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Smugglers lose big as Customs intercept Rolls Royce worth N905m, others in Ogun

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The Customs boss attributed the achievement of the Command to enhanced compliance drive, improved monitoring of the border activities, and…

Police arraign man, 30, over alleged office break-in, theft

Abimbola Aderinola

7 months ago

The defendant, of Agric Olope Area in Ado-Ekiti, is facing a two-count charge of office breaking and stealing...

Poor menstrual hygiene linked to teen pregnancy, anaemia — FG

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

This was disclosed by the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, during the validation and adoption of…

CNPP, CSOs Demand Extradition of Mele Kyari

Abimbola Aderinola

7 months ago

The political parties and the civil society coalition said the court order freezing four Jaiz Bank accounts linked to the…

34-year-old petrol attendant faces alleged N1.7m theft charge

Abimbola Aderinola

7 months ago

The defendant, whose residential address was unknown, is being charged with felony and stealing. He however, pleaded not guilty to…

Banned: UNIZIK bans post-exam, signing out ceremonies, cites reasons

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

She also cautioned outsiders against entering the campus to partake in or promote the banned practice, noting that violators risk…

Cybercrime Crackdown: 50 Chinese, one Tunisian deported after conviction in Nigeria

Paul Dada

7 months ago

"The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC, and the Nigerian Immigration Service NIS, have repatriated 51 more foreign nationals convicted…

Niger passes new academic retirement age bill

Abimbola Aderinola

7 months ago

He claimed that the recommended age meets global standards and will help retain seasoned professionals...

‘I’m not competing with any king’ – Alaafin fires back at supremacy rumours

Paul Dada

7 months ago

Oyo, the statement noted, rose to prominence due to its wealth, military prowess, and strategic leadership, becoming the largest empire…

‘Staged kidnappings culprits must be punished’- Sen Nwoko

Abimbola Aderinola

7 months ago

He noted that making culprits face the full weight of the law would send a clear message that such deceit…

NELFUND announces new conditions for student loans

Abimbola Aderinola

7 months ago

The loan fund on Thursday made this announcement in a statement signed by the Director of Corporate Communications, Oseyemi Oluwatuyi...

Sharp rise in hostel fees sparks student protest at UNILAG

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

Private hostels gained popularity last academic session due to delays in the renovation of university-owned accommodations by the Federal Government.

Kano set to sponsor weddings for repentant thugs

Abimbola Aderinola

7 months ago

He noted that the initiative is a part of the state governor's plans to support the youths who wants to…

Iseese Day: Abandoning tradition is cultural suicide – Ifa priest to Yoruba sons, daughters

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

The Chief Priest urged the state government to take further steps toward institutionalizing traditional worship, ensuring that it thrives and…

ADC rejects proposed salary increase for political office holders

Paul Dada

7 months ago

He added that government should ensure timely and fair salaries for our civil servants and strengthening Nigerians social welfare programmes…

Bribe or miss your bus: Nigerian journalist faces harassment in Burkina Faso

Paul Dada

7 months ago

The incident occurred during his ongoing overland journey across 16 West African countries under a self-funded project titled “Project Travel…

Obi sends fresh message to FG over plan to raise politicians’ salaries

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Mr Peter Obi has faulted the Federal Government’s move to increase the salaries of political office holders, calling it insensitive…

Kano rolls out amnesty programme for thugs

Paul Dada

7 months ago

“Many of these young people did not willingly choose this path. They were manipulated by self-serving politicians,” Waiya stated.

‘How Enugu man kidnapped, killed 5-year-old cousin in quest for N1m ransom’

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The victim’s body was exhumed in the presence of medical personnel, including a doctor, who certified the child dead.

Lawmakers raise alarm over insecurity in Nasarawa

Paul Dada

7 months ago

The speaker called on security agencies in the state to utilise the anti-kidnapping law passed by the House to curb…

Soludo dismisses vigilante officers over assault on female corps member Jennifer Elobor

Paul Dada

7 months ago

“The Soludo administration will not condone brutality or abuse of office. Any officer found guilty of misconduct will face immediate…

Katsina mosque attack death toll rises to 32

Paul Dada

7 months ago

“This administration remains committed to working with all security agencies to prevent such tragedies in the future.”

23-year-old man arrested for hacking 44-year-old girlfriend to death

Paul Dada

7 months ago

She said Chinamezu, also known as Power Sharp, allegedly hacked his girlfriend, Sunny, to death with a machete on July…

Soyinka backs traditional medicine at Isese Festival

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

The Nobel Laureate lamented the neglect of indigenous remedies, noting that many Nigerians still believe only hospitals can provide effective…

Moment Makinde paid homage to Olubadan-designate Oba Ladoja ahead coronation (Photos)

Kazeem Ugbodaga

7 months ago

In his statement, Governor Makinde expressed deep pride in Ibadanland’s traditional institution, highlighting its unique succession system that has guided…

Internet fraud: 7 jailed Obasanjo Library’s suspects to refund N7.3m to victims

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The Judge, in view of the defendants’ guilty pleas and evidence tendered by the prosecution, found them guilty and convicted…

Soludo’s wife reaches out to brutalised NYSC member

Michael Adesina

7 months ago

Anambra State First Lady, Dr Nonye Soludo, has personally reached out to Jennifer Elohor, the female NYSC member assaulted by…

Nigerian man impersonating U.S woman Katia Banks jailed for fraud

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

Bassit was arrested, alongside others, on July 31, 2025 at Lekki Garden Horizon Height , Lagos during a sting operation…

Lagos car dealer arrested for allegedly scamming customers of N39m

Kazeem Ugbodaga

8 months ago

Following petitions to the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 2 Command, Adegoke Fayoade, operatives tracked and arrested Adeyemi at…

Lagos faces backlash as CAPPA condemns water sector privatisation push

Paul Dada

8 months ago

“For more than a decade, successive administrations have sought to hand over essential services to corporate profiteers, shifting the burden…

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