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ASUU: FG’s loan scheme for lecturers a trap, poisoned chalice

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The Federal Government had about two weeks ago announced the Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund.

Don’t blame Tinubu for hardship in the country – Sen. Fadahunsi

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The Senator said with the various economic policies put in place by the president, before the end of the year,…

NSA Ribadu hands over 128 victims rescued from kidnappers in Zamfara

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The first batch of victims rescued on Aug. 14, comprised 42 individuals; 40 males, seven females and a toddler.

2027: Tinubu will get 100 per cent votes in South-East, says Onyejeocha

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

She said, "Tinubu will surely come back by God’s grace in 2007, because the reforms that he has embarked on…

Lagos man Innocent Ochuko jailed for Bitcoin investment scam

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

EFCC said he assumed a fictitious name, Exxes, from the United States of America through which he was able to…

Tinubu hails election of NPA boss Dantosho as VP IAPH

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Dr. Dantsoho joins the management team of the IAPH for a two-year term.

Sanwo-Olu storms Waterfronts, vows to crush illegal constructions in Amuwo, Ojo

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

Sanwo-Olu directed the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development, the Ministry of Physical Planning, and the Lagos State Building Control Agency…

APC consolidates majority in Ondo Assembly with two PDP members

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The duo cited irreconcilable differences within the PDP in the state as the reason for their resignation.

Ex-Nigerian Army Properties boss forfeits shares worth N246m to FG

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

In a bid to conceal proceeds of unlawful activities, he acquired shares in Awhua Resources Limited using misappropriated funds.

President Tinubu reacts to Abuja–Kaduna train derailment

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep concern over the derailment on the Abuja–Kaduna rail line on Tuesday.

NSIB confirms passengers injured in Abuja–Kaduna train derailment

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Six passengers sustained injuries on Tuesday morning after a Kaduna-bound train derailed along the busy Abuja–Kaduna corridor.

FRSC reveals grim statistics: 411 Nigerians die scooping fuel

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Fuel scooping has become one of the deadliest practices on Nigerian roads. Instead of recognising spilt fuel as a hazard,…

Atiku’s son-in-law breaks silence amid EFCC arrest claims

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Bashir Abdullahi Haske, son-in-law of Atiku Abubakar, has challenged claims by the EFCC that he is dodging arrest, revealing that…

NNPP chieftain Ajadi writes letter to President Trump over stringent visa rules for Nigerians

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

According to him, many law-abiding Nigerians are unfairly denied access to the US due to policies that stereotype the country’s…

Gunmen abduct Pastor, church member in Kogi

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

An eyewitness said, “The incident happened between 3 and 4 pm on 24th August 2025 (Sunday) when both members of…

Terrorism trial: Judge fumes over absence of Al-Barnawi, other suspects from court

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The U.S. had, in 2012, placed a $5 million bounty on Al-Barnawi’s head after branding him one of three Nigerian…

Makinde to hand over to deputy as he embarks on one month’s vacation

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Ogundoyin, who acknowledged the letter, assured of the legislatives’ support to Lawal during the governor’s absence.

Gov. Makinde hands over power to deputy

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is set to step aside temporarily as he proceeds on a one-month leave starting Friday,…

PDP corrects 2022 mistake but too late, Wike insists

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

He explained that the National Executive Committee (NEC) has now resolved that since the party chairman will remain in the…

Benue Assembly suspends Dajoh days after resignation

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

The Benue State House of Assembly has slammed a three-month suspension on its immediate past Speaker, Aondona Dajoh, accusing him…

Court orders 6 banks to furnish I-G with details of accounts linked to Sowore

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The I-G, in the five-ground of argument, said Sowore “is being investigated for terrorism financing, money laundering and fraudulent activities.

Meet the 22 queens: Miss Universe Nigeria 2025 finalists revealed

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

The contestants, representing states across the country, were announced through the pageant’s official website and social media platforms.

Rivers: Police explain how youths robbed, assaulted Inspector after visiting girlfriend

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The youths claimed that the police officer was being punished for taking banned substances within their community.

Anambra Assembly slams suspension on PDP lawmaker

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

The Anambra State House of Assembly has suspended Hon. Bernard Udemezue, member representing Ayamelum Constituency, for three months.

NRC breaks silence over Abuja–Kaduna train derailment

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

In a statement issued by its Managing Director, Kayode Opeifa, the NRC disclosed that the incident occurred at about 11:09…

We are ready for “Mother of all Strikes” over unfulfilled 2009 Agreement – ASUU

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

By Ehigimetor Igbaugba, Calabar The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has warned that it is prepared to embark on…

IGP slams Lagos tycoon with fresh ₦185m fraud charge

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

The offences, according to the charge, contravene Sections 8(a) of the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Fraud Related Offences Act,…

Panic as Abuja-Kaduna train derails, passengers flee for safety

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

The route, which is widely used by travelers and commuters, has experienced past attacks and disruptions, raising questions about the…

Businessman, firms face fresh ₦185m fraud charges in Lagos court

Paul Dada

7 months ago

The case, which has been in court since 2023, has now been adjourned to September 25, 2025, for continuation of…

How PenCom recovered N4.57bn from defaulting employers

Paul Dada

7 months ago

He said during the period, the commission recovered N972.12 million in contributions and N381.88 million in penalties from 19 employers.

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