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Abducted Kaduna journalists regain freedom

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

The Kaduna State Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) announced the release of the journalists and their families on…

Fire razes Emir of Kano Sanusi’s palace

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

A statement by Munir Bayero (Danburam Kano), the Chief of Staff to the Emir, said the incident occurred on Saturday…

What I learnt from Wole Soyinka – Female talking drummer, Ara

Taiwo Okanlawon

2 years ago

Ara described Soyinka as a great respecter and lover of African culture, urging the younger generation to emulate such from…

3 jailed for operating Illegal Bureau de Change in Maiduguri

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

They were arraigned on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, by the Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,…

School building collapse: NGO berates regulatory agencies for negligence

Paul Dada

2 years ago

The tragic incident had resulted in the deaths of 22 students, with many more sustaining various degrees of injuries.

Six jailed for internet fraud in Uyo

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Six internet fraudsters arrested by operatives of Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC have…

Tinubu greets ex-PUNCH Chairman at 80

Paul Dada

2 years ago

The President prayed for the continued well-being of Chief Ogunshola and his family.

Soyinka tallest living iroko in Nigeria’s literary forest – NCC

Paul Dada

2 years ago

She appealed to developers to strictly follow the building code and avoid the use of substandard materials to avert the…

Sanwo-Olu keeps ignoring our pleas, Lagos Community cries out in anguish

Paul Dada

2 years ago

She added that the government's negligence has left her and many others in a state of despair, struggling to make…

Bode George reacts to Supreme Court judgement on LG autonomy

Paul Dada

2 years ago

"This is the right time to rejig our Constitution in full.”

LASG fights fake building materials testing

Paul Dada

2 years ago

She said that the salt in such soil could damage steel and make buildings unsafe.

Four persons rescued from collapsed building in Abuja

Paul Dada

2 years ago

She appealed to developers to strictly follow the building code and avoid the use of substandard materials to avert the…

Jos School Tragedy: 81 victims discharged from hospitals

Paul Dada

2 years ago

Izang further said that the five patients who were still on admission, were in a stable condition.

Plateau school building not caused by demons but negligence – Gov Mutfwang

Paul Dada

2 years ago

Mutfwang who was conducting an on-the-spot assessment of the situation on Saturday, ordered the immediate closure of the school.

Insecurity in Iresa-Adu: UK-based Prince disburses financial aid to security agencies

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Reports emerged on Sunday, July 7, indicating a recent surge in criminal activities in Iresa-Adu. Businesses were raided, and shops…

First lady expresses sadness over loss of lives in Plateau building collapse

Paul Dada

2 years ago

The commissioner had said that emergency responders were currently at the scene conducting search and rescue operations.

Sanwo-Olu highlights virtues in Adeboye’s wife

Paul Dada

2 years ago

“May the year ahead be filled with health, happiness, and continued success.”

20 Quick astonishing facts about Prof. Wole Soyinka at 90

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

In 1965, he seized the Western Nigeria Broadcasting Service studio and broadcast a demand for the cancellation of the Western…

China, Nigeria pledge to enhance tourism, cultural exchanges

Paul Dada

2 years ago

Mr Li Xuda, the Cultural Counselor of the Chinese Embassy, spoke on Saturday at a Seminar themed “Advancing Culture and…

Police commence e-Central Motor Registry enforcement July 29

Paul Dada

2 years ago

He urged owners and users to embrace and key into this initiative promptly for optimum safety and security.

Met Police officer Poonsawat admits sexually touching woman without consent

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Poonsawat attached to the Central South Command Unit, appeared at Croydon Magistrates’ Court on Friday, 12 July charged with sexual…

Many trapped as another building collapses in Abuja

Paul Dada

2 years ago

Two persons have, however, been rushed to the hospital.

Hunger: Senator advises FG on food importation

Paul Dada

2 years ago

Maidoki, who represents Kebbi South in the upper chamber of the National Assembly, made the call on Saturday morning when…

Police arrest man over alleged Uber car theft

Paul Dada

2 years ago

Hundeyin further said that while the police officers were about taking the suspect to the station, the driver came to…

Kidnappers abduct acting Rector of Benue Polytechnic

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Its Public Relations Officer, Mr Sewuese Anene, while confirming the incident, said the Rector was kidnapped with others on their…

Police arrest 200 criminals, recover ammunition in Anambra

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Itam urged Anambra residents to offer information that would aide the fight against crime, adding that he had been engaging…

Deadly Dutch trio jailed for murder of Nigeria’s Riches Obi in London

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Jurick Croes, 38 of no fixed address appeared at the Old Bailey Friday, 12 July where he was sentenced to…

London rapist Keanu Vella jailed 12 years for rape, false imprisonment

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Keanu Vella, 30 of Maldon Walk, Woodford Green appeared at Snaresbrook Crown Court on Thursday, 11 July for sentencing for…

Human traffickers now recruiting victims on social media – NAPTIP boss alerts

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

According to him, the Agency under his watch would focus more on public awareness creation, particularly in rural communities, to…

Hunters raid kidnappers’ hideout in Kogi, kill bandits, rescue abductees

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Acting on credible intelligence, the hunters stormed the kidnapper’s hideout in Yagba West Local Government Area of the state, neutralizing…

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