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Constitution Review: Senate sets stage for zonal public hearings

Paul Dada

9 months ago

The public hearing locations will hold in Lagos (southwest), Enugu (southeast), Ikot Ekpene (south south), Jos (north central), Maiduguri (north…

Tinubu furious over Plateau lynchings: ‘Barbaric act won’t go unpunished’

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

While calling for calm and restraint, President Tinubu extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and the governments and people…

Presidency fires back at Lamido: ‘You surrendered to Abacha, Tinubu resisted’

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

By contrast, he said, Tinubu stood firmly in defence of democracy even before General Sani Abacha dismantled all political structures.

Massive shake-up: Lagos unveils enforcement team for mandatory Health Insurance

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

Prof. Ogunlesi revealed that Lagos hosts over 46 NHIA-accredited HMOs, 1,800 private facilities, and a ₦100 billion health insurance market,…

JAMB announces date for 2025 UTME Mop-up Exam for 96,838 candidates

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

JAMB said the mop-up exam would be conducted in 183 centres across the country, while a number of additional candidates…

Lagos lays down tough terms for reopening Oko-Oba Abattoir

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

According to Wahab, animals were pushed out of designated pens to make room for humans to sleep, while waste and…

Enugu police raid yields arrest of firearm repairer, 6 others

Isa Isawade

9 months ago

“During the raids, another 39 year-old suspect was arrested with a locally-fabricated Beretta-like pistol.

Family, friends mourn former UK headteacher Panna Nagar killed in Air India crash

Isa Isawade

9 months ago

The London-bound Air India aircraft, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed soon after taking off, killing all but one of the…

Owo leaders unite at security summit, demand end to violence

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

decisive move to address the growing wave of insecurity across Owo and its surrounding communities, the Owo Local Government on…

NUJ @ 70: FG urges media to promote democratic progress

Abimbola Aderinola

9 months ago

Tinubu, who was the Special Guest of Honour was represented by the Chief Host, Minister of Information and National Orientation,…

Woman going to India for fibroid surgery arrested with 2.20kg cocaine at MMIA

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

Illicit substances seized include: Colorado, Loud, Molly, Tramadol and other opioids. Another raid at a provision shop at Idumeka Igueben…

What Ekinrin-Adde community got from Kogi gov Ododo

Isa Isawade

9 months ago

“This fundraising is a show of dedication and commitment of the members of this community to make a positive impact…

I was never served – Oba Momson appeals sack from throne

Michael Adesina

9 months ago

The traditional ruler of Agbowa-Ikosi, Oba Owolabi Saheed Momson, has filed a motion at the Court of Appeal, Lagos Division,…

Police confirm abduction of high court Judge in Yenagoa

Isa Isawade

9 months ago

The judge had been waiting for his daughter, who had gone into the outlet to make some purchases.

UN raises alarm over increased rate in online misogyny

Abimbola Aderinola

9 months ago

Talking to children and adolescents about gender equality, healthy relationships and digital citizenship is crucial to preventing harmful attitudes from…

Primate Ayodele reveals those behind Benue killings

Michael Adesina

9 months ago

“I am not anyone's friend, but Tinubu should wake up. Don't let them be singing Hosanna for you. Insecurity is…

Kano CP visits explosion scene, orders investigation

Isa Isawade

9 months ago

“Preliminary investigations revealed that the explosion occurred during the offloading of scrap materials from a truck that arrived from Damaturu…

Benue confirms arrest of 50 fake IDPs in Yelwata Camp infiltration

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

According to Kunde, some of the arrested suspects broke into the camp on Friday night through a collapsed section of…

Eight key takeaways from Tinubu’s address at ECOWAS Summit

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

Speaking before fellow West African leaders, diplomats, and stakeholders, Tinubu called for urgent and bold action to transform the region’s…

N2 Billion lifeline: Yusuf moves to rebuild Kano’s burnt GSM Market

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

Yusuf described the move as a crucial part of his administration’s commitment to economic revitalisation and youth empowerment.

End of the road: Police arrest Lagos’ most ruthless killer Akinwande after decade-long hunt

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

“For over a decade now, from 2009 until 2024, Wasiu Akinwande and his gangs have terrorised the people and communities,…

Revealed: The alleged sextortion that landed Benue’s governor’s aide in EFCC net

Ayorinde Oluokun

9 months ago

The anti-graft agency said the petitioners alleged that Aondona was routinely recruiting slim and attractive girls for ushering jobs and…

London teen jailed for stabbing school friend to death after falling out

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

According to the Met Police, detectives reviewed extensive CCTV footage which captured the entire sequence, from the defendant entering the…

Tragedy in Kano: Two Almajarai die, 4 hospitalized from poisonous substance

Ayorinde Oluokun

9 months ago

According to eyewitnesses, the children foamed in the mouth before giving up the ghost.

Tragedy in Kano: Two Almajirai die after drinking suspected poison from gutter

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

Mistaking it for powdered milk, the boys mixed it with water to make tea, a common meal among students in…

How it happened: Inside Kano blast that claimed five lives

Kazeem Ugbodaga

9 months ago

According to the statement signed by Deputy Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Hussaini Abdullahi, the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu…

Nigeria, Benin sign historic bilateral agreement

Paul Dada

9 months ago

"ECOWAS is a perfect example of regional integration. Unfortunately, our ECOWAS is in crisis right now," he said.

Five die, 15 injured in blast at scrap company in Kano

Ayorinde Oluokun

9 months ago

The blast allegedly occurred within a scrap yard where various metallic and hazardous materials were stored.

FRSC to drivers: Stop transporting passengers with goods, animals

Paul Dada

9 months ago

He, therefore, urged drivers to prioritise the regular maintenance of their vehicles to prevent mechanical failures that could cause accidents

Ondo kidnappers to die by hanging

Paul Dada

9 months ago

“We should know that we have investors coming to the state and as part of measures is to ensure we…

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