Metro

Massive gridlock imminent as Lagos shuts Ogunnusi Road for reconstruction

Abimbola Aderinola

1 month ago

Osiyemi said the reconstruction forms part of a broader initiative to upgrade the 9.0-kilometre dual carriage corridor between Ojodu-Berger Bus-Stop…

NDLEA captures wanted Drug Kingpin Chidiebere after 13 years in hiding

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 month ago

Babafemi said Chidiebere was first arrested in 2013 over a cocaine shipment and arraigned before Justice Ayokunle Faji of the…

Two women rushed to hospital after Hornchurch stabbing

Isa Isawade

1 month ago

At the property, two women were found with stab wounds. These were found to be neither life-threatening nor life changing.

Katsina CP presents N32.3m to families of fallen officers

Paul Dada

1 month ago

He appreciated the Acting Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, for his magnanimity towards the families of the deceased police…

Security operatives bust 12 illegal immigrants from Mali

Michael Adesina

1 month ago

The suspects were apprehended in the Akerebiata area following credible intelligence from vigilant residents, the command disclosed in a statement…

NDLEA, NAFDAC strengthen partnership to combat Illicit drugs in Kano

Paul Dada

1 month ago

The statement emphasised the command’s readiness to implement the initiatives in close coordination with NAFDAC, in line with the Memorandum…

Female NSCDC officer dies after being run over during parade

Michael Adesina

1 month ago

A female officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has died after being struck by an operational…

20 dead as cash-laden Military Plane crashes

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 month ago

Police and rescue teams confirmed at least 20 fatalities and more than 30 injuries in the disaster, which also damaged…

Four Women killed as speeding Bus ploughs into vehicles in Anambra

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 month ago

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) confirmed that the fatal accident involved four vehicles, a Toyota Hiace bus (HAL676YG), a…

Met Officer fired for coercion, forcefully sleeping with female colleague

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 month ago

The panel also ruled that the officer engaged in sexual activity without consent and later forced further sexual acts despite…

Lagos residents storm IKEDC office over 8-month blackout

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

1 month ago

The protesters stormed the Ikorodu Business District office of Ikeja Electric, barricading the entrance and halting movement in and out…

Met Officer Odusote sacked for punching suspect outside Police Station

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 month ago

During the arrest, the suspect spat at the officer. In response, Odusote punched the man in the face, an action…

Benue mother docked for killing her one-month-old son

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 month ago

The mother allegedly strangled her one-month-old baby to death in the house of one of her friends, Ashiekaa Shieminenge.

Big blow for homosexual offenders as Uyo court revokes bail in teen abuse case

Michael Adesina

1 month ago

The defendant, David Udoh James, is one of seven men facing prosecution over the alleged abuse of a Junior Secondary…

Sanwo-Olu challenges Lagos Boys to embrace Discipline

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 month ago

Sanwo-Olu also urged them to balance social media use with their studies, encouraging responsible engagement on platforms such as TikTok…

HEFAMAA intensifies campaign against unregistered health facilities

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 month ago

She explained that HEFAMAA has been moving across local government areas in Lagos State to sensitise healthcare providers and residents…

Plan your movement: Lagos orders total closure on Epe-Bound Lekki Corridor

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 month ago

Osiyemi stated that there will be a total closure of the Epe-bound carriageway from Admiralty Way Junction to Jubilee Bridge,…

Fire razes through Bayelsa furniture market

Abimbola Aderinola

1 month ago

Eyewitnesses recall that the residents tried to put out the fire before officials of the Bayelsa State Fire Service arrived…

Troops, police deployed to Bauchi troubled communities

Paul Dada

1 month ago

“Despite recent incidents in neighbouring Gwana District, Mansur town remains unaffected, and there is no cause for alarm,” he added.

R@pe allegation: TikToker ‘Mirabel’ released from police custody amid probe

Michael Adesina

1 month ago

The Ogun State Police Command confirmed the development in a statement issued on Wednesday by its Public Relations Officer, DSP…

Ogun vows Justice for for Contract Staff shot dead while on duty

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 month ago

The commissioner added that the remains of the deceased would be released to the family after the completion of a…

EFCC boss raises alarm over Fraudsters using Real Estate to launder Proceeds

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 month ago

Olukoyede reminded real estate professionals that they fall within the category of Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs) and are…

NDLEA nabs 68-year-old Grandmother, six Others in Edo drug crackdown

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 month ago

Ofoyeju revealed that a total of 1,956.92 kilogrammes of cannabis were intercepted, while three cannabis farms located in Etiosa Forest…

Cross River man bags life jail for raping 8-year-old taking shelter in his house

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 month ago

” The child sought refuge at Mr Udo’s house who initially allowed her to stay, however, at night, he bypassed…

Tragedy as Man stabs four dead in U.S. before being fatally shot

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 month ago

Moments later, multiple 911 calls reported that the man was actively attacking individuals outside a home. A deputy arrived within…

Five in police custody over murder of 57-yrs-old farmer in Edo

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 month ago

By Jethro Ibileke Five suspects have been arrested by operatives of Edo State Police Command over the alleged murder of…

Lagos First Lady, Army urge Boys to embrace discipline, Military careers

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 month ago

Now in its fourth edition, the LBCI seeks to expand educational opportunities and nurture a generation of responsible young men…

Sokoto 19-year-old jailed 21 years for rape of minor

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 month ago

The Sokoto High Court judge added that the convict had been found guilty of an offence that was grievous and…

Mother of 3 commits suicide after fiancee’s family rejects marriage

Michael Adesina

1 month ago

“On 12/02/2026, it was reported that one Abigail Adebayo, 30 years old, allegedly ingested Sniper insecticide following a family disagreement…

RCCG pastor’s curse fails as lady tweets after death prophecy

Michael Adesina

1 month ago

“Stay off twitter until banger boys start parading ‘their’ pictures with RIP ……my parents are active SM users. Abeg o!…

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