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Court orders 2 Kano High Court judges to resign from commissions set up by Gov. Abba Yusuf to probe his predecessor, Abdullahi Ganduje

Ganduje vs Kabir-Yusuf: 785 witnesses to testify before Kano Tribunal

No fewer than 785 witnesses are expected to appear before the Kano State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal to testify for…

Ikorodu residents appeal to Gov. Sanwo-Olu to repair Igbe Road

Residents of Igbe community in Ikorodu, Lagos State, on Saturday appealed to Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu to repair the Igbe Road,…

Olakunrin: Police overhaul highway security, PUFF ADDER comes South

The Inspector General of Police, Mohammed  Abubakar Adamu, said he has ordered the overhaul of security architecture on the highways…

Why most children suffer from depression, expert reveals

Mrs Esther Adekoya, President, Heartrose Care Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) has urged parents, guardians and teachers to be more…

There’s no bomb explosion, Police debunk social media rumour

The Police Command in Enugu State, on Saturday, debunked a social media rumour of a bomb explosion in the state.

Updated: Obasanjo thrown down from third floor

Turkish Cypriot media have reported the arrest of 11 people in connection with the killing of Nigerian student Obasanjo Adeola…

Gunmen kill Sen. Abbo’s uncle, abduct his step mother

Adamawa Police Command has confirmed the killing of an uncle to Sen. Elisha Abbo and the abduction of his stepmother.

Chidoka rallies $30, 000 for victims of Boko Haram war on 48th birthday

A former minister of aviation, Osita Chidoka, has said he will organise a 48 klm run/walk to raise 30, 000…

Avoid pre-marital sex, don advises FGGC graduates

Dr Funmilayo Okeniyi, a Lecturer at Landmark University, on Saturday advised graduates of the Federal Government Girls College (FGGC), Omu-Aran,…
UNAIDS said new HIV infections down by 45%

HIV/AIDS: Society wants nurse penalised for stigmatising client on Facebook

Coalition of Civil Society Network about AIDS in Nigeria (COCSNAN) on Saturday called for immediate penalisation of a nurse for…

Read why crayfish price is up by 50%

The Price of crayfish has increased by 50 per cent in some major markets in Enugu State.

We won’t allow Benin Republic take Tongeji Island, Gov Abiodun vows

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has vowed that his administration would not allow the Tongeji Island, that shares…

Lionel Messi shines with wife, Antonella Roccuzzo

Argentine superstar and Barcelona forward, Lionel Messi on Saturday shared a lovely picture with his Wife, Antonella Roccuzzo.
Chief Olawale Oshun, Chairman, ARG

ARG condemns murder of Afenifere leader’s daughter

The Afenifere Renewal Group, ARG, has condemned the murder of Mrs Funke Olakunrin, the daughter of the Afenifere leader, Pa…

Group accuses PUNCH of bias, false reportage against Osinbajo

A political group in Nigeria has accused Punch Newspaper of allowing itself to be used by the Peoples Democratic Party…

Bayelsa Dep Gov picks PDP Governorship nomination form

Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Retired Rear Adm. Gboribiogha John-Jonah, has picked the expression of Interest/Nomination form for the Peoples Democratic Party…

Accusations, counter-accusations trail killing of mechanic in Badagry

Accusations and counter-accusations have continued to trail the circumstances surrounding the Friday killing of a 32-year-old mechanic, Ismaila Akapo, in…

Olakunrin: Yoruba will react when pushed to the wall, says Adams

Gani Adams, the Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland and leader of Oodua Peoples Congress said Yoruba will react to the spate…

Desist from trading, Gov. Oyetola tells intending pilgrims

Gov. Gboyega Oyetola of Osun has urged intending Hajj pilgrims in the state not to allow themselves to be distracted…

Ogun Govt promises to build affordable housing for Civil Servants

The Ogun State Government has assured civil servants of affordable housing that will not affect their take home at the…

Photos: Akeredolu condoles with Fasoranti, promises arrest of killers

Governor Rotimi Akeredolu has paid a condolence visit in Akure to Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti over the murder on…

Killers of Fasoranti’s daughter must be brought to book – Jonathan

Former President, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan has commiserated with Afenifere chairman, Chief Reuben Fasoranti and the entire Fasoranti family over the…

Timi Dakolo speaks on Anthony Joshua after meeting him

Singer, Timi Dakolo met with former undisputed World Heavyweight Champion, Anthony Joshua on Saturday in Lagos and admired his prowess.
Outgoing German Chancellor Angela Merkel

Chancellor Merkel calls Hitler assassination attempt a role model

Chancellor Angela Merkel has called for determined resistance against rising right-wing extremism in Germany ahead of the 75th anniversary of…

Ministry to Youth: Your talent will fail if you are not skilled

Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development has advised youths to combine education with skill acquisition for them to make…

RUGA: You’re ruling a divided nation, Oby Ezekwesili tells Buhari

Former Minister of Education and Ex-Presidential candidate, Oby Ezekwesili has said Nigerians reaction to Ruga settlements revealed that President Muhammadu…

What golf means to the military – GOC

A top military officer, Maj. Gen. Nuhu Angbazo, who is the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division Nigerian Army, Rukuba,…
The Somali military said on Sunday it had killed around 40 fighters and commanders of the Islamist terrorist militia Al-Shabaab.

Somalia forces end Al Shabaab siege on hotel, 13 confirmed dead

Thirteen persons have been confirmed dead after Somalia’s security forces ended an overnight attack by the al Shabaab Islamist militant…

Farmers’ security: NSCDC to deploy 1,500 personnel to farmlands

The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), says it has concluded arrangements to deploy additional 1, 500 personnel under…

Fayemi bemoans killing of Olakunrin, condoles with Fasoranti

Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State has bemoaned the killing on Friday of daughter of Pa Reuben Fasoranti, Mrs Funke…