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5 killed in Pakistani suicide attack

An explosion apparently targeting a mosque in the Pakistani city of Parachinar, killed no fewer than five people and wounded…

South Africa’s ruling party unhappy with Zuma’s cabinet reshuffle

The Secretary-General of the African National Congress (ANC), Gwede Mantashe, has said that the party was unhappy with President Jacob…

Varsity students protest scrapping of non-agricultural courses

Students of the College of Management Sciences (COLMAS) of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike in Abia, on Thursday protested…

Over 3b people eat rice everyday – FAO

More than three billion people eat rice everyday, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has said.

Okpanachi is new MD of Development Bank of Nigeria

The Federal Government has appointed Mr Tony Okpanachi, as the pioneer Managing Director of the Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN).

Ousted South Korean president arrested

Ousted South Korean President Park Geun-hye has been arrested and taken into custody over a corruption scandal that led to…

We are prepared for heavy rains – Oyo Govt

Oyo State Government has assured residents of the state that necessary machinery has been put in place to ensure that…

Kwara Youth Farmers Seek Land For Farming

More than 3, 200 youth farmers, under the aegis of Kwara Youth Integrated Farmers Organisation of Nigeria, on Thursday urged…

Malaria: 2.6m to receive free mosquito nets in Edo

No fewer than 2.6 million residents of Edo state would receive free Long Lasting Insecticidal (LLI) nets, during the upcoming…

Magu Seeks N5bn Compensation From Sun Newspaper

Ibrahim Magu, acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission(EFCC) EFCC, has written a letter to the publisher of…

Teenager Auctions Her Virginity, Sells For £2m

A teenager has sold her virginity for a staggering £2million to a Hong Kong businessman. Alexandra Kefren, 18, appeared on…

Incredible! Families of 12 dead policemen get N3.2m compensation

Families of 12 policemen in Zone 5 who lost their lives in active service have received monetary compensation totaling N3.2…

Nigeria, Poland To Strengthen Ties — Onyeama

Foreign Affairs Minister Geoffrey Onyeama has said Nigeria and Poland will work toward developing stronger ties between them.

America’s prolific serial killer ‘Angel of Death’ dies in prison

A serial killer known as the "Angel of Death" after he admitted killing three dozen hospital patients in Ohio and…

FG Extends Tenure Of 2016 Capital Budget

The Minister of Finance, Mrs Kemi Adeosun, on Thursday in Abuja said that the tenure of the capital elements of…

VP Calls For Robust Global Framework

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has called for an urgent robust global framework on repatriation of stolen assets to ensure quick…
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Robbery: Ex-Driver, 2 Others To Die By Hanging

An Ilorin High Court on Thursday sentenced three persons to death by hanging for armed robbery and attempt to murder…

FG To Ensure Food Safety In Nigeria

The Federal Government says it is currently pushing for a food safety and quality bill, that seeks a healthier approach…

Ishaya Bamaiyi launches memoir — “Vindication of a General”

Retired Lt.-Gen Ishaya Bamaiyi, on Thursday, launched his book — “Vindication of a General” — a memoir of his experiences…
EFCC arrests 25 students of Bayero University Kano (BUK) for alleged involvement in internet fraud in a sting operation in Kano.

EFCC Arrests Woman Over N45m Fraud

Ibadan Zonal office of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission(EFCC), says it has arrested one Aminat Okiribiti for allegedly conspiring with…

Dogara Urges Nigerians To Insist On LG Autonomy

The Speaker, House of Representatives, Mr Yakubu Dogara, has urged Nigerians to continue to push for financial and administrative autonomy…
Court jails Lagos man Damilare Adewale 14 years he pleaded guilty to attempted sexual assault on a 14-year-old girl

Farmer Remanded Over Armed Robbery

A Makurdi Magistrates Court on Thursday remanded a 32-year-old farmer, Stephen Ifeason, in prison over alleged criminal conspiracy and armed…

Arrest Of South Korean Ex-President Approved

A South Korean court has approved an arrest warrant for former South Korean President, Park Geun Hye, on Thursday, a…

Militant With Links To IS, al-Shabaab Arrested

Kenya has arrested a suspected militant with links to the Islamic State and al-Shabaab terrorist networks, the police said in…

FG Challenges Ambassadors On Safety Of Nigerians Abroad

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, on Thursday, challenged ambassadors-designate on safety of Nigerians abroad.

Sterling Bank declares N111.4bn 2016 gross earnings

Sterling Bank Plc on Thursday declared gross earnings of N111.4 billion for the financial year ended Dec. 31, 2016.

Refugee sets himself ablaze on Greek island of Chios

A Syrian refugee on Thursday set himself on fire on the Greek island of Chios, apparently in despair over conditions…

7,000 Medical laboratories operate illegally in Nigeria

About 7,000 medical laboratories operating in Nigeria are illegal as they are not duly registered.
E-invoicing: MAN seeks 90 days extension, expresses concern over guidelines

CBN raises Forex supply by 20%

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Thursday said it would start selling foreign exchange to the Bureau de Change…

NNPC cautions Nigerians against adulterated petroleum products

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) on Thursday in Abuja advised the public to be wary of adulterated petroleum products.