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Benue

Police parade suspect who bought pistol for N30,000

A preliminary investigation revealed that Udoh belonged to a syndicate which usually broke into homes and carted away valuables.
EFCC

Internet fraud: 21 jailed in Ibadan

All the defendants pleaded “guilty”, causing the prosecution counsel, Modupe Akinkoye, Sanusi Galadanchi, Lanre Suleiman, Mabas Mabur, Shamsudeen Bashir, Umar…
Police in Ogun probe death of 400-level student of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) who died after allegedly drinking sniper in a hotel room

Panic as fire guts OOU academic gowns

The blaze, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, September 2, 2025, destroyed valuables worth millions of naira, including…

IGP arraigns three over alleged forgery, illegal occupation in Lagos

The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday, arraigned Julius Eshiet, Al-Trade Agencies Limited, and Alabi Collins of the Federal…
Lagos

Ebola Scare: Lagos races against time as Congo death toll soars

Lawal explained that all airport stakeholders, including immigration, customs, and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), were being sensitised…
How to Choose the Perfect Mattress for Healthy and Comfortable Sleep

How to Choose the Perfect Mattress for Healthy and Comfortable Sleep

A mattress is an integral part of the bedroom, yet it is not designed to last a lifetime; however, with…
Lagos

Lagos to Makoko Community: We’re coming to send you packing

The government has also expressed worries over the illegal extension of the shanties to under the third mainland bridge by…
5 Points Hotel Ikotun-Igando Lagos

Lagos: 5 Points hotel denies link to alleged perpetrator of assault on woman, daughter

We categorically state that the reported case of a woman and her daughter allegedly beaten, wounded, and stripped naked did…
NRC

NRC restores Port Harcourt–Aba Train Service, rolls out free, discounted tickets

The corporation expressed regret for the inconvenience caused to commuters during the suspension and reassured the public of its dedication…
National Grid

Nigeria’s National Grid collapses again, plunging millions into darkness

At 11:54 AM WAT, most DisCos, including Abuja, Benin, Eko, Enugu, Ikeja, Jos, Kaduna, Kano, and Port Harcourt, reported 0…
Bauchi

Bauchi: 70-year -old man enticing minors with N500 for defilement nabbed

The suspect allegedly committed the offence where he was working as a watchman, the spokesperson of the Bauchi State Police…
Makoko

Lagos govt urges Makoko residents to vacate buildings

"Oworonshoki is not the only community affected. Makoko has become a high-risk zone because of the presence of electricity cables…
President GEJ

Why are African democracies failing? Obasanjo, others set to give answers

Themed “Why Democracies Die,” this year’s edition will feature Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama, Nigeria’s former Presidents Chief Olusegun Obasanjo…
Edo AGF, others face imprisonment over disobedience to court judgment

Court sends Chidera Njoku to prison for threatening to kill mother

Njoku allegedly stole some items belonging to his mother, and conducted himself in a manner that threatened the lives of…
Enugu Police

Kwara man caught with 2 locally fabricated guns, 6 live ammunition in Niger

The suspect confessed further that he bought the ammunition at five thousand naira each from a yet to be identified…
Police

545 households displaced, 171 homes damaged after heavy rainfall in Kaduna 

“Beyond immediate response, we are developing a recovery plan to help affected communities rebuild and reduce future risks,” he said.
Man arraigned for allegedly swindling client of N650,000

Man, 25, in court for alleged theft of N7.5m electric cable

The Magistrate, Mr Lateef Owolabi, granted the defendant bail in the sum of N800,000 with two reliable sureties in like…
Third Mainland Bridge

ICYMI: This is what happened on Third Mainland Bridge today you must know

The demonstrators, who turned out in large numbers, blocked the inward lane leading into their community, accusing the Lagos State…
Awujale

Awujale Throne not for distant relatives, impostors – Fusengbuwa Ruling House

Speaking on behalf of the family, Prince Bamidele Adenuga, head of the Fusengbuwa lineage and son of Oba Folagbade, dismissed…
Lagos

Lagos seals Luxury apartments, clears Street traders in fresh crackdown

Wahab urged Lagos residents to adopt proper wastewater management and hygiene practices, stressing that collective responsibility was crucial for sustainable…
Lagos

Lagos disburses ₦1.52bn Retirement Bonds to 798 retirees

According to him, the exercise “signifies the fulfilment of obligations under the Contributory Pension Scheme, ensuring that our dear retirees…
Accident

LASTMA rescues five in Lagos accidents

Bakare-Oki lauded the rapidity, professionalism, and collaboration exhibited by LASTMA officers and the police in managing both emergencies.
Enugu Police

Jigawa: 13 arrested for drug peddling

The operations were executed by crack teams from Dutse, Guri, Birnin Kudu, Bamaina, Babura, and Roni divisions, acting on intelligence…
Troops

Army guns down dreaded bandit leader in Kogi

The Nigerian Army has confirmed the killing of a notorious bandit commander, Kachalla Bala, during a fierce gun battle in…
Coalition urges Jigawa House of Assembly to investigate alleged misappropriation, withholding of local government funds in the state

Police crack down own on drug peddlers, arrest 13

“The Command assures residents of its unwavering commitment to sustaining peace, safety, and security across all communities,” Shiisu added.
Opeifa

NRC breaks silence after Train malfunction leaves passengers stranded near Imo River

NRC acknowledged public concerns and commended passengers for their patience during the incident.
Court orders remand of four police officers accused of shooting and killing traders at Owode Onirin International Spare Parts Market, Lagos

13 nabbed as Police sweep drug hideouts across Jigawa

The Jigawa State Police Command has smashed a drug cartel operating across five local government areas, arresting 13 suspects in…
Romford horror: Nigerian granny found dead after brutal stabbing

Egyptian man dies in popular Abuja hotel

A 56-year-old Egyptian, Mohammed Saleh, has died after collapsing during dinner at the Abuja Continental Hotel, Wuse.
Lagos

Swift LASTMA action saves lives in dual Lagos accidents

“To prevent severe traffic disruption, our personnel swiftly cleared the accident vehicles and restored free vehicular movement along the corridor,”…
NDLEA

19,000kg Drug Empire falls as NDLEA arrests dealers, others in Nationwide crackdown

In Kogi State, operatives apprehended Musa Isah, 45, after discovering 53.4kg of skunk hidden in two cartons inside the trunk…
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