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NAHCON issues fresh warning ahead of 2026 Hajj

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, NAHCON, has rolled out a timetable to guide preparations for the 2026 pilgrimage and…

Lagos market mayhem: Groups demands justice for murdered traders, arrest of land grabber

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The victims’ families who were also present at the press briefing carried placards reading: ‘Killers of Owode traders must be…

2027: APC speaks on Jonathan’s chances against Tinubu

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

APC, has fired back at speculations surrounding Goodluck Jonathan’s possible return in 2027, insisting he stands no chance against President…

Tiwa Savage: Why I named my new album ‘This One Is Personal’

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Tiwa Savage, who released her last full studio album in 2020, said the new project mirrors her life’s path during…

Two dead, nine rescued in Sokoto’s third boat mishap in a month

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The latest incident occurred at Jaranja river in Shagari local government area of the state, NIWA Area Manager in Sokoto,…

Lawyer drags Gov. Sanwo-Olu to court for blocking him on X

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Human rights lawyer, Festus Ogun, has dragged Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, before the Federal High Court in Lagos over…

Three shot as police, youths clash in Lagos

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Hundeyin urged residents to remain calm, cooperate with law enforcement agencies, and refrain from actions that could disrupt public peace.

Why did Inspector killed Army officer in Bauchi? Police explain

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The incident happened while the soldier attempted to intercept a truck suspected to be transporting solid minerals from an illegal…

Trump takes big decision on Kamala Harris

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Former US Vice President, Kamala Harris, has been hit with a major setback following a directive from President Donald Trump.

NIPOST announces $80 prepaid customs duty on shipments to U.S.

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

According to NIPOST, the change is part of a broader U.S. policy and affects postal operators worldwide, not just those…

Ex-Senator Marafa quits APC, accuses Tinubu of betrayal, neglect of Zamfara

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Marafa recalled that while Zamfara was one of only two states in the North-west that gave Tinubu a victory during…

Shocking: Eze Amadi kills neigbour’s 28-year-old son, conceals body inside drum

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The incident threw residents of Kajola community into mourning on Monday as the news of alleged killing of Otu by…

NCAC celebrates UNESCO’s induction of Christopher Okigbo

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Okigbo, one of the best and most widely anthologised African poets (Britannica), died fighting for the independence of Biafra.

Lagos govt fumes over attack on VIO officials, vows punishment

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

A viral video had shown a motorist stripped down to his boxers and some other people assaulting the VIO officers…

Nigerian man loses appeal, to rot in South African jail

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

A South African High Court has upheld the conviction of a Nigerian man, Chinedu Justice Obasi, who bagged 18 years…

‘How Ondo woman staged own kidnapping to extort N10m from relatives’

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

She falsely claimed to have just been released by kidnappers after a ransom of five million naira was allegedly paid.

Kano govt speaks on alleged diversion of N6.5bn by Gov. Yusuf’s aide

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Kano State Government is aware of the nefarious activities of a particular opposition group seeking to pull the present administration…

Akinwale Arobieke: Notorious bodybuilder found dead

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

The notorious Liverpool bodybuilder, Akinwale Arobieke, popularly known as “Purple Aki,” has been found dead at his home in Toxteth…

Osun govt reveals next step on jailed monarch, Apetu of Ipetumodu

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

The Osun State Government has disclosed that it will obtain the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the judgment that sent…

Tinubu departs Brazil for Abuja

Isa Isawade

7 months ago

The presidential jet took off from Brasília International Airport Air Force Base at about 12. 57 p.m. (local time).

Massive drug haul in Adamawa as NDLEA arrests over 100 suspects

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has recorded massive breakthroughs in Adamawa, with over 100 suspects arrested and nearly…

From Scandal to Prison: Why top Eq. Guinea official Baltasar bags jail term

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Baltasar Ebang Engonga, once a powerful figure in Equatorial Guinea’s financial system, is trading his executive chair for a prison…

Excitement in Imo as Uzodimma approves N104,000 minimum wage for workers

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Aside the jack up of the minimum wage for civil servants, Uzodimma also announced increase in minimum wage of doctors…

Nigerian troops kill top Boko Haram commanders, many fighters

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

According to him, precision air strikes “inflicted devastating casualties” on the insurgents, with more than 20 bodies and dismembered parts…

“Enough is enough” – ASUU warns FG it will ground varsities with strike

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

“We have been very patient and consistent in our engagements with government, but it appears that our genuine sacrifices are…

How Bunmi Oyinsan blew minds at presentation of ‘Ladder of Bones’ in Lagos

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

In ‘Ladder of Bones’, a pun on British Historian Ellen Thorp’s similar title, Oyinsan tells the intriguing story of five…

ASUU: FG’s loan scheme for lecturers a trap, poisoned chalice

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The Federal Government had about two weeks ago announced the Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund.

Customs hands over expired drugs worth N3.77bn to NAFDAC

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

“The wide range of these products poses serious risks to public health if not properly regulated.

NAFDAC seizes products worth over N110m in raids against drug hawkers

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Items confiscated included aphrodisiacs, oxytocins, narcotic analgesics, tramadol, morphine, sex-enhancement drugs, antibiotics, painkillers, and other unsafe pharmaceutical products.

Tinubu orders temporary ban on export of raw shea nuts

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Nigeria accounted for more than 39% of global shea nuts production with Niger State being the largest producer.

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