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Kebbi husband arrested over alleged murder of wife

 "The Commissioner of Police in the state, Mr Umar Mohammed-Hadejia, has directed that the case to be transferred to the…
Okpebholo

Okpebholo sacks New Edo Line MD

“Following this development, the General Manager (Maintenance), Mr Smart Aigbodion, has been appointed as Acting Managing Director/CEO of New Edo…
'Doris Ogala and Chris Pastor Okafor

‘I may not be here much longer’ – Doris Ogala raises alarm, accuses Chris Okafor

In a video shared on social media, the actress broke down in tears as she revealed that she is “not…
LIRS

January 31 or face penalties, LIRS warns Lagos employers

He warned that failure to comply would attract penalties under the law, describing tax filing as a compulsory obligation rather…
Newswatch Magazine - Alhaji Yakubu Mohammed

Newswatch co-founder Yakubu Mohammed buried in country home

The Chief Imam, Alhaji Musa, who presided over the funeral, urged the living to prepare for eternity, describing death as…
Fubara

Impeachment plot against Fubara a distraction – Labour Party

“Let us live in peace. Let Governor Fubara do his work and complete it, now that we are beginning to…
Ogun

Ogun ministry smashes budget target by 150%

He further revealed that significant reforms were underway, including the development of an electronic platform for planning permit submissions, a…
NIDCOM says 42 Nigerian traders were beaten up, arrested with their shops looted in Mozambique without any offenses levelled against them.

From Party to Tragedy: Why two Nigerians were arrested in India

Police sources said one of the suspects was romantically involved with the woman and frequently visited her residence, a situation…
Army

Legal storm as retired army generals, media houses clash over defamation claims

“The claimant contended that the publications and broadcasts unjustly linked him to allegations of terrorism financing, illegal mining and banditry,…
APC

Lagos East APC in turmoil as parties sound alarm ahead of 2027

He also urged council chairmen and party leaders across the district to mobilise residents to participate in the ongoing APC…
Nigeria says it will continue to work with EU to ensure that its financial system remains transparent, and aligned with global best practices

FG hails Nigeria’s removal from EU AML/CFT High Risk List

The decision, contained in a European Commission Delegated Regulation released this week amending Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1675, follows Nigeria’s earlier…
PDP NWC set up the caretaker committees for the five states on behalf of the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the party,

PDP sets up caretaker committees for Rivers, 4 other states

Shan said the committees will manage party affairs in their states, as stipulated in Section 21(2)(a-b) of the PDP Constitution.
Alaafin denies agreeing with Gov. Seyi Makinde on the decision to begin rotation of the chairmanship of Oyo Council of Obas and Chiefs

Alaafin faults Makinde on Oyo Council of Obas and Chiefs

Makinde said at the inauguration of the Council on Thursday that he consulted with Alaafin and two other top three…
Atiku says insinuations he has quit active politics is fake news

Atiku speaks on decision of his son to join APC, backs Tinubu’s re-election

The junior Abubakar Atiku formally defected to APC and declared his intention to support the re-election of Tinubu in 2027…

Armed Forces Remembrance Day: HoR minority caucus honours Nigeria’s fallen heroes

“On this Armed Forces Remembrance Day, we remember with deep gratitude those who paid the ultimate price to preserve Nigeria’s…
EFCC

$4.5bn fraud case: Defence alleges EFCC coerced statements against Emefiele

Testifying in a trial-within-trial ordered by the court, Mr. Nnamdi Ofia, counsel to the second defendant, Henry Omolie, told the…
Atiku

Atiku’s Son dumps PDP, joins APC to back Tinubu’s 2027 Presidency

Welcoming him into the party, the APC National Vice Chairman (North-East), Comrade Mustapha Salihu, described the defection as significant, saying…
Sanwo-Olu

Destination Branding: How Sanwo-Olu Turned Lagos into Nigeria’s Festive Capital

Globally, December is a special month, and the Christmas period is a season when people come together to celebrate life,…
WAFCON

WAFCON 2025: Nigeria Set for Group C Showdown as draw announced

CAF president Patrice Motsepe said he wants to increase both prize money and salaries for female players. Nigeria earned $1m…
CSP Gladys dragged her husband, ACP Abayomi Faniyi to divorce court in Ibadan over allegations of domestic violence and infidelity

Court ends top police officers’ marriage over domestic violence, infidelity

ACP Abayomi Abayomi further stated that he once gave his wife, CSP Gladys a blow, causing her to hit her…
Taskforce

Fake Naval Captain busted as Lagos Taskforce foils bold impersonation scam

Investigations revealed that the principal suspect, identified as Mr. James K. Robert—based on the name displayed on his uniform and…
Opadokun used the gun as a metaphor for the military, militarist power and its hegemony in Nigeria, stating that the military has had a holistic influence in Nigeria's politics, social and civic space till date.

How the gun changed course of Nigeria’s history – Ayo Opadokun

Opadokun stated this at the public presentation of his book, "The Gun Hegemony", which held on Thursday 15 January at…
Sanwo-Olu

Sanwo-Olu reaffirms unwavering support for Armed Forces, honours Fallen Heroes

According to him, the dangerous nature of the task undertaken daily by the Armed Forces makes it imperative for federal…
Ansaru terrorist

Court fixes date for DSS to open case against two Ansaru commanders

They were accused of conspiring amongst themselves and agreeing to be part of the formation and top commanders of the…
Soludo commended Tinubu for his administration’s renewed vigour in tackling terrorism and other forms of insecurity across the country.

“Mr President, kudos,” Soludo hails Tinubu’s efforts to end terrorism

Soludo also appreciated the courage and unwavering commitment of the Nigerian armed forces in safeguarding peace and security across the…
Oyegun who stated during the official declaration of Chief Dele Momodu for the ADC, noted that all must work together to redeem the country

Nigeria under severe burden since independence – Odigie Oyegun

Oyegun who stated this on Thursday in Benin, at the official declaration of Chief Dele Momodu for the ADC, noted…
Lassa Fever

NCDC records hike in Lassa fever death cases

They added that there was a 18.7 percent hike in the record when compared to the data from 2024...
Ado said the NRS broke its revenue collection performance in 2025, posting N28.3 trillion to surpass the set target of N25.2 trillion.

NRS dismisses claim on 7.5% VAT on banking services

Some banks and fintech companies had informed their customers that they have been directed by the NRS to start collecting…
Player safety features improve in popular online pokies

Player safety features improve in popular online pokies

Players reward platforms that make budgeting easy, explain features clearly, and move money predictably. Regulators and advocates have played a…
Obi

‘National Loss,’ Peter Obi mourns Insurance building fire outbreak losses

He paid tribute to Stephen Onyeka Omatu, Casmir Nnabuike Omatu, and Collins Kenechukwu Omatu, stating that their death is a…