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Igbo skit maker reverses stance, advocates for protests

Taiwo Okanlawon

2 years ago

The upcoming protest is expected to draw significant attention and participation nationwide. Organizers hope this united front will pressure the…

Okun-Ajah waterfront scheme: Lagos serves over 200 property owners notices

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Yacoob Ekundayo Alebiosu during an inspection of the area at the weekend, said many…

Police confirm killing of Inspector, five others in Aba

Paul Dada

2 years ago

She said that operatives of the command had been deployed to strategic locations in the state to ensure the protection…

How sales managers allegedly colluded to defraud employer of N10m

Isa Isawade

2 years ago

Haruna informed the court that the defendants betrayed the trust their employer reposed in them as sales Managers,sold his goods…

Met officer Ellis sacked for making abusive, misogynistic comments to female colleagues

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The police, having considered all the evidence, the panel dismissed him without notice at the conclusion of the hearing on…

NDLEA nabs one legged drug dealer Garba with cannabis in Kebbi

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Babafemi also disclosed that not less than 4.5kg of Loud same concealed inside the door panels and boot of an…

Female drug dealer Eze busted with Cocaine, Loud hidden in bags of leaves enroute Pakistan

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

In his words: "NDLEA operatives at the NAHCO export shed of the MMIA on Friday 19th July intercepted two jumbo…

Lagos denies imposing parking fees on churches, worshippers

Taiwo Okanlawon

2 years ago

Lagos State Government has designated and lane-marked suitable roads for onstreet parking across major zones such as Ikeja, Surulere, Victoria…

NiMet warns of 3-day thunderstorms, rain across Nigeria

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 years ago

According to NiMet's weather outlook issued on Saturday in Abuja, thunderstorms are expected on Sunday, with rain affecting parts of…

Deadly teenager Gookol-Mely jailed 20 years in London after fatal stabbing

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The Met’s investigation linked Gookol-Mely to the murder through extensive analysis of mobile phones and the associated data, as well…

Troops destroy IPOB/ESN camp, capture weapons in Abia

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 years ago

In a statement posted on its official X account on Saturday, the Army detailed that the operation took place early…

Court didn’t order 9mobile to pay N55bn debt to Keystone Bank

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The statement added that for the avoidance of doubt, no judgement was made against 9mobile and that the attempt to…

Former Lagos First Lady urges youth to pursue dreams over romantic relationships

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 years ago

Ambode shared this advice at the launch of the book "Let the Child Live" by Caroline Oluwadare, a beneficiary of…

Enough is enough: Katsina residents protest against banditry

Paul Dada

2 years ago

Various stakeholders discussed the problem extensively and proffered solutions.

Gunmen kill two travellers, kidnap five others in Ondo

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

A man, who did not want his name mentioned in the community, said that the vehicle was coming from the…

Forex broker in trouble over alleged N2bn investment scam

Paul Dada

2 years ago

The petitioner thereafter invested, reached out to other investors and companies who also invested in the defendant’s phony online trading…

Terror kingpin Bello Turji speaks, accuses Matawalle of backing terrorism

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

"The past Government of Zamfara, under Matawalle, facilitated negotiations but also sabotaged efforts. There were multiple negotiations, but the dialogue…

Oyo: Police smash car-snatching, gun-running gangs, recover N16m cash, exotic vehicles

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

The suspects were paraded by the Commissioner of Police in the state, Mr Ayodele Sonubi before journalists at the Police…

Police arrest 41 criminals, recover cars, dangerous weapons in Ibadan

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The Commissioner of Police in the state, Ayodele Sonubi, said this on Friday at the Police Headquarters in Ibadan, while…

Ogundoyin gives financial empowerment to hundreds of constituents

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Ogundoyin call on industrious individuals in Ibarapaland and Oyo State, irrespective of political parties to join hands with political office…

Abuja man Daniel Silas bags 5 years jail term over N128m forex fraud

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Silas and his companies were arraigned by the EFCC on two-count charges, bordering on criminal breach of trust and dishonest…

Three jailed after pleading guilty to internet fraud in Calabar

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

They were arraigned before Justice Rosemary Ojukwu of the Federal High Court Calabar by the Uyo Command of EFCC on…

Deadly Nigeria’s Osibodu, six others jailed 150 years cumulatively in London for murder

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Osibodu, 25 of Riverdale Road, Erith was convicted of murder and section 18 GBH. Osibodu was sentenced to life, with…

Plan your movement: Lagos shuts popular bridge on Ikorodu Road for repair

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Osiyemi stated that the first phase of the repairs would cover the Ojota-bound lane while the Second Phase would cover…

Heavy gunshots as Shaibu, Okpebholo arrive Benin airport, several injured

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The shots, audible inside the Airport Arrival Hall and along Airport Road, caused widespread panic, as businesses closed and drivers…

Prolific child predator Miah to rot in London jail for 20 years

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The Met Police said Miah was previously found guilty at the same court in April of 18 counts of sexual…

Lagos man ‘kills’ 19-year-old son with shovel

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Olumide was said to have inflicted a deep cut on Adeyemi at his right hand side with a shovel while…

Two arrested over killing of vigilante operative in Lagos

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

The 45-year-old vigilante member was attacked on Friday at about 2.00 p.m. by suspected hoodlums while he was allegedly trying…

DSVA wades into report of randy policeman defiling child at police station

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The DSVA said upon receiving the report, it immediately facilitated the necessary referrals for comprehensive medical and psychosocial support, which…

Dangerous London rapist Foster jailed 16 years after raping woman in hotel room

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The court unanimously found guilty of rape on Friday, 26 April following a trial supported by extensive and damning evidence…

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