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Army seizes massive drug consignment in Kogi, nabs suspect with police gear

Paul Dada

4 months ago

“Preliminary findings suggest that large-scale drug movement of this nature not only supports criminal networks financially but also fuels the…

Lagos to deepen citizens engagement as OPL&CE unveils 3-yr strategic, communication plans

Abimbola Aderinola

4 months ago

Afolabi noted that Lagos being a state with people from diverse backgrounds, there is a need for people to participate…

Full List: Names of 265 Niger students, teachers still in captivity

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora in Niger State has released the complete list of 265 students and teachers from St.…

Five Ibadan men to die by hanging for killing taxi driver

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

The State Counsel led by Mrs K. K. Oloso, earlier told the court the convicts and others at large, on…

What Peter Obi said about Atiku on his 79th birthday

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has sent warm birthday wishes to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as…

Terrorism: Tinubu says no to use of mercenaries

Paul Dada

4 months ago

Tinubu also referenced the Sea-Lift Agreement between the Nigerian Navy and the AU Standby Force, describing it as an asset…

Outrage as Edo deputy speaker, others reward assault on govt’s critic

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

The trio of Atu, Aisowieren and Iduseri were seen in a viral video exchanging banter with the attacker while making…

Police debunk viral bandit attack alerts, urge residents to stay calm

Paul Dada

4 months ago

“The command has taken security matters very seriously and has put measures in place to ensure the safety of lives…

Insecurity: Ogun to document foreign workers, monitor scavengers

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

Governor Abiodun directed the police to immediately move into areas such as “Zanga” in Ijebu-Ode and similar enclaves across the…

Lagos safe and secure – Police

Paul Dada

4 months ago

Jimoh reaffirmed the command’s commitment to keeping Lagos safe for residents, businesses, and visitors during the holiday season.

Police douse anxiety over alleged plot by terrorists to attack Kogi

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

While assuring the public that the command is taking the report very seriously, Kogi Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Bello…

What Bayo Osiyemi meant to me – Tinubu

Paul Dada

4 months ago

President Bola Tinubu expresses profound sadness over the death of Prince Bayo Osiyemi, writer, journalist and his longstanding associate.

Police nab Ondo varsity students over alleged drugging, rape of female colleague

Paul Dada

4 months ago

Ayanlade said a neighbour rescued the victim after hearing unusual noises from the room and found her unconscious with the…

Pandemonium in Maiduguri Girls’ School over scare of terrorists attack

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

The Borno State Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, Engr. Lawan Abba Wakilbe, also issued additional details to calm…

Insecurity: South West Governors announce Regional Security Fund, Joint Intelligence System

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

In one of the most significant resolutions, the governors announced the creation of a South West Security Fund (SWSF) to…

Oshiomhole explodes on TV, calls Amaechi “Most Terrible” politician

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

“Look at his choice of language. A guy who shut down the Rivers Judiciary because he wanted to appoint his…

Oyo set for major leap as Makinde presents ₦892bn Budget for 2026

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

Makinde explained that the 2026 budget allocated ₦502.85 billion to capital expenditure and ₦389.14 billion to recurrent expenditure, bringing the…

Tinubu fires important message to ex-NNPC GMD Gaius-Obaseki

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

Tinubu recalled that under Gaius-Obaseki’s leadership, the NNPC implemented ambitious initiatives spanning deep-offshore development, gas expansion, pipeline and depot construction,…

NRC launches Iddo turnaround, vows no legitimate traders will suffer

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

While acknowledging that some makeshift structures may be affected, Opeifa noted that many traders have been operating for years without…

U.S. blasts Nigeria over massive school abductions in two States

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

The U.S. called for immediate action to bring the perpetrators to justice, urging Nigerian authorities to intensify efforts to protect…

How Jimmy Cliff was arrested, detained for 3 days in Nigeria 51 years ago

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

Nevertheless, Jimmy Cliff said he cherished his trip to Nigeria, describing his experience as “bitter- sweet.”

Just in: UK rejects Nigeria’s request to transfer Ekweremadu

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

The United Kingdom has turned down the Federal Government’s request to allow former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, to complete…

Why we sacked Ezra Olubi – Paystack

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

Paystack has explained why it fired its cofounder, Ezra Olubi, saying his old resurfaced tweets caused “significant negative reputational damage”…

PANASA President, Adegbesan charts a bold new future for African Scrabble after WESPAC 2025

Femi Fabunmi

4 months ago

Team Nigeria won the Best Country title at the 2025 WESPA Championship that had 28 countries in attendance ahead of…

Teenage influencer leads online drug promo, arrested in NDLEA raid

Paul Dada

4 months ago

The State NDLEA Commander, Mitchell Ofoyeju, disclosed that both suspects were apprehended with various confectioneries that tested positive for cannabis.

NNPC Limited declares ₦5.4 trillion profit for 2024

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

Building on this performance, the Company unveiled its strategic roadmap to drive sustained growth and support Nigeria’s energy transition through…

“Don’t apply for a visa until you read this,” UK, Canada, Australia send alert

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

4 months ago

The initiative, tagged #FightingVisaFraud, was announced during International Fraud Awareness Week (16–22 November) and represents what officials describe as an…

EFCC nets 192 convictions, recovers ₦566 billion in financial crime crackdown

Femi Fabunmi

4 months ago

Habib highlighted that public support is vital. With community cooperation, EFCC managed to arrest 792 fraudsters in just six hours…

Just in: Atiku Abubakar officially joins ADC

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

Atiku arrived the registration venue to a rousing welcome from supporters who sang, drummed and waved placards bearing his image.…

G20 Summit: Ramaphosa hails success despite tensions with U.S.

Femi Fabunmi

4 months ago

The G20 summit in Johannesburg ended on Sunday, with South Africa declaring it a diplomatic success. Despite the United States…

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