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15-year-old herder shot dead as gunmen strike Plateau grazing community

Paul Dada

3 days ago

The incident, which occurred during grazing activities, also resulted in the death of 13 cattle, while 11 others were reportedly…

Aspirant cries foul, seeks nullification of Ogun APC governorship primary

Femi Fabunmi

3 days ago

An aspirant for the Ogun State governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abayomi Hunye, has called for the…

How Tinubu blocked diplomatic pressure, moved against Optasia’s monopoly

Michael Adesina

3 days ago

The decision follows a detailed briefing by the FCCPC, which reportedly warned the Presidency that Optasia’s long-standing dominance of the…

Mob Attack: Chaos averted as market leaders rescue APC chieftain, Joe Igbokwe at Ladipo market

Femi Fabunmi

3 days ago

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Joe Igbokwe, has recounted how he narrowly escaped being attacked by a…

Sule Yellow: Suspected bandit known for flashing cash on tiktok arrested

Femi Fabunmi

3 days ago

The Nigerian Army has reportedly arrested a suspected bandit known on TikTok as Sule Yellow

Troops neutralise bandits, destroy hideouts in Sokoto border offensive

Paul Dada

3 days ago

“The army engaged them in a fierce battle. The bandits later retreated and fled into forests in neighbouring states.

NAF strengthens fitness drive to enhance counter-terror operations

Paul Dada

3 days ago

He lauded the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, for his continued support, logistics provision, and…

Police arrest two suspects over Edo kidnap, murder case

Paul Dada

3 days ago

“During the course of the investigation, operatives recovered one pair of Police camouflage uniform and three mobile phones from the…

58,187 sit NECO Common Entrance exam as female candidates outnumber males

Paul Dada

3 days ago

“I have also looked at the registration documents of the students and observed that the guidelines regarding the prescribed age…

Lagos celebrates as Fatodu lands top Nigeria Aquatics role

Paul Dada

3 days ago

Governor Sanwo-Olu said Fatodu has distinguished himself as a good sports administrator with the success and outstanding achievements of the…

Wanted Since 2023: Police capture key terror logistics supplier

Paul Dada

3 days ago

“During a search of their vehicle, one laptop, one iphone, one laptop charger, two knives and scissors were recovered,” he…

Gombe ADC secretary dumps party, backs APC’s Gwamna’s governorship ambition

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 days ago

Gana said his decision was driven by Dr. Gwamna’s proven competence, deep understanding of governance, compassion for the people, and…

Tinubu gushes over Kumuyi, calls him remarkable servant of God

Paul Dada

3 days ago

"President Tinubu remarks that Pastor Kumuyi’s enduring legacy of unwavering faith, wisdom, and dedication has shaped a thriving ministry for…

PRP clears Donald Duke as presidential candidate, 420 others for 2027 elections

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 days ago

The clearance of Duke and others was sequel to the conclusion of the review of the recently held primaries by…

World Environment Day: CAPPA demands accountability for polluters, climate action

Paul Dada

3 days ago

"Climate change is no longer only an environmental issue. It is a food security issue, a public health issue, a…

Police rescue Pastor, 2 others from kidnappers’ captivity after 40 days

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 days ago

According to him, the operation followed sustained intelligence gathering, strategic surveillance and coordinated security efforts that led operatives to a…

Gombe governorship: Opposition parties’ coalition declares support for APC’s Gwamna

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 days ago

“Our decision to join the APC is informed by the need to support a leader who has the capacity, integrity,…

Police link suspects arrested in Ogun to kidnapping, murder of two victims in Edo

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 days ago

Ogun Police Command, Oluseyi Babaseyi, said in a statement that the two suspects were discovered to be members of a…

Three arrested, 24 rescued as NSCDC busts illegal detention facility in Lagos

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 days ago

NSCDC said some victims had been missing for as long as three years, while others had been missing for nine…

Enugu govt opposes plan to shut markets as APC holds grand rally for Tinubu, Mbah

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 days ago

The state government also noted that political association remained an individual right and choice and as such, participation in the…

Plateau agency foils movement of pregnant women, minors to Ibadan mining sites

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 days ago

According to her, preliminary findings showed that passengers, including children below 18 years, were being recruited as labourers in mining…

“Train operations almost impossible,” NRC boss laments rise in price of diesel

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 days ago

Opeifa said that efforts of the workers had continued to sustain the operations of NRC.

Segilola Resources Operating Limited Advances Cocoa Rehabilitation Program, Launches Plantain Rehabilitation to Strengthen Sustainable Livelihoods in Host Communities

Michael Adesina

3 days ago

Nigeria's first large-scale gold mining company, Segilola Resources Operating Limited (SROL), has expanded its Livelihood Restoration Programme by launching the…

Ex-Benue Speaker: I was forced out for rejecting Alia’s Palace relocation plan

Michael Adesina

3 days ago

“Governor Alia sent a letter directing that I should relocate the Tor Tiv Palace to his community. I rejected it.…

CP Tijani orders increased vigilance, proactive policing across Lagos

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 days ago

The commissioner urged commanders to ensure effective supervision of personnel and respond promptly to security challenges within their jurisdictions.

How Abdulrahman Oriyomi beat US Airport security and boarded flight without ticket

Michael Adesina

3 days ago

Oriyomi passed through a TSA security checkpoint on May 18 before moving around different sections of the airport and attempting…

Female child, 4 others die in Ebonyi lone road crash

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 days ago

The commercial bus, a white coloured Toyota Hiace bus with Registration Number: RSH 231 XE; had 17 passengers on board.

Osun man arrested over false bandits’ invasion claim

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 days ago

Ojelabi said the suspect published a video via his Facebook account on Monday, falsely claiming that bandits had invaded the…

Xenophobia: 397 Nigerians undergo screening to leave South Africa

Michael Adesina

3 days ago

Reverend Frank Onyekwelu, President of the Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa, said over 600 Nigerians applied for repatriation, but…

Nigerian man Taiwo Ekerin killed by fellow Nigerian in London

Michael Adesina

3 days ago

A 32-year-old man has been charged with murder following an assault that left Taiwo Ekerin, a 41-year-old Nigerian man, dead…

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