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My policy directive is to stimulate economy with anti-graft war – Olukoyede

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Olukoyede, also noted that NDIC and EFCC have a longstanding record of collaboration, pledged to amplify the working relationship.

Gas explosion sparks inferno, Ibadan bungalow reduced to ashes

Paul Dada

2 months ago

“Upon arrival, it was a bungalow of six rooms engulfed by fire and our officers swiftly got into action and…

Katsina tertiary education workers suspend strike

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

According to him, it was agreed that negotiations will commence immediately with the government to resolve all the lingering issues.

Nigeria, U.S. reaffirm commitment to religious freedom, combating terrorism

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Both countries agreed to further strengthen counter-terrorism cooperation, including through enhanced operational collaboration, access to technology, anti-money laundering efforts, countering…

Saheed Osupa commits ₦2bn to landmark housing scheme for fans in Ibeju-Lekki

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Legendary Fuji music icon and cultural ambassador, King Saheed Osupa, has committed ₦2 billion to a landmark housing initiative aimed…

‘Why construction of Kano–Katsina road project is delayed’

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

The Federal Controller of Works, Mr Muhammed Idris, said the project had progressed slowly previously but benefited from improved funding…

12-year-old dies after shark attack

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Nico Antic was attacked last week while jumping into the water with friends from a six-metre (20-foot) rock in the…

How Chimzuruoke Okembunachi lost her nursing licence for sleeping on duty

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

A 25-year-old nurse, Chimzuruoke Okembunachi, has been deregistered and struck off the nursing register after she was found guilty of…

Boyfriend on the run as police probe sudden death of Abuja lady

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Peter said the caller to him that his sister was rushed to Kubwa General Hospital, where she was confirmed dead…

Court convicts Lagos firm of stealing N30.5m

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

The trial had commenced on June 5, 2023, when AAC Consulting Limited and its Managing Director, Anthony Adeoye, were arraigned…

Military vows safe rescue of Kurmin Wali abductees amid rising anxiety

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) has reiterated its commitment to the safe rescue of residents abducted from Kurmin Wali…

Umahi warns of possible closure of coastal highway

Abimbola Aderinola

2 months ago

Umahi spoke in Lagos during parade of suspected vandals of cat’s-eye reflective lights on the Third Mainland Bridge.

Met Officer sacked for placing hands on female colleagues’ legs on duty

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

A serving officer of the Metropolitan Police has been dismissed following findings of sexually inappropriate behaviour towards two female colleagues…

Olubadan delivers Verdict on Tinubu’s Insecurity battle after Abuja visit

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has expressed confidence in President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing efforts to tackle insecurity, saying…

EFCC seeks suspension, prosecution of banks aiding N162bn crypto, N18.7bn scams

Abimbola Aderinola

2 months ago

By Isaac Aregbesola The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called for suspension and prosecution of deposit banks, Fintechs…

Gov. Yusuf pulls Kano lawmakers, LG chairs along as he dumps NNPP

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Yusuf, through a letter to the Chairman of the Diso-Chiranchi Ward, NNPP, in Gwale Local Government Area, formally announced his…

Media expert Oluwafemi hails Tinubu’s ambassadorial postings

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

Victor Oluwafemi, an international development expert and member of the Nigerian diaspora based in the Isle of Man, has commended…

Four London gunmen jailed 80 years over shooting that left victim paralysed

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Four men have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms following a brutal shooting in east London that left one victim…

Protesters calls for Wike’s dismissal (VIDEO)

Abimbola Aderinola

2 months ago

The protesters expressed their dissatisfaction with Wike being appointed as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, stating that…

PDP leadership dispute: Court adjourns Wike-led PDP suit, dismisses Turaki’s case

Abimbola Aderinola

2 months ago

Justice Abdulmalik had earlier granted an ex-parte motion brought by the plaintiffs directing parties not to take any action pending…

“They gave me rings” Sky B opens up on Illuminati initiation

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

2 months ago

Nigerian singer Sky B, popularly known for his hit song Ma Bebe, has opened up about a controversial and troubling…

Lagos Traffic Radio begins 2026 In-House Training to boost professional excellence

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Lagos Traffic Radio, 96.1FM, has kicked off its 2025 departmental in-house training programme, reinforcing its reputation as a dependable information…

Nigeria plunged into darkness as National Grid suffers first collapse in 2026

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 months ago

Nigeria's national electricity grid collapsed on Friday, marking the country's first nationwide blackout of the year and leaving millions without…

Police explain how reckless driver crushed two siblings sleeping in their homes

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Bello was arraigned before an Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court, Ibadan, for allegedly killing the two siblings through reckless driving.

Abiodun sets up committee for burial of ex-Ogun First Lady

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

Speaking on behalf of the family, Barrister Bukola Onabanjo recounted the events leading to her mother’s final moments and expressed…

Osun Amotekun nabs suspected robber operating with wooden gun

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

The suspect was arrested on Wednesday at about 12:20 a.m. while he and other gang members, who are currently at…

NIS operatives intercept 22 Nigerians on the way to Libya in Katsina

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

The Jibia Border Command of NIS intercepted victims, comprising 11 females and 11 males at the location identified as a…

Ondo man lands in prison for stealing four tubers of yam

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 months ago

The defendant and one other at large entered the farm belonging to one Olorunjuwon Igbasan and stole the tubers of…

NSCDC warns fraudsters ahead 2026 UTME registration

Paul Dada

2 months ago

He added that the partnership had also led to the closure of non-accredited registration centres and the arrest of syndicates…

NBA slams appointment of convicted pension thief Abdulrasheed Maina as Patron

Michael Adesina

2 months ago

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has strongly condemned the purported appointment of convicted former pension reform boss, Abdulrasheed Maina, as…

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