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Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO)

First Lady, Uzodinma, Zulum bag FUTO doctorate awards

The distinguished recipients included First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, and Governor Babangida Zulum of…
Metropolitan Police

Metropolitan Police strike major blow: 540 criminals, rapists nabbed 

LFR, an advanced surveillance tool, has allowed the police to remove dangerous criminals from the streets, contributing to safer communities.
Labour Party governorship candidate in Lagos, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour alleges death threats and assassination attempts on his life.

Tinubu practices ‘agberocracy’ in Nigeria – Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour

In an interview on the Talk to B Podcast hosted by actress Biola Bayo, Chatta spoke candidly about the challenges…
LASTMA

Newlywed couple, 17 others escape death in Third Mainland Bridge Accident

Two passengers in the front of the bus were trapped in the wreckage and suffered severe limb fractures. They were…
Ogundoyin

Oyo Speaker hails Makinde’s Hybrid Power Project as landmark in energy advancement

The project is expected to increase the state’s energy supply by 14%, enhancing public lighting, security, and economic activities within…
Nigerian

Lagos man Odunaya remanded for assaulting wife in property ownership row

Police Prosecutor ASP Jimoh Joseph told the court that the offences, committed in 2020 at Noforija, Epe, Lagos, violate Sections…
Nwonwu

Businesswoman Oladoke remanded for torturing minor maid with hot knife over N1,700

Oladoke was charged before the Tinubu Magistrate's Court, Lagos Island, on one count of causing bodily harm. Prosecuting counsel Ishola…
Budget

What Information minister says on tax reform

The minister said as the president continues to implement a physical reform agenda for the country that would divulge more…
Soldier

France makes important pledge to NDLEA

“It is therefore a thing of joy that our collaboration is not just growing at the level of drug law…
Rivers

Rivers govt issues 7-day ultimatum as it sets to begin demolition

"We have given occupants seven days to vacate affected properties as we shall commence waste clearing and demolition of shanties…
Fire

How fire razed 30 shops in Nasarawa market

“The fire continued till the following morning of Friday before they finally put off the fire between 8 am and…
NAN says one of its editors identified as Gregory Maduakolam, has been kidnapped in Owerri, the capital of Imo State.

NAN editor Gregory Maduakolam kidnapped in Owerri

NAN, in a statement issued by its management on Friday evening said Maduakolam was kidnapped in Owerri on Thursday night.…
UNILAG

UNILAG governing council appoints new registrar, librarian

Mrs Adejoke Alaga-Ibraheem, Head, Communication Unit, UNILAG, made this known in a statement on Friday in Lagos. Alaga-Ibraheem said the…
Tinubu

Tinubu reshuffles list of nominees for South East Development Commission

In the reshuffling contained in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, his spokesperson on Saturday, Tinubu replaced all the three executive…
Lagos Fire and Rescue Service says its operatives have rescued a woman from a chemical induced fire that happened in Agege area of the state.

Fire service rescues woman from chemical explosion in Lagos

The Director of Lagos fire agency, Mrs Margaret Adeseye, confirmed the development in a statement on Saturday. She said that…
Deji Adeyanju makes strong claims about Egbetokun

Defamation: Adeyanju apologises to PDP’s Damagun, Anyanwu

Damagun and Anyanwu, through their lawyer, had threatened to sue Adeyanju over allegations bordering on defamation if he failed to…
Jigawa Governor Umar Namadi unveils 2025 budget proposal, laying out an ambitious plan of N788 billion to shape the future of the state.

Jigawa governor Namadi unveils N698bn budget for 2025

Christened "The Budget of Innovation & Transformation for Greater Jigawa," the budget is aimed at addressing critical areas such as…
EFCC operatives arrest 24 people suspected to be involved in internet fraud in Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State.

EFCC grabs 24 suspected internet fraudsters in Kogi

The suspected fraudsters were arrested by EFCC operatives from the Abuja Zonal Directorate of the anti-graft agency, Dele Oyewale, the…
Group says South Africa’s decision to relax visa requirements for Nigerians is a demonstration of global confidence in President Bola Tinubu.

‘Relaxation of S/Africa visa rules signifies global confidence in Tinubu’

The group said: “It is quite remarkable that the diplomatic concession on visa by the South African authorities was announced…
With the approach of the yuletide, Police ban use of use of fireworks popularly known as "Knockout or Banger," in every part of Kogi state.

Kogi Police Command bans use, sale of fireworks

He gave the order while briefing members of the Command Management Team at the Command Headquarters in Lokoja. The CP…
Kizz Daniel

Why I won’t hold December concert — Kizz Daniel

The artiste made this disclosure during an interactive session with his fans on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday night.
CNG engine

Sanwo-Olu unveils Lagos’ CNG revolution, eyes cleaner Energy future

The Governor highlighted the multiple benefits of adopting CNG as a fuel alternative, including reduced carbon emissions, improved air quality,…
Oba Ewuare II informed secessionist agitators, the authorities, including the federal government, that Edo land would remain intact.

Igue Festival: Oba’s decree triggers burial boom in Benin Kingdom

The announcement has led to a rush among families in Edo South Senatorial District to bury their deceased loved ones…
Kano

Kano Government condemns blockade of Emir’s Palace, urges Calm

The commissioner noted that the incident has caused distress among residents and neighbouring communities. “We strongly condemn any action that…
Namadi

Namadi unveils N698 Billion Budget for 2025

By Maduabuchi Nmeribeh/Dutse Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, has presented a N698 billion budget proposal for 2025, titled “The…
Eid-el Fitr

Kano: Emir Sanusi appeals for calm amidst heightened security at Palace

Emir Bayero currently resides in the Nassarawa mini-palace near the Kano State Government House and also lays claim to the…
Tinubu

Breaking: Tinubu appoints new CEOs  for NUC, NERDC, SMDF/PAGMI, NEPAD

Ribadu is an expert in veterinary reproduction and has served as Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Yola,…
Tinubu

Tinubu nominates Abdullahi, Atuma as North West, South Development Commissions Chairmen

In a list of nominees sent to the Senate late in September 2024, President Tinubu nominated Ambassador Haruna Ginsau as…
Nwonwu

Sales Manager, six others arraigned over alleged ₦15 million theft

Onyekwere swiftly reported the matter to CSP Kehinde Adedara, Divisional Police Officer of Ikoyi Division, who launched an investigation and…
FCMB Group

FCMB Group posts ₦91.8 billion Profit Before Tax, hits 67% growth

Gross revenue surged by 67.2% to ₦587.8 billion, up from ₦351.5 billion in the corresponding period of 2023. This increase…