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Prophet arrested for defiling minors in Kwara

Taiwo Okanlawon

2 years ago

NSCDC State Commandant, Umar Mohammed, expressed concern over the infamous act and directed the Head of Gender Unit to conduct…

Septuagenarian father of slain Edo politician cries for justice

Paul Dada

2 years ago

The distraught father disclosed that when he read the news in the papers, the thought that his son, Osagie and…

How we kidnapped, killed 19-year-old DELSU student – Suspects

Paul Dada

2 years ago

Following a report at the Abudu police division by her father, Edward Omodon, she was declared missing by the police.

Lagos unveils 10-minute building permit system for approvals

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Report has it that a significant milestone was achieved on Dec. 4, 2023, when the bill for the establishment of…

Planning Permit Approval: Lagos announces 40% rebate on payment of duties, permit

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Olumide disclosed that the Amnesty initiative would allow owners and developers of existing buildings to obtain planning permits without the…

Lagos demolishes 301 distressed buildings

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

In his words: "85 percent of the 354 of the identified distressed buildings in the state has been removed including…

FRSC warns motorists against traveling with petrol in jerrycans

Taiwo Okanlawon

2 years ago

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has cautioned motorists against conveying petrol in jerrycans while in transit, to avert fire…

FG replies Binance: Your false claim of $150m bribery diversionary

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

According to the statement, the phantom bribe claim was part of an orchestrated international campaign by this company that is…

Dangerous London rapist Michael Wynter jailed for raping woman

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

According to the police, Wynter was arrested in December 2021 and that as part of their extensive investigation, officers gathered…

Three dead as gas explosion rocks Lagos

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Loud bang was heard in the area with balls of fire enveloping the atmosphere, leading to pandemonium in the area.

Binance CEO Teng worried over continued detention of Tigran Gambaryan in Nigeria

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Teng said he is dismayed by the fact that a completely innocent employee remains detained for spurious reasons.

Three workers of oil company shot dead by gunmen in Edo

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Olise, who noted that the company enjoys a cordial relationship with the communities in the area, however could not confirm…

Three deadly robbers busted in Lagos with guns

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Hundeyin stated that three locally made semi-automatic pistols, one locally made revolver, four rounds of live cartriged and 129 rounds…

Benin man remanded over alleged attempt to rape 50-year-old woman

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

The State Prosecuting Counsel, Mrs Ama Iyamu, told the court that the suspect, on March 27, 2023, at Ewayoburu Street,…

Lagos confirms deportation of some people to Osun

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

There have been furore over over deportation of Osun State indigenes by the state government at the weekend, with Osun…

Three in court for allegedly stealing chickens worth N14.4m

Paul Dada

2 years ago

Akinloye said the offences contravened Sections 383, 390 (9) and 516 of the Criminal Code Laws of Oyo State 2000.

Lagos Drain Ducks worker trapped in underground drainage

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Oke-Osanyintolu said in conducting the Search and Rescue Operation, LASEMA Response Team and all emergency responders were working together assiduously…

Apapa Customs Command generates N672.1bn in 4 months

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

He said that the command generated a record-breaking revenue of N182 billion in April alone, the highest monthly collection in…

State Police: Your Position unacceptable, Lagos Assembly blasts IGP Egbetokun

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Recall that the IGP, represented at a recently held one-day dialogue on state policing, themed, ‘Pathways to Peace: Reimagining Policing…

Two Ibadan men docked for stealing 2 loaves of bread from employer

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Olusesi a baker and Adeniyi, a security guard who worked with the Ring Road branch of the supermarket pleaded not…

Katsina govt partners group to promote ”dambe” traditional boxing

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Dr Bala Salisu-Zango, the state Commissioner for Information and Culture said this during the ‘Dambe’ competition organised by the DWL…

Prison escapee who raped daughter rearrested in Edo

Taiwo Okanlawon

2 years ago

Alonge was sentenced to 21 years imprisonment by Edo High Court, after being convicted of raping his own daughter Gift…

Lagos begins demolition of over 100 shanties under popular bridge on Island

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

The Lagos State Government on Sunday stated that it would undertake enforcement action to demolish over 100 shanties housing several…

Lagos Govt reassures residents of safety

Taiwo Okanlawon

2 years ago

The proactive measures undertaken by the Lagos State government underscore its dedication to maintaining law and order, while simultaneously addressing…

Police arrest two suspected fraudsters in Lagos

Paul Dada

2 years ago

She said that the suspects were about to mount a motorcycle to run away when people intercepted them and that…

Lagos shuts 367 churches, mosques, hotels, others over environmental violations

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Wahab said the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) undertook the 367 enforcement activities in households, markets, hotels, warehouses, service…

“We’re devastated,” Daniel Anjorin’s family speaks over murder of son in London

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

According to the Metropolitan Police, Anjorin's family issued a statement paying tribute to their son, and thanking the local community…

Emefiele’s lawyer tackles EFCC over ambush, withholding of evidence

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Ojo informed the court that the prosecution had filed an additional proof of evidence and he needed enough time to…

LAWMA arrests more than 1,000 environmental offenders

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 years ago

Wahab said disclosed that LAWMA during the period under review identified 103 illegal blackspots across the metropolis and made efforts…

Rivers man Prince Onyeoziri bags 7-year jail term for internet fraud

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 years ago

Testifying further, he told the court that the defendant in his voluntary statement to the EFCC, confessed to being into…

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