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EFCC boss Ola Olukoyede assures Nigerian youths that the Commission is working hard to secure their future from the grip of fraudsters

EFCC boss Olukoyede to youths: We’re working hard to secure your future

EFCC boss Olukoyede gave the assurance in Abuja, on Thursday, July 25, 2024 while receiving the Engineering and Computer Science…
PMO commences 2024 working tour of parastatals, agencies

PMO commences 2024 working tour of parastatals, agencies

The working tour, led by the Permeant Secretary, Mrs Adetutu Ososanya (FCA) was meant to assess to operational efficiency and…
Martins Amaewhule, Speaker of suspended Rivers House of Assembly declares support for state emergency on the state by President Tinubu

Amaewhule, 24 others’ suit: Court rules against PDP National Legal Adviser

In today's ruling, Justice Obile said that Ajibade, SAN has no legal powers to challenge the appointment of Musa, SAN…
UNILAG

Protest: UNILAG postpones ongoing 2nd semester examinations

“All members of the university are, therefore, enjoined to go about their legitimate business and not hesitate to report anything…
Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun

Protest: Security operatives embark on show of force in Osun

“The officers are also to arrest anyone or groups that are not part of the protest but are out to…
Oil

Protest: Asari Dokubo warns organisers to stay off Niger Delta

Niger Delta freedom fighter, Mujahid Asari-Dokubo has issued a stern warning to organizers of the planned nationwide protest against hardship…
Oby Ezekwesili dares Tinubu: "I won't revert to old National Anthem"

Oby Ezekwesili accuses government of spreading fear among Nigerians

Oby Ezekwesili said the protest is a valid way of Nigerians expressing their grievances over their situation.
Iwuanyanwu for grand burial

Ohanaeze Ndigbo cancels World Igbo Day

“We want to assure Ndigbo that the ship of Ohanaeze is in safe hands. Nothing will happen to Ohanaeze. He…
Police arraign the two Ibadan CAC church members on charges bordering on conspiracy and threat to life by the police.

‘Hunger pushed me to steal yam on two occassions’

Gandu told the Magistrates’ Court in Kafanchan, Kaduna State:”hunger pushed me to steal yam on two occassions. ”I beg for…
What Lagos residents say on proposed nationwide protest

What Lagos residents say on proposed nationwide protest

He urged the government to address the challenges in the country, stressing that the growing food inflation had remained a…
FRSC clarifies that it was sued by one Shebb Ugochukwu over violation of fundamental human rights and not a criminal trial for bribery.

“No tolerance for corruption” – FG issues stern warning to FRSC officers

Akume, represented by Dr. Maurice Mbaeri, Permanent Secretary of the General Services Office, stressed that the administration is aiming for…
President Bola Tinubu says iconic Nigerian singer, songwriter, Onyeka Onwenu, who died on Tuesday will lives on in her immortal masterpieces.

Onyeka Onwenu lives on in her immortal masterpieces – Tinubu

"The President recalls the many artistic interventions of the late musical icon in promoting public good, noting her classic collaboration…
JIC North East Operation Hadin Kai says investigation of 1,450 arrested terrorist being investigated at the centre have been completed.

Foundation deradicalises 90 female ex-Boko Haram insurgents in Borno

In her speech, the Borno Commissioner of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Zuwaira Gambo, lauded the foundation for its…

“Dialogue better than protests” – Sen. Sahabi Ya’u warns youths in Zamfara

Speaking at a news conference in Gusau on Tuesday, Ya’u encouraged young people to avoid the protest so that security…
Disu

Rivers man cries out to police over ‘juju trial’ by vigilante operatives

Ejechi made the appeal after narrating how the Diobu vigilante operatives allegedly stormed his house on 21st of July,2024 while…
Okpebholo

I never knew Asue Ighodalo until recently – APC candidate Okpebholo

According to him, the PDP candidate whom he referred to as Obaseki's godson has been relatively unknown in his own…
African athletes and teams to follow at the Olympic Games

African athletes and teams to follow at the Olympic Games

Few could have imagined that the Nigeria women's basketball team would sensationally beat Australia in the first group stage match.…
NAPTIP rescues 68 victims, apprehends 62 human trafficking suspects in A’Ibom

World Day Against Human Trafficking: NAPTIP, others, stage roadwalk in Benin

The Coordinator of Benin Zonal Command of NAPTIP, Mr Ganiu Aganran, noted that the theme of the 2024 World Day…
Police arrest seven over NURTW clash in Abuja

How we arrested woman fleeing after murder of husband in Abuja – Police

Adeh said the suspect was arrested while attempting to flee with the belongings of the paralysed husband who had been…
Zaphaniah Jisalo, Minister of Special Duties says Renewed Hope Agenda is manifesting with execution of 667 projects across Nigeria

Renewed Hope Agenda, yielding fruits with 667 projects – Jisalo

Jisalo said some of the executed projects, under his watch, included boreholes, roads construction, maternity, healthcare centres, clinics among others,…

Hunger protest: Action ill-timed – Effiong

He urged the public to exercise more patience and  enable government concentrate and attend to basic challenges in the country. 
Mr Bashar Binji, the convener of the planned nationwide protest in Sokoto abandons plans to organise protest in the state.

Sokoto: Protest convener withdraws, cites hoodlums’ plan to attack markets

While acknowledging the constructive intent behind the peaceful protest, Binji emphasised that the complex and sensitive environment could lead to…
Burkina Faso

Gunmen storm Delta church, kill 2, abduct ex-commissioner

Onyemaechi was a former Delta Commissioner for Technical Education, in and a former member of the House of Representatives. She…
Police said the parcel allegedly containing 113.93 grams of gold worth over N20m was sent to a recipient in Minna, Niger State from Abuja

Consider Yobe’s vulnerability, shelve protest, Police urge youths

By Nabilu Balarabe Yobe Commissioner of Police Mr Garba Ahmed has urged youths in the State to shelve their planned…
ACF rejects planned nationwide protests

ACF rejects planned nationwide protests

The ACF outlined several reasons for opposing the protests such as the lack of robust engagement with the representatives over…
President Tinubu congratulates speaker Tajudeen Abbas on 60th birthday celebration

‘Shelve your plan for protest in Nigeria’s interest’, Speaker Abbas appeals to youths

Speaker Abbas, who noted the frustrations and reservations of the Nigerian youth, said the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration is…
LASG to address population growth in 2025 budget - Commissioner

LASG to address population growth in 2025 budget – Commissioner

At a stakeholders' consultative forum, Mr. Ope George, the Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, discussed the state's 2025 Budget…
Tinubu

Badaru urges youths to shelve planned protest

According to the Minister, the reforms initiated by the President have started improving the lives of Nigerians as the economic…
Tinubu is neither anti-North nor anti-Islam – Shettima

Tinubu is neither anti-North nor anti-Islam – Shettima

This statement was made on Tuesday during a visit from northern media representatives at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
OAU awards Prof. Yusuf Ali for Academic Research Excellence

OAU awards Prof. Yusuf Ali for Academic Research Excellence

The 2024 OAU Academic Research Excellence Awards (second edition) took place on Tuesday at the university's Oduduwa Hall.