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Rivers

No locus standi: Court throws out challenge to Rivers LG polls

Paul Dada

7 months ago

On the issue of the August 30 elections, Justice Jumbo declared the polls constitutional and legitimate, emphasising that they were…
EFCC

Court grants Emefiele leave for forensic review of WhatsApp chats, iPhone evidence

Paul Dada

7 months ago

The defence team, comprising seven lawyers and led by Olalekan Ojo, SAN, had filed and argued an application seeking permission…
Governor Abiodun congratulates Tobi Amusan on Jamaican invitational triumph

World Athletics Championship: Amusan wins silver in 100m hurdles

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

Jamaica’s Danielle Williams came seventh in 12.53 seconds, and Nadine Visser of the Netherlands was eighth in 12.56 seconds.
Court orders remand of four police officers accused of shooting and killing traders at Owode Onirin International Spare Parts Market, Lagos

Gunmen abduct Catholic priest in Kogi

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Gunmen have abducted Rev. Fr. Wilfred Ezemba, parish priest of St. Paul Parish, Agaliga-Efabo in Olamaboro Local Government Area of…
Heartbreak for Nigeria as Tobi Amusan fails to reach 100m Hurdles final

World Athletics Championship: Amusan zooms into 100m hurdles final

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

The 27-year-old crossed the finish line ahead of Nadine Visser of the Netherlands, who clocked 12.45 seconds, and Poland’s Pia…
Alaafin of Oyo

Alaafin speaks on appointing new Oyo Chief Imam

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has dismissed reports that a new Chief Imam has been appointed in…
Suspected chemical odour leaves 31 hospitalised in Ogun school

Ogun issues evacuation warning to 20+ communities

Paul Dada

7 months ago

This advisory was issued in the 2025 Midterm Flood Alert press release by the Commissioner for Environment, Dr. Ola Oresanya,…
Ebonyi

Busted: Police operatives nabbed for extortion in Benin

Paul Dada

7 months ago

"The Command assures the good people of Edo State that it remains committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism,…
Olufemi Ajadi

School resumption: Ajadi sends important message to government

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Ajadi emphasized that unless deliberate action is taken to check the trend, many children risk being denied access to quality…
Kwara

Rain disrupts smooth resumption in Kwara schools

Paul Dada

7 months ago

The rain disrupted the movement of students and parents who were either at bus stops or already on their way…
Edo

Police detain Edo operatives involved in N.3m extortion, recover money

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The recovery of the money followed a video circulated on social media by an influencer alleging the crime.
Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) warns management of Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH), to settle its N949.88m debts

N949m electricity debt: Disco threatens to disconnect Aminu Kano Hospital

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

According to Bala, the hospital has an outstanding liability of N949.88 million as of August, and it is expected to…

Bill to raise living standards advances as lawmakers push social protection

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

The bill will reduce extreme poverty, cushion the impact of economic shocks, and prevent vulnerable citizens from falling deeper into…
oNDO

Gunmen kill 6 in fresh Plateau massacre

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The National Publicity Secretary of Mushere Youth movement (MYM), Kutyil Gashion Nahum also confirmed the gunmen attack in a statement.
PDP

2027: PDP reveals secret consultations as hidden presidential hopefuls emerge

Paul Dada

7 months ago

“The PDP is deeply engaged in consultations to identify the most credible candidate — one who can unite Nigeria and…
JUST IN: Court convicts Kanu of engaging in terrorism act

Nnamdi Kanu motion for urgent medical care stalled

Paul Dada

7 months ago

Justice Liman, in a short ruling, made the order transferring the case file back to the CJ, following an application…
Bago said the resettlement of the people had become necessary with a view to flushing out criminals who were using Kainji Lake as their camp

Why we want clerics in Niger to submit sermons for vetting – Gov Bago

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The policy has generated controversies in the state with many religious leaders faulting it and the practicality of its implementation.
UNN

‘No social activities on campus beyond 6.pm’, UNN alerts students

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

UNN management directed that all such activities must be held strictly during the daytime and under the supervision of the…
PDP deeply rooted despite defections, says Lawmaker

Beyond Jonathan, Obi, Makinde: PDP reveals hidden aspirants for 2027

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

The coming months are expected to witness intense political maneuvering, as both prominent and less visible figures continue to test…
The spokesperson for the Ebonyi Command, SP Joshua Ukandu, confirmed the sudden death of ACP Ogbon-inu Popoola in a statement to journalists

Police nab 200 suspects, secure 100 convictions in Anambra — CP

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The Police Commissioner said a major highlight was the re-arrest of a suspect in the high-profile kidnap and murder of…
Nigerian Embassies

Concerns over vacant ambassadorial posts as Tuggar defends embassy operations

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

Nigeria’s embassies around the world are still working effectively despite the absence of substantive ambassadors, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf…
Ngozi Ogbu

Police speak on ex-Imo lawmaker allegedly abducted by IPOB/ESN terrorists

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Ogbu, who was also a former Chairman of Okigwe Local Government Area, was kidnapped on September 7, 2025, while he…
Tinubu

What Tinubu said at Catholic Bishops Conference

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Tinubu commended Catholic Bishops and clerics of other denominations for consistently promoting dialogue and tolerance despite Nigeria’s diversity.
Jigawa

UNICEF, UK FCDO hail Jigawa for tackling malnutrition, climate resilience

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Governor Umar Namadi highlighted Jigawa’s vulnerability to climate shocks, particularly perennial flooding that has caused catastrophic damage to infrastructure, livelihoods,…
Radda

Dialogue between Katsina communities, bandits yielding positive results – Radda

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Governor Radda further noted that poor planning had, over the years, hindered meaningful development, attributing the failures of past leaders…
Akingboye

‘Why Lagos CP ordered probe into ex-Ondo governorship candidate Akingboye’s death’

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Akingboye contested the November 2024 Ondo governorship election but lost to the incumbent, Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress…
Residents of Manchok community in Kaura LG of Kaduna State seek government help over destruction of their properties, crops by flood water

Flood devastation: Residents of Kaduna community cry out for urgent help

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Another resident, Thomas Yatai, attributed the flooding of the community to blocked water ways and the absence of appropriate drainage…
NiMet

NiMet issues alert on 3-day thunderstorms, rainfall nationwide

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

NiMet advised people across the country to fasten loose objects, disconnect electrical appliances, and avoid tall trees to reduce risks…
Driver

Hit-and-run driver nabbed after killing pedestrian in Lagos

Paul Dada

7 months ago

Bakare-Oki explained that instead of assisting the critically injured victim, the driver brazenly attempted to escape from the accident scene.
Nurse

Bizarre! Doctor walks out of surgery to have sex with nurse

Paul Dada

7 months ago

According to testimony presented at the hearing, Dr. Anjum requested a “comfort break” during the procedure and asked a colleague…
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