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‘Obi of Lagos’ has confessed to fraud – Police

Paul Dada

7 months ago

The police said he confessed that he aimed at deceiving the public and collecting money under false pretences.

Shettima directs speedy disbursement of FG’s N250bn loan to farmers

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Shettima commended President Bola Tinubu for granting the PFSCU the political backing to act boldly on priority reforms, notably, the…

Kebbi governor suspends health commissioner

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to accountability, discipline, and effective service delivery in all sectors.

FG gives new condition for secondary schools to retain WAEC, NECO accreditation

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Alausa said the directive was in line with government policy to strengthen professionalism in the teaching profession.

Kaduna govt activates emergency response ahead of predicted heavy rains

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Kaduna government urged the residents to take precautionary measures, including clearing drainages, avoiding flood-prone areas, and complying with official safety…

Why I’m challenging Oyebanji for Ekiti APC governorship ticket – Ojo

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Ojo criticised APC’s National Secretary for saying there was no vacancy in Ekiti State Government house. ‎

“Nigeria not immune to Nepal- like revolution,” Ex-Osinbajo campaign DG warns

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

“The poor will think all the wealthy men are criminals and corrupt. And the good and the innocent may be…

2027: Muslim clerics in Kano pray for Tinubu, Barau, Ata victory

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Sheikh Abdullahi further stated that they offerd prayers for divine guidance, success, and impactful leadership for the three leaders ahead…

New political parties: INEC pre-qualified ADA, 13 others for registration

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

INEC said that 157 associations failed to meet the requirements.

Umahi hails Tinubu as construction of section 2 of coastal highway hits 12km

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The Minister who spoke to journalists during a tour of the highway project also commended the contractor, Hightech Construction Company…

NiMet forecasts 3 days of thunderstorms, rain nationwide

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

‎According to NiMet, driving under heavy rain should be avoided, and to avoid leaching of nutrients, farmers should refrain from…

NUPENG accuses Dangote of breach of agreement, issues fresh strike threat

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Recall that NUPENG directed its members to embark on strike over alleged anti-labour practices by Dangote Refinery.

Lagos shuts 32 illegal health facilities, warns hospitals against Auxiliary Nurses

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

“A hospital must be run by qualified doctors and nurses. We do not allow one doctor to handle everything from…

Enough is Enough: Sanwo-Olu vows crackdown on illegal dredging in Lagos

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

Sanwo-Olu painted a stark picture of the consequences of inaction, citing coastal erosion that has already swept away entire communities…

DMO dismisses claim that Nigeria is one of the biggest debtors in West Africa

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The DMO emphasised that public debt within the sub region had increased significantly over the last decade due to increased…

FG, Lagos unite in bold push to end Malaria

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

Highlighting some of the project’s milestones, Professor Pate pointed to the successful onboarding of Patent and Proprietary Medicine Vendors (PPMVs)…

Bauchi govt. sacks education officer over alleged sexual harassment

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The Chairman of the commission, Dr Ibrahim Muhammad, as saying the disciplinary proceedings against the officer were in line with…

Katsina govt selects 6 children from each of 361 wards for model schools

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Governor Radda said supporting the underprivileged invites God's mercy, adding that his government would always attend such community-building initiatives.

How I was abducted, robbed in Romania – Soyinka

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

By Nehru Odeh Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has given a detailed account of how he was abducted and robbed…

Court refuses to stop Mark, Aregbesola from taking over ADC

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

While the former Senate President, David Mark, is the current national chairman of ADC, the ex-Osun Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, is…

No Voter, No Voice: NEDMO rallies Nigerians to register ahead of 2027 elections

Paul Dada

7 months ago

"To register and not vote is exactly tantamount not having registered. A situation where less than 20% of registered voters…

CNPP, 75 CSOs Back EFCC on Kyari’s Arrest, Demand Thorough Probe of Refineries Fraud

Abimbola Aderinola

7 months ago

Deputy National Publicity Secretary of CNPP, and Alhaji Ali Abacha, National Secretary of CNCSOs, the groups commended the EFCC for…

Afenifere flags concern over Natasha’s Senate future

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has weighed in on the ongoing impasse over Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s return to the Senate after…

Nigerian actor, Ninalowo reacts to N33million scam allegation

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

The victim, Victoria Ayano, reported to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) that one Bolanle Azeez posed as Ninalowo…

US: Trump carries out threats, deports first batch of Nigerians

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

The Nigerian government has not yet issued an official statement on the latest deportations, but diplomats privately admit it may…

Two men bag 10 years imprisonment for possession of firearms in Osun

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

According to the prosecution, the offence of unlawful possession of firearms contravened section 3(1) of the Robbery and Firearms(Special Provisions),…

Gov. Mutfwang flag-off construction of housing estate for Plateau workers

Abimbola Aderinola

7 months ago

The governor explained that the state government spent more than N340 million to acquire the land for the project...

COOUTH resident doctors commence strike

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Resident doctors at the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital (COOUTH) in Awka, Anambra State, have commenced a seven-day warning…

Lagos unveils Maiden Eko Arts and Craft Competition for Students

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

Registration will run from 11 to 18 September 2025, while the main competition will take place between 18 September and…

UK govt partners Nigeria to launch £19m climate-resilient health, education facilities in Kano, Jigawa

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

CRIBS is a pioneering and innovative programme that is piloting a new approach to protect essential health and education services…

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