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“Our lives at risk,” Taraba CJ cries out over withdrawal of police from Judges

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

He noted that the work of the court was deeply connected with the work of the police, adding that Judiciary…

Sanwo-Olu swears in new LASU leadership team

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

4 months ago

The ceremony, held at Lagos House, Ikeja, brought together senior government officials, university executives, and stakeholders in the state’s tertiary…

PDP to Fubara: Why you can’t blame us for your travails

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

PDP also said the development is further evidence of the dysfunctional nature of democracy in Nigeria, where individuals are bigger…

Soyinka to Tinubu: Seyi’s security escort is excessive, Nigeria needs them more

Femi Fabunmi

4 months ago

According to him, national security deployments must reflect the realities facing the larger population, rather than being concentrated around the…

‘We pity him’ PDP mocks Fubara following defection to APC

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

4 months ago

In a statement on Tuesday, PDP National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, said the unfolding political crisis in Rivers State exposes…

Senate summons Keyamo, NCAA, FAAN, airline owners over soaring airfares

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

Buhari, who is the Senate Committee Chairman on Aviation, expressed concern that the recent spike in airfare was inflicting hardship…

FG, UNESCO launch empowerment programme for Nigerians

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

4 months ago

Senior Special Assistant to the President on Food Security (SSAP-FS), Dr. Olasunmbo Ogundipe, announced the initiative on Tuesday in Abuja…

NRC Breaks Silence on Abuja–Kaduna Rail Chaos, Issues Strong Clarification

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

It said the Federal Government, under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, has continued to support efforts to strengthen…

Tinubu fires important warning to youths

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

4 months ago

The President made the call in Abuja on Tuesday during the unveiling of the Nigerian Youth Academy (NIYA GIGS) Platform…

Lagos drops new health plans for Nigerians abroad

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

4 months ago

The new packages are designed to provide affordable and reliable health coverage for tourists, returning Nigerians, and families abroad seeking…

Civil Defence officer jailed 7 years for forgery

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

The court also ordered the convict to refund all salaries, benefits, and emoluments received from the date he fraudulently upgraded…

Man seeks justice over late father’s will as forgery claims stall probate reading

Isa Isawade

4 months ago

Kolawole Adesina’s struggle to have his late father’s will read by the Lagos State High Court has exposed a bitter…

Tinubu drops big promise for Nigerian youths

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

4 months ago

The President delivered the charge on Tuesday in Abuja during the unveiling of the Nigerian Youth Academy (NIYA GIGS) Platform…

Osun 2026: Adeleke defects to Accord Party, gives reasons

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

Adeleke said he opted for the Accord Party because its mission of welfarism aligns with the passionate focus of his…

NNPC/Heirs Energies JV seals flare-gas deals with 5 firms

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

The milestone moves the JV “from regulatory approval to full commercial execution,” enabling OML 17 flare gas to support power,…

“Many of our members are displaced political refugees,” ADC declares

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

Abdullahi said ADC immediate concern is building a strong, credible opposition that Nigerians can trust, rather than issue of zoning.

Gov. Fubara dumps PDP; gives reasons

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has formally announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All…

Ex-Army Sergeant bags death sentence for killing UNIJOS student

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

The Chief Judge said decision followed a detailed review of evidence presented by the prosecution, witnesses’ testimonies, and the court’s…

Tinubu’s powerful words for Akpabio at 63 leave many talking

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

Tinubu noted that the state under Akpabio became “a top competitor in the national economy,” pointing to the construction of…

Ajadi meets Oyo councillors in Iseyin, says he represents ‘Omituntun 3.0’

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant in Oyo State, on Tuesday declared his intention to…

Inside the chaotic convoy that left AAU graduate dead

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

The deceased reportedly attempted to overtake a moving truck at high speed when he collided with a stationary vehicle parked…

C-130: NAF gives fresh update after Burkina Faso stopover

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says arrangements are now in place for its C-130 aircraft to resume its trip to…

Landlord takes over property housing Obi Cubana’s Wuse II Abuja Lounge

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

The court sheriffs and a detachment of police officers had arrived at the lounge owned by businessman and social media…

Kogi: Gunmen abduct five Magongo indigenes

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 months ago

The victims were returning from a wedding ceremony in Jos, Plateau State, when they were kidnapped at 8 p.m on…

Breaking: Senate approves Tinubu’s request to deploy Troops to Benin after Coup attempt

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

Akpabio described the move as both strategic and necessary, warning that unrest in any neighbouring country carries implications for the…

Just in: Tinubu to deploy Nigerian troops to Benin Republic

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has asked the Nigerian Senate to approve the deployment of troops to the Benin Republic.

Breaking: Tinubu seeks Senate backing to deploy Troops to Benin after Coup scare

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

He warned that Benin was facing “an attempted unconstitutional seizure of power and the destruction and destabilisation of democratic institutions,”…

Updated: ECOWAS declares state of emergency across West Africa

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has declared a state of emergency in the region.

Lagos presents ₦1.5bn Retirement Bonds to 832 Retirees

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 months ago

Expressing appreciation to Governor Sanwo-Olu, Obilana stated: “Today, Mr Governor will be presenting another set of 832 retirees with their…

Jimmy Kimmel extends late-night show contract

Michael Adesina

4 months ago

Jimmy Kimmel has extended his contract with ABC to continue hosting “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” until mid-2027, a source told AFP…

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