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Ten exotic cars, laptops and phones were recovered as EFCC operatives nab 21 internet fraudsters in Benin, the capital of Edo State.

Internet fraud: EFCC seizes 10 exotic cars, nabs 21 suspects in Benin City

The raid on the fraudsters conducted by operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,…
Kano Deputy Governor, Aminu Gwarzo leads a high-powered Committee to Edo state over recent killings of the 16 hunters in Uromi community.

Kano govt reacts to speculations over redeployment of Deputy Governor’s Perm Sec

Specifically, a viral post on the social media had indicated that significant changes by the Governor to his administration with…
National Grid

Shame! Total blackout hits Nigeria with second Grid collapse in 48 hours 

This comes just two days after a similar grid collapse on Tuesday, 5 November, which had cut power across the…
Kano governor Abba Yusuf dissolves Ministry of Higher Education being overseen by his estranged deputy, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo.

‘Consider lives of 20m Kano residents’, Gov. Yusuf begs striking doctors

By Maduabuchi Nmeribeh/Kano Kano Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf has waded into the dispute between the state chapter of the Nigerian…
Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke declares three days mourning period for late Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Taoreed Lagbaja.

Lagbaja: Osun govt declares 3-day mourning

According to the information Commissioner, the death of the late COAS is devastating, a colossal loss to humanity and the…
Four Fulani herders die in Takum LG of Taraba State after reportedly eating a fish they picked up at the bank of a river while grazing

Kogi: Ijumu LG reads riot act to herders

The security meeting, at the instance of the Council Chairman, Alhaji Ibrahim Haruna, directed that herders below the age of…
DHQ

DHQ confirms emergence of new terrorist group in North West

Buba said that the new terror group emerged from the Republic of Niger after the coup that led to the…
PLAC addresses importance of Gender equity in democracy

Northern youths write National Assembly over Tax Reform Bill

The group said, “The youth are Nigeria’s future, and our prosperity hinges on investments in education, skills development, and job…
Kachalla Kallamu and the 13 other bandits were killed by Nigerian Army troops in two different operations in Sabon Birni LGA of Sokoto State.

Bandits storm Zamfara community, abduct Imam, 99 villagers

A survivor told the BBC Hausa Service in an interview that the affected communities were under siege and people were…
Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke declares three days mourning period for late Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Taoreed Lagbaja.

Police officers directed to wear black bands for Lagbaja

Lagbaja who had been sick, died in Lagos on Tuesday and he is still being mourned by Nigerians.

Boat crash: NIWA rescues two sand miners on transit in Calabar

“Though their sand boat with the contents were completely submerged, the victims aged between 23 and 25 were resuscitated and…
Edo

Edo govt, APC committee trade words over alleged conversion of political appointees to civil servants

A member of the Committee, Prince Kassim Afegbua, in a statement on Wednesday, titled 'Governor Obaseki's last deceit', alleged that…
PDP celebrates Obasanjo on 89th birthday

Obasanjo goes memory lane, recalls pain of losing wife

He disclosed that the hospital was equipped with the state-of-art modern medical facilities that could treat any ailments that could…
Museum of West African Art holds a preview event of its first purpose-built building, the MOWAA Institute, in Benin, Edo State.

MOWAA Institute opens new era for West African art, heritage

By Jethro Ibileke The much talked about Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) Institute, r a preview event of its…
NBC says will deploy drones, advanced geospatial technologies, and mapping tools to improve its boundary management in 2025.

NBC decries loss of lives to Abia, Akwa Ibom boundary dispute

Other challenges, he said, included the deliberate efforts to misinterpret the documents by stakeholders or their failure to accept them.
Grid

Why national power grid keeps collapsing – FG panel

Disclosing this was the Chairman of the investigative committee probing reasons for grid collapse, Nafisatu Asabe. She said this during…
Lagbaja

Zulum condoles Tinubu, others over Lagbaja’s death

Zulum offered prayers for the peaceful repose of Lagbaja’s soul and the strength for his family to bear the loss.
Owoseni told Gov. Makinde that suspects arrested over killing of five forest guards at the Old Oyo National Park are undergoing interrogation

Makinde approves N80,000 minimum wage for Oyo workers

The state’s Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, disclosed in a statement that the technical committee set…

Ogun announces death of Abiodun’s Special Adviser, Egunjobi

Governor Abiodun stated this during a condolence visit to the home of the late politician in Oke-Lantoro, Abeokuta, Ogun State,…
Oluremi Tinubu

Remi Tinubu pays condolence visit to Lagbaja’s family

“Throughout his career, the late Chief of Army Staff exemplified valour, patriotism and unwavering dedication to the service of our…
Noise pollution

Lagos goes tough on noise pollution, seals churches, others

“In a bid to address noise pollution and other environmental violations, LASEPA took action, closing down several establishments across different…
Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja

Defence Ministry condoles with Tinubu, Army, Lagbaja’s family

“He will be greatly missed by the family, the military and the nation as he served the nation with commitment…
AfriSummit

AfriSummit 2024: Africa’s Health leaders rally for Pharma Innovation, unified regulations

Dr. Mona Al Moussli, Chairman of AfriSummit, remarked, "This year’s summit was extraordinary, with exceptional contributions from industry leaders, underscoring…
Uncle

How two female employees allegedly connived to steal employer’s N10m wares

He said the offences, the defendants committed were punishable under sections 411, 309 (2) and 328 (1) of the Criminal…
Ashimolowo

‘This Is Love’: Ashimolowo to lead historic Ibadan Crusade with free Surgeries, food distribution, others

For eight years, he journeyed with local evangelists through Ghana's villages, learning and practising the approach of delivering both spiritual…
Delta Assembly

Why Delta Assembly suspended Dafe Chukudi

According to the speaker, the member representing Okwuani constituency, Edafe Chukudi is hereby suspended for 14 legislative days for gross…
FG says it does not need the help of Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II for the implementation of its laudable economic reforms and policies.

Emir Sanusi lauds Tinubu

“This compassionate gesture has brought relief to the affected families and demonstrates the president’s commitment to protecting the welfare of…
INEC

Ondo 2024: INEC conducts mock accreditation of registered voters

“You know today is a working day and that is responsible for the low turnout of voters for the exercise,…
Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja

Tinubu postpones FEC meeting for Lagbaja

Initially scheduled for Wednesday, the council meeting was postponed in honour of Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army…
NNPP chieftain Ajadi kicks against establishment of U.S. military base in Port Harcourt

NNPP’s Ajadi congratulates US President-elect Trump

Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, the 2023 New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) governorship candidate for Ogun State and South West chieftain, has…