₦200, “whether for government or privately, will face strict…

I’m not afraid – Deputy Speaker Kalu reacts to call to join Abia governorship race

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

Stakeholders, including Abia Representative in the Public Complaints Commission, Dr Madukwe Ukaegbu, and Prof. Hagler Okorie, cited Kalu’s leadership and…

Police rescue nine foreign nationals, bust transnational fraud syndicate in Ogun

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Ogun State Police Command have rescued nine foreign nationals and arrested two suspected…

Omokri knocks David Mark over ADC leadership tussle with younger rival

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Ambassador Reno Omokri has criticised ex-Senate President David Mark over his reported involvement in a leadership struggle within the African…

Lagos First Lady pushes moral upbringing at Lagos Easter children’s fiesta

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

The First Lady of Lagos State, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has called on parents to take a more deliberate role in raising…

FCMB Links Value-chain Coordination to Improved Food Security

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Stakeholders across Nigeria’s agriculture sector called for stronger coordination across the value chain to improve productivity and food security at…

LASU enters new era as Monarch emerges chancellor under Sanwo-Olu

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday formally installed the Alara of Ilara Kingdom, Oba Olufolarin Ogunsanwo, as the 6th…

Rainstorm destroys newly constructed bus/taxi terminal in Abuja

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

The heavy rain, which began around 3:30 p.m., blew away the terminal’s roof and deposited the debris on the Abuja-Keffi…

Kano Assembly withdraws impeachment notice after deputy governor’s resignation

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

The impeachment proceedings, initiated on March 5, 2026, followed allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public…

ICPC docks ex-finance director over alleged multi-million naira contract fraud

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

ICPC's investigations revealed that the defendant allegedly used his position to influence the award of several contracts worth tens of…

2027: Ex- South-East Governors declare support for Tinubu

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

They also also praised President Tinubu for what it described as inclusive appointments and ongoing infrastructure projects in the region.

Wike orders arrest, prosecution of owner of collapsed building

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

Wike, who gave the order after he inspected the site in Abuja on Monday, also announced the revocation of the…

“Honour the uniform or leave”: Disu sends strong warning to police officers

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

“We must rise above indiscipline, misconduct and above every action that diminishes the honor of our uniform,” he said.

Police arrest 18-year-old over N20m threat, ransom plot

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

“Items recovered from him include an HP laptop and a flash drive, which are currently being examined as part of…

Nigeria urged to adopt crop-specific fertilisers

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

The company’s operations have also been affected by shortages of key raw materials like sulphur and ammonia, as well as…

Ogun 2027: Sen. Adeola asks supporters to halt campaign

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

Adeola who is considered one of the frontrunners for the Ogun gubernatorial ticket of APC in the election made the…

World Health Day: First Lady calls for stronger, smarter health systems

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

According to her, creating strong health systems requires not just better facilities and workers, but also continuous support for research,…

Borno man Awal Bello jailed for paying tax, facilitating cash swap for Boko Haram

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

In another case involving Hamat Modu, who pleaded guilty to being a member of Boko Haram group, Justice Nyako sentenced…

Bala vs Mark: The battle over ADC leadership explained

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) recently announced that it will not recognize either faction as the legitimate leadership of…

Garo’s appointment as Kano deputy governor will stall N57.4b corruption trial – Lawyer

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 weeks ago

Garo is currently standing trial alongside former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and others over allegations involving the diversion of local…

Faster emergency care ahead as FG considers Air Ambulance program

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

The Federal Government (FG) has started discussions with Airbus to buy air ambulance helicopters to improve emergency medical services across…

Plan your movement: Lagos shuts many roads in Ikeja, Apapa, VI over Tinubu’s visit

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 weeks ago

The Lagos State Government has announced temporary traffic adjustments across key parts of the city ahead of a series of…

US missionary Alex Barbir expelled from Nigeria

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

“He has been… removed and sent out of the country because of the work he’s doing, which is creating division,”…

Eritrea’s historic victory turns sour as seven players vanish

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

Seven players from the Eritrea national football team have reportedly not returned home after their team beat Eswatini 2–1 in…

Sad day in Kebbi as Assembly Speaker dies

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

The Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammad Usman Ankwai, has passed away.

Army counters viral interview on Soldiers’ welfare

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

The Army further assured the public that no soldier is sent on duty without proper protective equipment.

Setback for Kwara North as key APC aspirant backs Kwara Central for Governorship

Michael Adesina

2 weeks ago

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, Prince Haliru Dantsoho Mahmud, has stepped down from the…

FG begins mass trial of suspected terrorists in Abuja

Abimbola Aderinola

2 weeks ago

The Federal High Court in Abuua on Tuesday, has begun the mass trial of suspected terrorists charged with terrorism offences...

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