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Lagos’ fierce crackdown: 1,141 Buildings demolished to prevent flood chaos

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

Wahab disclosed that out of 1,663 identified contraventions statewide, 1,141 structures had been demolished, with Alimosho topping the list —…
A yet-to-be identified cyclist has died after colliding with a moving truck in Ikeja area of Lagos State, LASTMA said in a statement .

Tragic: Cyclist collides with truck, dies in Lagos

Ayorinde Oluokun

12 months ago

Preliminary investigations suggest the cyclist, while attempting a manoeuvre from Kudirat Abiola Way to ‘Radio’ on Obafemi Awolowo Way, collided…
Soldiers stopped lynching of man found with human parts at Kulanla Odomola area of Ogun State by an angry mob.

Soldiers stopped lynching of alleged human parts trafficker in Ogun

Ayorinde Oluokun

12 months ago

The suspect, along with the exhibits, has been handed over to the Nigeria Police at Noforija for further investigation and…
Police arrest 16-year-old boy has been over alleged illegal possession of a pistol in Ebute-Ero area of Lagos State.

Lagos teenager caught with pistol, cartridge

Ayorinde Oluokun

12 months ago

The suspect was apprehended following a tip-off from concerned residents.
NDLEA

NDLEA raids Lagos hotel, recovers N1.042billion illicit drug consignments

Isa Isawade

12 months ago

At least, three suspects: Eze Ayitu; Ofuokwu Samuel, and Emmanuel Ameh were arrested in the course of the operation at…
Emzor

Emzor deepens battle against Malaria, unveils bold new initiatives for Africa

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

“With 95% of malaria cases and 96% of malaria deaths occurring in Africa, the solution must come from within,” said…
FAAN

FG drops important announcement on Enugu Airport re-opening

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

On 18th April 2025, FAAN had ordered a temporary shutdown of the airport after detecting a sudden rupture in the…
Okafor

Lagos Sales Manager remanded, accused of stealing N32.2m from boss

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

Prosecuting counsel, Inspector Ishola Samuel, told the court that the offences took place between August 2024 and April 14, 2025,…
Police arrest three men in Abeoukuta, the capital of Ogun State, for allegedly trading in human parts, including cerebral bones

‘How three Ogun men were arrested with human parts’

Ayorinde Oluokun

12 months ago

Ogun Police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, disclosed in a statement that the three men were arrested on April 22 at about…
Court jails Kaduna man Darlington Ogihonmwanghomwan for defrauding one Zainab Baloni of N1.2 million through a phony poultry investment deal.

Fraudulent Kaduna poultry investor Darlington Ogihonmwanghomwan jailed

Ayorinde Oluokun

12 months ago

Ogihonmwanghomwan was arrested by the anti-graft agency after his victim petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC about the…
FBI

“FBI report shocks: Cyber Crime losses in U.S. soar to $16 billion in 2024

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

California, Texas, and Florida led the nation in reporting cyber crime complaints, with people aged 60 and above bearing the…
EFCC

EFCC declares four foreign accomplices linked to CBEX fraud wanted

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

The suspects, whose photographs have been made available by the Commission, are wanted in connection with fraudulent activities allegedly carried…
Herdsmen

Edo traditional ruler orders herders out of community over insecurity

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

According to the royal father, the people of Ekperi have endured a series of relentless attacks, including the kidnapping of…
More congratulatory messages pours in for Olufemi Soneye, the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPCL over his recent NIPR Awards

NIPR Awards: NGE, others hail NNPCL’s spokesperson Soneye

Ayorinde Oluokun

12 months ago

In the latest round of congratulations, the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) and the press corps of the Senate and…
Edo AGF, others face imprisonment over disobedience to court judgment

Ibadan teenager, 8 others remanded over alleged murder of 7-year-old girl

Ayorinde Oluokun

12 months ago

The prosecutor, Insp Olagoke Adegbenro, told the court that the defendants committed the offences on April 16, at Ikoyi-Ile, Oyo…

Climate activists renew call for  reparation for Africa

Paul Dada

12 months ago

The coalition also renewed its call for just climate reparations for Africa and the Global South, which bear the most…
Bauchi Police detains two suspects over alleged sexual abuse of minors

Bauchi: Three men arrested after death of teenager from unsafe abortion

Ayorinde Oluokun

12 months ago

On the roles played by the three men in the pregnancy saga, Wakil said preliminary investigation showed that the first…
Lagos

Lagos cracks down: Adamo Market shut over deadly high-tension cable encroachment

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

Following an inspection of the market, the commissioner revealed that the scale of infractions found warranted immediate closure of the…
SWAT

SWAT operatives arrest agents accused of stealing N18.5m in Lagos

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

But when the defendants failed to deliver on their promise and switched off their phones, the victim grew suspicious and…

Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan confirms abduction of priest in Kaduna

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

12 months ago

In a statement released by Rev. Fr. Jacob Shanet, Chancellor of the Diocese, it was revealed that the incident occurred…
CNPP, CSOs urge President Tinubu to arrest Mele Kyari

‘He brought structure, stability to NNPCL’: NDYC defends Kyari

Michael Adesina

12 months ago

According to the youth organization, accusations regarding secretive debt arrangements with third-party companies like Matrix Energy demonstrate a fundamental misunderstanding…
Magistrates

Counterfeit dollars: Trial of Lagos businessman Aluko Olabanji adjourned

Ayorinde Oluokun

12 months ago

When the case was mentioned for continuation of trial before the Easter vacation, the Economic and Financial Crime Commission's prosecutor…
Bunmi Abike Lasaki, aka Abike is set to take business of fashion notches higher, with her aesthetic sense, creativity and innovative spirit.

The secret to my success as a fashion entrepreneur – Bunmi Abike Lasaki

Ayorinde Oluokun

12 months ago

Abike is indeed a brand. Her innovative spirit, her dexterity, her creativity, her aesthetic sense came to the fore on…
Police rescue kidnapped victim, nab one suspect allegedly linked to coordinated attacks in Otefon and Amalu villages of Oyo State

Oyo electrician dies working on active power line

Abimbola Aderinola

12 months ago

The General Manager of Oyo State Fire Service, Mr Yemi Akinyinka confirmed the incident and explained that a distress call…
Enugu Police

Imo: Police foil plot to sell abducted 4-year-old boy for N2.7m

Abimbola Aderinola

12 months ago

The Imo Police Command spokesperson disclosed that the boy was abducted while hawking vegetables. He also explained that the suspects…
Plateau: 3 killed, 2 arrested as troops continue battle against terrorists

Gun Battle rocks Plateau: Militia gunman killed, Civilians dead, soldier wounded

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

Refusing to back down, the soldiers gave chase and re-engaged the fleeing criminals. One militia member was gunned down in…
Fahmy

Hotel horror: London manager jailed for rape as police hunt more victims

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

The Metropolitan Police has now launched a city-wide appeal, urging any other victim-survivors to come forward as detectives believe Fahmy’s…
Adesina

Nigerian-born U.S. citizen Fadugba faces 27 years jail for $690,000 Veterans Affairs Fraud

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

Even more shocking, investigators allege Fadugba lied under oath during his naturalisation process, falsely claiming he had never committed a…
Police

Police rescue kidnap victim after high-speed hase in Anambra

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

Ikenga also disclosed that the Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has ordered a thorough investigation into…
Tinubu

‘Enough is enough’: Tinubu unleashes sweeping security overhaul after deadly attacks

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

Even during his recent working visits to Paris and London, Tinubu stayed locked into the security situation, calling the shots…
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