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Police smash notorious interstate kidnap syndicate in Delta

Ayorinde Oluokun

11 months ago

The operatives trailed the suspects to Port Harcourt, where they arrested a 21-year-old member of the syndicate in the Elelenwo…

Sterling arrested for helping 10 inmates escape Orleans Parish facility

Michael Adesina

11 months ago

Sterling Williams, a 33-year-old maintenance worker at Orleans Parish Jail, has been arrested in connection with the escape of 10…

We were not elected to wear boxing gloves to fight Executive – Akpabio

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

The Senate President underscored the urgent need to revive Nigeria's manufacturing sector, citing the collapse of the textiles industry and…

Umahi: Southeast Governors rally behind Tinubu, Lagos-Calabar Highway tolling begins December

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

Highlighting a renewed federal focus on the Southeast, Umahi emphasized the significant infrastructure projects underway in the region, stating that…

Kogi: Tension as gunmen hold traditional ruler, abduct 4 others in Okoloke

Ayorinde Oluokun

11 months ago

A source familiar with the attack claimed that the criminals forced their way into the house of one Ezekiel Durojaiye,…

Lagos First Lady empowers nurses with stylish scrubs, crocs in bold healthcare boost

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

Sanwo-Olu reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery and supporting frontline workers.

Abure faction of LP seeks police probe of Rep over document

Ayorinde Oluokun

11 months ago

Obiora Ifoh, the National Publicity Secretary of Labour Party said this in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja while…

London teen killer jailed for life after cold-blooded stabbing in brent

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

The brutal incident unfolded on October 19, 2023, when Kelenda was caught on CCTV stalking Tyrone on Kensal Rise before…

Crackdown in Lagos: 1,148 Destitute, mentally ill, beggars banished from Streets

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

Ogunlende reaffirmed the administration’s resolve to make Lagos a safer and more compassionate city, declaring that no citizen—regardless of their…

Uproar in Ibadan as trigger-happy police officer kills WAEC candidate

Michael Adesina

11 months ago

A tragic incident occurred in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, on Tuesday when a student on his way to…

Citizenship drive: 116 Foreigners Seek Nigerian Nationality in Lagos

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

Layode further explained that each application undergoes scrutiny by a sub-committee comprising representatives from six key agencies: the Nigerian Immigration…

11 men sent to prison over murder

Paul Dada

11 months ago

The eleven are: Alim Olumuyi, 51, Lateef Kareem, 60, Kazeem Adeyemo, 52, Oderinde Adedayo, 45, Idowu Oladipupo, 50, Tijani Akanmu,…

Just In: Tinubu’s chief of staff Gbajabiamila hits Osun state for Gov. Adeleke

Michael Adesina

11 months ago

The Chief of Staff to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, on Tuesday, arrived…

Single-use plastics ban: Lagos drops key information on pure water sachets, PET bottles

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

Wahab reaffirmed the government’s readiness to begin full enforcement of the ban on July 1, following the expiration of an…

Police rescue 28 kidnap victims, arrest 10 suspects in Enugu

Paul Dada

11 months ago

“The operations were carried out in collaboration with Neighbourhood Watch, Forest Guards, and community members,” the statement said.

Why politicians defect to other parties – APC chieftain

Paul Dada

11 months ago

Abdullahi expressed dissatisfaction with the attitudes of Nigerian political elite, saying that they had polluted the system through manipulation of…

JAMB announces date for release of re-sit UTME results

Paul Dada

11 months ago

The candidates are those affected by the technical and human errors glitch in the 2025 UTME.

CAPPA insists on increased tax for sugar-sweetened beverages

Paul Dada

11 months ago

"Food corporations use a sophisticated web of marketing strategies to lure Nigerians-especially children and young adults-into consuming ultra-processed foods that…

Army destroys bandits’ camps in Benue

Paul Dada

11 months ago

“He also called on the good people of Benue to continue to support military operations by providing credible information on…

I’m not a member of any coalition yet – Obi

Paul Dada

11 months ago

“To tackle issues of bad governance, corruption, hunger, poverty, poor healthcare, out of school children and the myriad of other…

What Dangote just revealed about Petrol prices will surprise you

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

He also expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the Naira-for-Crude Initiative, which has facilitated reduced fuel prices for Nigerians.

Trafficked actress Jumoke’s daughter reunites with family after four years in Mali

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

“Breaking! Adeola, daughter of popular actress, Jumoke George, who cried out that she had not heard from her daughter in…

What Soyinka said about Nigeria’s future will leave you speechless

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

The playwright and cultural icon also highlighted the need to adapt traditional practices to modern life to preserve their cultural…

Banker poses as customer, steals N2.4m in brazen fraud scheme

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

Following the plea, the prosecution counsel, Abdulhamid L. Tukur, called EFCC operative David Ngale Gajere to present the facts of…

Lagos unleashes 61 new roads, five bridges in one year

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

Daramola stated that despite economic headwinds between May 2024 and 2025, infrastructure delivery has remained on track.

Over 34,000 Nigerians become U.S. citizens in just three years

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

The data is sourced from Form N-400 filings, the official application for naturalisation, and tracked through the U.S. Citizenship and…

FG, Lagos to Nigerians: Patronise local goods or perish economically

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

Ambrose stressed the importance of producing and consuming locally made goods to boost economic sustainability and competitiveness.

Indomie Fan Club turns 20, celebrates two decades of shaping young minds

Kazeem Ugbodaga

11 months ago

The presence of the beloved Indomitable superhero mascots, Big Boy, Stretchy, Swifty, Tweeny, and Vision, brought infectious energy to the…

How Tinubu has grown Nigeria’s digital economy – Bosun Tijani

Paul Dada

11 months ago

The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, disclosed this during an interview

Lagos seeks strategic partnerships to tackle coastal erosion

Paul Dada

11 months ago

“This is not just a Lagos problem, it is a national environmental and economic challenge. If we are serious about…

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