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Six-month old baby abducted by neighbour

Isa Isawade

2 years ago

She later went to the Police Station to report the incident. Mr Bashorun, Barakat's live-in lover told the police that…

Sexagenarian arrested while allegedly carting away high-tension wire

Isa Isawade

2 years ago

“The suspect was later handed to the state command headquarters for further investigation."

Commuters escape death as petrol tanker explodes in Ibadan

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Eyewitness, Biodun Ayoola, explained that ongoing construction of a pedestrian bridge at Ajia Junction had resulted in the closure of…

Katsina govt vows funding for Federal University of Transportation’s growth

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 years ago

Governor Dikko Radda made this commitment during a courtesy visit from the university’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Umar Adamu-Katsayal.

Petrol price hike: Nsukka residents resort to trekking

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

A Filling Station manager who pleaded anonymity attributed the increase to hike of pump price to N855 per litre by…

Obasanjo to chair African Biblical Leadership Conference

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 years ago

Referencing United Nations data, he noted that over 31 of the 45 least developed countries are in Africa, stating the…

How Technology Is Transforming Nigeria’s Gambling Landscape

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Another impactful innovation brought by technology is mobile apps. Online casino and betting platforms have developed mobile apps that allow…

20 Dead, 2,000 displaced as devastating flood hits Yobe

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Among the hardest-hit villages are Misilli, Lawan Musa, Dagona, Dala, Katuzu, and Sabongarin Gashua. The displaced are currently sheltered in…

Police set record straight, says IGP Egbetokun’s four-year term is constitutional

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Adejobi debunked rumours of Egbetokun lobbying for a tenure extension, stressing that the IGP’s appointment letter already guaranteed a full…

Access Bank staff Akintayo charged with N42 million fraud, remanded in custody

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Upon discovery, the matter was reported to the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Adeniji Adele Division, who immediately ordered the…

Akwa Ibom hit by Mpox as five cases confirmed, public urged to stay vigilant

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

He noted that four cases were previously confirmed after the state collected 30 samples from various local government areas for…

Whereabouts of kidnapped Rivers Revenue Director Fubara unknown after two weeks

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

According to eyewitness accounts, six gunmen arrived at the Okrika Waterfront near Marine Base around 8:20 PM on a speedboat.

NURTW boss, Koko Zaria remanded in prison over assault

Taiwo Okanlawon

2 years ago

Lawori had cried out for help on social media following the alleged attack by the Lagos State National Union of…

Mitcham shooter Kwateng gets 16 years in prison for fatal revenge attack

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Kwateng was also convicted of possession of a firearm and ammunition with intent to endanger life, as well as perverting…

Ogun Eiye Confraternity member Tobilola to spend 7 years in jail

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Ogunbo was convicted and sentenced accordingly by an Ogun Special Cultism Court in Abeokuta on Friday. The convict pleaded not…

Shakirat Ayobami denies baseless allegations by detractors

Taiwo Okanlawon

2 years ago

Dr Shakirat has disclosed that she is a law-abiding Nigerian and a practising Muslim with a business conglomerate currently employing…

Fuel crisis to ease nationwide by weekend – FG assures Nigerians

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Lokpobiri emphasized that the government is not fixing fuel prices, as the sector is fully deregulated.

Police bust notorious child trafficker in Anambra

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Anambra police command spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, announced the arrest of the suspect in Awka, the state capital. The police…

Lagos First Lady champions women’s empowerment with historic walk in Badagry

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The Awareness Walk started at the iconic First Storey Building, continued to the Agia Tree, and concluded at the Vlekete…

PHOTOS: Lagos State partners with Yihai Kerry Arawana to boost rice industry

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 years ago

The agreement, aimed at enhancing the rice value chain within Lagos, was formalized in China.

Man abducted from home in Ibadan

Taiwo Okanlawon

2 years ago

Unknown gunmen have kidnapped one Benedick Akika in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. It was gathered that Akika was…

Oyo State orders demolition of illegal diesel outlets on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 years ago

He lamented the lackadaisical attitudes of the sellers, despite several warnings on the position of the State Government against the…

Corrupt policemen nabbed in N3 million extortion scandal in Bayelsa

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Adejobi stated that the policemen in question had been apprehended following an internal investigation and would be transferred to the…

What you need to know about Nigerian Air Force recruitment guidelines

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Eligible applicants for the Non-Trades category must be Nigerian male or female aged between 18 and 22 years, while those…

Georgia High School shooting: Four dead, as 14-year-old student opens fire

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The victims of the tragic shooting include two students and two teachers, as confirmed by Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director…

NANS rejects false claims of planned protests, demands action against instigators

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Akinteye emphasized that NANS, as the umbrella body representing Nigerian students, remains committed to peaceful advocacy and constructive engagement with…

Gov. Sule vows unwavering protection for Nasarawa amidst rising insecurity

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The governor expressed his frustration with the recent surge in criminal activities, particularly in Lafia, where citizens are being abducted…

Lagos landlady, associate in court over assault of disabled tenant’s son

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Police Prosecuting Counsel, ASP Francis Igbinosa, informed the court that the alleged offences occurred on November 28, 2023, and April…

Ogun residents lament petrol price hike, demand reversal

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

During a visit to several petrol stations in Abeokuta, our correspondent observed that many stations were closed, while others were…

Deadly assault in Imo: Gunmen murder cop, burn Police Station

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The source further revealed that the attackers, operating without resistance, returned in the early hours of Wednesday to set a…

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