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Lagos Police slam allegations of shooting protesters during Makoko demolitions

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Lagos State Police have denied reports that officers opened fire on residents protesting the demolition of their homes, insisting that…

NSCDC reacts to allegations of non-payment of promotion arrears

Abimbola Aderinola

2 months ago

Afolabi said that the explanation became necessary following an unconfirmed report published in some online media platforms on Jan.23, regarding…

NSCDC hits back at online reports on promotion arrears

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“The payment of arrears falls squarely under the Presidential Committee on Arrears, chaired by the Director-General, Budget Office of the…

Wike vs Workers: Strike continues despite Court ruling

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) workers have continued their strike despite a court order asking them to suspend the action and…

FG approves pension increment after 21 years

Abimbola Aderinola

2 months ago

They also disclosed that 2,116 NSITF retirees will get a monthly pension of N159.95 million as well as an additional…

Police dismiss gunfire allegations during anti-demolition march

Paul Dada

2 months ago

He added that officers were deployed early to maintain order and deter criminal elements from hijacking the protest, and that…

Army, police rescue eight kidnap victims in Kaduna forest

Paul Dada

2 months ago

Those rescued include Mrs Rashida Musa (19), Mrs Hafsat Nuhu (18), Mr Zakari Saleh (52), Miss Hasiya Yahaya (13), Mr…

Coalition Urges Security agencies to wade into alleged Fraudulent Takeover of Pinnacle Communications

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

The Coalition of Civil Society Groups for Transparency and Accountability has called on relevant agencies to make concerted efforts to…

Turkey shrugs off Tinubu stumble, calls Nigerian outrage “Silly”

Paul Dada

2 months ago

According to Dabiri-Erewa, officials in Ankara were taken aback when they learnt that the moment had generated controversy back home.

More feathers for Anosike as NiMet emerges among Top 10 on ICPC’s Ethics and Integrity Compliance Scorecard

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has rated the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) as one of…

Police bust transnational human trafficking syndicate in Enugu

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“The victim has since been debriefed and reunited with her family, while investigations are ongoing to dismantle the trafficking syndicate…

Heavy gunfire, explosions rock Niger airport (video)

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Heavy gunfire and explosions erupted in the early hours of Thursday near Diori Hamani International Airport in Niger’s capital, Niamey,…

APC governors call for transparency ahead of congresses, convention

Paul Dada

2 months ago

Uzodimma noted the initiative would enhance data-driven planning, improve demographic insights and strengthen grassroots engagement across communities

Police pledge to enforce order after Onitsha market shutdown

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“This proactive engagement underscores our resolve to maintain peace, ensure compliance with lawful directives and prevent any breach of public…

Lagos Demolitions: CAPPA decries police crackdown, demands suspension of CP

Paul Dada

2 months ago

CAPPA stated that the Commissioner of Police appeared to have taken personal offence at Soweto’s public criticism of the continued…

Why I was sacked by ex-President Jonathan – Bolaji Abdullahi

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Former Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Bolaji Abdullahi, has shed light on the circumstances that led to his removal…

UK visa fraud: Abuja court to rule on virtual evidence

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 months ago

The Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Jabi has fixed February 18, 2026, to hear and determine a motion…

Tinubu’s Aide Bwala mocks ADC’s Spokesperson for total ideology confusion

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has publicly questioned the clarity and coherence of the…

Inside Kano home where Man violently beat his mother for seizing his gun

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The Kano State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, Ididiong James, for allegedly assaulting his mother and being in…

Police smashes ₦7.7bn Telecom Fraud Syndicate, arrest six, recover assets

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The Nigeria Police Force has uncovered a large-scale cyber-enabled fraud involving the illegal diversion of telecommunications airtime and data resources,…

Tinubu breaks silence on Ojora’s death, calls it National loss

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Otunba (Dr) Adekunle Ojora, a renowned industrialist, business tycoon…

EFCC unleashes N1.1bn fraud hammer on ex-Benue Poll Chairman, co-accused

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, arraigned Dr. Tersoo Joseph Loko, the former Chairman of the Benue…

Osun LG Fund: Oyetola’s aide dismisses Adeleke’s allegations

Isa Isawade

2 months ago

Dr Bolaji Akinola, Special Adviser on Media to the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, has dismissed…

JAMB clears air on undergraduate writing UTME exams

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has denied reports claiming that students already studying in universities are not allowed…

Primate Ayodele begins annual 21-day thanksgiving with visits to members, police stations, others

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has kicked off his annual 21-day Thanksgiving programme for 2026.

Osun Accord Chairman speaks on alleged party’s crisis

Isa Isawade

2 months ago

“Gov. Ademola Adeleke remains our candidate and party’s flag bearer for the Aug. 8, governorship election...

Onitsha market shutdown: Rep Ogene urges Soludo to reconsider, engage stakeholders

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Ogene suggested that the Anambra State Government should have undertaken comprehensive sensitization efforts, engaging market leaders and business stakeholders, to…

Political Showdown in Rivers: Fubara told how to stop Impeachment

Femi Fabunmi

2 months ago

Many political watchers are closely following the developments, as the situation could have significant implications for both the state and…

Two suspects arrested as police bust armed robbery gang

Isa Isawade

2 months ago

Nansel said that the incident occurred on Tuesday at about 12:10 a.m., when five armed men invaded the filling station,…

Polytechnic association lauds FG’s HND reform plan

Isa Isawade

2 months ago

The Association of Private Polytechnics in Nigeria (APPN) has commended the Federal Government’s plan to abolish the Higher National Diploma…

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