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NDLEA seizes N777m worth of illicit drugs in Edo

Paul Dada

9 months ago

“We have a responsibility under the law to protect every citizen through comprehensive drug supply control and prevention interventions,” the…

Ighalo endorses ‘ambitious project’ of hairdressing marathon record holder

Ayorinde Oluokun

9 months ago

With Ighalo’s backing, T-Jos’ initiative is poised to make a significant impact by creating employment and skill-building opportunities for Nigerian…

We’ll rescue abducted Judge unhurt, Bayelsa CP assures

Paul Dada

9 months ago

Alonyenu assured that security measures were being upscaled, to drive the command’s law and order management strategies, to find foreclosure…

Abducted NDLEA director in Anambra rescued – Police

Paul Dada

9 months ago

Ikenga also said that the commissioner had also activated the Inspector General of Police’s directive to ensure that the perpetrators…

Tragedy in Lagos as truck crushes commercial bus, kills driver

Paul Dada

9 months ago

“Emergency response teams from the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency Response Unit, Lagos State Ambulance Services, and officers of the…

Tragedy in Kano: Two friends lose Lives in pit latrine while trying to retrieve mobile phone

Paul Dada

9 months ago

The owner of the phone, Usman Muhammad had entered the pit toilet in his struggle to retrieve his handset, but…

Tinubu furious over Plateau lynchings: ‘Barbaric act won’t go unpunished’

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

While calling for calm and restraint, President Tinubu extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and the governments and people…

Massive shake-up: Lagos unveils enforcement team for mandatory Health Insurance

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

Prof. Ogunlesi revealed that Lagos hosts over 46 NHIA-accredited HMOs, 1,800 private facilities, and a ₦100 billion health insurance market,…

Lagos lays down tough terms for reopening Oko-Oba Abattoir

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

According to Wahab, animals were pushed out of designated pens to make room for humans to sleep, while waste and…

Enugu police raid yields arrest of firearm repairer, 6 others

Isa Isawade

10 months ago

“During the raids, another 39 year-old suspect was arrested with a locally-fabricated Beretta-like pistol.

Woman going to India for fibroid surgery arrested with 2.20kg cocaine at MMIA

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

Illicit substances seized include: Colorado, Loud, Molly, Tramadol and other opioids. Another raid at a provision shop at Idumeka Igueben…

I was never served – Oba Momson appeals sack from throne

Michael Adesina

10 months ago

The traditional ruler of Agbowa-Ikosi, Oba Owolabi Saheed Momson, has filed a motion at the Court of Appeal, Lagos Division,…

Kano CP visits explosion scene, orders investigation

Isa Isawade

10 months ago

“Preliminary investigations revealed that the explosion occurred during the offloading of scrap materials from a truck that arrived from Damaturu…

Benue confirms arrest of 50 fake IDPs in Yelwata Camp infiltration

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

According to Kunde, some of the arrested suspects broke into the camp on Friday night through a collapsed section of…

N2 Billion lifeline: Yusuf moves to rebuild Kano’s burnt GSM Market

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

Yusuf described the move as a crucial part of his administration’s commitment to economic revitalisation and youth empowerment.

End of the road: Police arrest Lagos’ most ruthless killer Akinwande after decade-long hunt

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

“For over a decade now, from 2009 until 2024, Wasiu Akinwande and his gangs have terrorised the people and communities,…

London teen jailed for stabbing school friend to death after falling out

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

According to the Met Police, detectives reviewed extensive CCTV footage which captured the entire sequence, from the defendant entering the…

Tragedy in Kano: Two Almajirai die after drinking suspected poison from gutter

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

Mistaking it for powdered milk, the boys mixed it with water to make tea, a common meal among students in…

How it happened: Inside Kano blast that claimed five lives

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

According to the statement signed by Deputy Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Hussaini Abdullahi, the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu…

FRSC to drivers: Stop transporting passengers with goods, animals

Paul Dada

10 months ago

He, therefore, urged drivers to prioritise the regular maintenance of their vehicles to prevent mechanical failures that could cause accidents

FCT Police Commissioner cracks down on illegal detention, extortion

Paul Dada

10 months ago

‎He directed all area commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) and Heads of Departments (HODs) to immediately, review and release suspects…

Most wanted Lagos hired killer nabbed

Paul Dada

10 months ago

“His arrest marks a huge success in the ongoing fight against violent crimes that are threats to security and safety…

Homadil CEO accuses EFCC of bias, media trial in Abuja land war

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

Godwin-Isaac urged fellow entrepreneurs and reform-minded Nigerians to resist “weaponised lawfare” and to continue trusting the legal system.

Tension in Agege as Lagos Taskforce clears criminal hideouts, 84 arrested

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

The Commissioner emphasised that the operation was aimed not only at clearing illegal structures and shanties but also at tackling…

Did she go too far? Woman charged after lover reports death threat

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

Nnabuike, a resident of Old Kutunku in Gwagwalada, is facing charges of alleged criminal intimidation, trespass, and mischief following a…

Nigerian soldiers gun down kidnapper, free hostage in daring raid

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

The soldiers responded swiftly, engaging the kidnappers in a gun battle. One member of the gang was neutralised in the…

Army, LAGESC shut down Oko Oba Abattoir in midnight sweep

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

The Lagos State Government had said it would close down the Oko-Oba Abattoir indefinitely over what it described as appalling…

Monster behind mask: Serial rapist jailed for life after drugging, attacking 10 women

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

The sheer volume of evidence included more than 4,000 documents and helped build an overwhelming case against Zou, despite the…

Lagos First Lady leads powerful campaign against Drug Abuse at LASU

Kazeem Ugbodaga

10 months ago

Addressing the LASU community, Sanwo-Olu described drug abuse as a “silent killer and destiny destroyer,” calling for early intervention and…

Police reveal identities of cannabis -smoking school girls in viral video

Femi Fabunmi

10 months ago

The Police urged Nigerians to stop spreading such videos without knowing the full facts. “Sharing unconfirmed videos or posts can…

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