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Hounsou

Djimon Hounsou opens up on financial struggles, racism in Hollywood

In an interview on CNN’s African Voices Changemakers, the Gladiator star, who boasts two Oscar nominations and numerous appearances in…
Okoya

Sanwo-Olu celebrates industrialist Rasaq Okoya at 85

"I wish Chief Okoya the best on his 85th birthday. I pray that God will grant him a longer life,…
Dr Segun Osoba, renowned Marxist and former lecturer at OAU says the ruling class is the cause of hardship Nigerians are currently facing.

How the ruling class caused current hardship in Nigeria – Osoba

Osoba made this statement at his 90th birthday celebration which held on Thursday 9 January, 2025 at The White House…
LASEMA

Two dead after falling into diesel reservoir – LASEMA

He said both victims were in severe conditions and were promptly transported to the hospital by the Lagos State Ambulance…
Ondo governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, asserts that President Bola Tinubu will be re-elected in 2027, but his victory must be overwhelming

Tinubu showers praises on Ondo Governor Aiyedatiwa

"Aiyedatiwa's impressive political trajectory is a testament to the potential and possibilities in Nigerian politics", President Tinubu remarked
AfDB approves investment of $650 million annually to drive economic transformation, resilience, and broad-based prosperity across Nigeria.

AfDB, partners move to accelerate universal electrification efforts

“The summit aims to secure the financial resources, partnerships, and political commitment necessary to achieve the ambitious Mission 300 plan…
ODIEC

LG election: ODIEC distributes sensitive materials

The ODIEC chairman, however, advised all political parties, candidates, and their supporters to eschew violence and respect the rules of…
Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

11 injured in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway multiple crash

“21 people were involved, including 12 adult males and nine adult females, while 11 people were injured, including eight males…
Police say middle-aged woman and her two children lost their lives in a fire incident at Rainbow Street, Ondo West LGA of Ondo State

Fire burns shanties in Lagos

Following distress calls received through the 767 and 112 emergency toll-free lines at 01.18hrs, LASEMA activated its response team from…
Air Force

How Air Force has improved in 18 months – CAS

Abubakar said that the NAF had, for long, prided itself as a pacesetter in Research and Development especially among the…
Army

How journalists can help fight insecurity – Army

“Moments like this remind troops of the significance of loyalty, obedience and sacrifice as well as providing a unique opportunity…
Alaafin

Oyo Imam not subservient to Alaafin, Muslim group claims

Akintola said it was an act of impunity for Makinde to approve Owoade's appointment since there was still a case…
EFCC goes after Okoya’s sons over ‘abuse of naira’

EFCC summons Okoya’s sons over ‘abuse of naira’

In a bold move, the EFCC has invited Subomi and Wahab, the sons of billionaire industrialist Razaq Okoya, for interrogation…
Enugu Police

Borno man caught with 116 wraps of Indian hemp

Spokesperson for Borno Police Command, ASP, Nahum Daso, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday in Maiduguri. He said that…
Police said the parcel allegedly containing 113.93 grams of gold worth over N20m was sent to a recipient in Minna, Niger State from Abuja

Police nab suspected drug peddler in Borno

He said that the arrest was made by the command’s Anti-Vice Squad following credible intelligence.
NERC

NERC transfers electricity oversight to Niger

”Following the request, NERC directed the Abuja Electricity Distribution (AEDC) to incorporate a subsidiary (AEDC SubCo) to assume responsibilities for…
Zacch Adedeji

Dangote: Confirming what we’ve always known Zacch to be at 47

In a recent interview with Bloomberg, I watched with amazement as chairman of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, extolled…
Nigerian Govt orders illegal miners to vacate all mining sites in Zamfara over outbreak of lead poisoning in Bungudu LGA of the state

NASS committee rejects Solid Minerals Ministry’s budget estimates

The Chairman of the joint committee, Sen. Ekong Sampson, stated this after the Minister, Dele Alake, presented the ministry’s 2025…
SERAP

Mahmood: Why INEC needs N126bn for its 2025 operations

Mahmood said this on Friday in Abuja at the budget defence session of Senate and House of Representatives Joint Committee…
Nigerian armed forces says its troops kill 109 terrorists, apprehend 81 suspects and rescue 43 kidnapped hostages in the last one week

Nigerian troops kill 109 terrorists, rescue 43 from kidnappers

The troops also arrested 81 suspects, Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba revealed in a statement on Friday in…
NiDO-Worldwide hails Nigerian-American woman, Victoria Ogunremi, alias Ebiere, for returning 5,700 dollars cash she found in a toilet in U.S.

Linking NIDO to NIA malicious, harmful – Worldwide Coordinator

Ubani described the claims, which suggested that the Federal Government established NIDO for espionage purposes on fellow Nigerians, as malicious,…
ISWAP

‘Eliminate Lakurawa or send them packing from Nigeria’, Commander orders troops

Addressing the troops, Soleye encouraged them to remain steadfast in their mission, while assuring them of full support of the…
Alaafin

Why appointment of Owoade as new Alaafin cannot stand – Oyo kingmakers

The five kingmakers - Bashorun of Oyo, High Chief Yusuf Layinka; the Lagunna of Oyo, High Chief Wakeel Oyedepo, and…
Customs

MMIA Customs hits historic high, outpaces revenue target by ₦14.7bn

The MMIA Customs boss expressed gratitude to the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, and his management team for their unwavering…
Police

Police crack down on Fake News, arrest key suspect in Edo

The Force has issued a stern warning against the misuse of social media and other platforms to spread fake news…
Terrorists

End of the road: 109 terrorists killed, 81 arrested in one week

According to Buba, the troops also arrested six individuals involved in oil theft, preventing an estimated N618.7 million in losses.…
Okpebholo

PDP accuses Okpebholo of dictatorship amid impeachment of LG Chairmen

He expressed concern over the silence surrounding the incident and accused the state’s traditional rulers, opinion leaders, and religious figures…
Sanwo-Olu

Sanwo-Olu unveils network of roads in Somolu, Kosofe, Lagos Mainland

The 4.7-kilometre dual carriageway, with an average width of 7.3 metres, connects key institutions such as the University of Lagos,…
Edo AGF, others face imprisonment over disobedience to court judgment

Police dock 74-year-old Abuja man Ubula Samuel for dangerous driving

The Prosecution Counsel, Ayotunde Adeyanju, told court that the victim (complainant), Jamila Umar of Abacha Road, Mararaba, reported the matter…
Enugu Police

Cross River man arrested for allegedly killing mother for rituals

SP Irene Ugbo, the spokesperson for the Cross Rivers Police Command confirmed the suspect’s arrest and detention to newsmen on…