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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…

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,…

‘Refuse to open, we take over your shop’ – Soludo warns defiant Onitsha traders

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, on Wednesday escalated the enforcement of his earlier directive to traders at Onitsha Main…

Pandemonium as Lagos Police fire tear gas over Makoko demolition protests (Video)

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Chaos erupted in Lagos on Wednesday as men of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Lagos State Police Command…

Two Anambra women arrested for trafficking 16-year-old girl to Ghana

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

The two women were arrested over a case of a missing 16-year-old girl, Miss Oluebube Chukwuma in Ozubulu, Ekwusigo LGA…

Two dismissed soldiers arrested for armed robbery in Oyo

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

One of the suspects aged 48, a dismissed Corporal of the Nigerian Army, falsely paraded himself as an Army Captain…

Four peddlers nabbed with large quantities of illicit drugs in Kano

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Kiyawa further stated that: "In line with the directives and guidance of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun,…

Three deadly armed robbers sentenced to death in Ekiti

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

An Ekiti State High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti has sentenced three men to death by hanging after finding them guilty…

Polish Man jailed in London 17 years for 3D-Printed Gun in Terror investigation

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

A 29-year-old man who attempted to manufacture a firearm using a 3D printer has been jailed for 17 years following…

Obey Court Order or Face Law, Wike tells striking FCT Workers

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has said the FCT Administration remains open to reasonable dialogue with…

Police bust suspected drug network in Enugu, seize cash

Paul Dada

2 months ago

Items recovered from the suspects included “thirty-two small containers filled with substances suspected to be cannabis” and “twelve wrapped pills…

‘We stand with Nnamdi Kanu’ – Onitsha traders dare Soludo after market shutdown

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

The footage captures traders singing and dancing in support of the jailed IPOB leader, appearing to defy the state government…

Dangote Refinery shocks Nigeria with sudden N100 Petrol Price hike

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has increased its ex-gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol,…

Breaking: Nigeria plunged into total darkness as National Grid collapses again

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Nigeria has been hit by yet another national grid collapse this morning, plunging most of the country into darkness for…

Police arrest man over alleged rape of teenager

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“She was later rushed to the General Hospital, Babbangida, where a medical examination confirmed sexual assault,” Abdulkarim stated.

Sanwo-Olu accepts Face of Africa Leadership Awards nomination ahead of London ceremony

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has accepted his nomination for the Face of Africa Leadership Awards, according to the awards’…

Nigerian Pastor burnt to death

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

The incident happened on Monday morning while the cleric was clearing bushes and dry grass on his land, which has…

Police smash ‘one-chance’ kidnap syndicate, recover fake currencies in Lagos

Paul Dada

2 months ago

He attributed the achievements to intelligence-led policing, targeted raids, sustained surveillance and prompt tactical responses across the state.

inDrive delivers ₦75m relief to Lagos residents displaced by demolitions

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Global mobility platform inDrive has provided over ₦75 million in humanitarian assistance to Lagos residents displaced by recent demolition exercises,…

Harvest of Kidnappers as Edo Police unleash massive operations

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The Edo State Police Command has recorded a series of major breakthroughs in its fight against kidnapping and violent crime,…

Military kills dozens of Terrorists, arrests 100 suspects in One Week

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The Nigerian military has intensified its nationwide offensive against terrorism and violent crime, neutralising dozens of insurgents, arresting more than…

Police Recruitment: Application window extended as over 400,000 apply

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“While some states like Adamawa, Benue, and Kaduna have high application numbers, states such as Lagos, Ogun, Bayelsa, Ebonyi, and…

Customs intercepts four live pangolins in Ogun

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

The rescued pangolins were subsequently handed over to the Wildlife Conservation Centre for safekeeping.

Gov. Yusuf arms social media influencers with 600 motorcycles

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Governor Yusuf noted that social media plays a critical role in shaping public opinion and promoting transparency in governance.

MSSN cautions women against exposing marital issues on social media

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

The Co-ordinator said it was high time Muslim women faced the realities of marriage, urging them to focus on what…

Abuja estate Fire contained as firefighters prevent ₦700m loss

Paul Dada

2 months ago

The service warned the public on the safe installation, use, and upkeep of solar inverter systems.

How LASTMA rescued drunk driver

Paul Dada

2 months ago

Giwa said such behaviour endangered the driver’s life and exposed innocent road users to needless danger and potential loss of…

Police retrieve stolen vehicle, hand over to rightful owner

Paul Dada

2 months ago

Kiyawa said that the vehicle was recovered by police officers on Jan. 7, 2026, following intelligence-led patrols.

Lagos Fire Service reveals cause of Mile 2 industrial blaze

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“Through a coordinated effort, firefighters brought the blaze under control by 05:55 a.m on Sunday, preventing further escalation, ” she…

SOVCI empowers over 100 Children with school supplies in Lagos

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The Smiles for the Orphans and Vulnerable Children Initiative (SOVCI) has reaffirmed the importance of inclusive and equitable education with…

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