The police in Adamawa have apprehended three members of a notorious gang group known as “Shila boys” in Yola for alleged robbery. The police spokesman in Adamawa, Suleiman Nguroje, made this known in a statement on Saturday in Yola. Nguroje said the police received credible information that five of...
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The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, has said that a more active Guards Brigade was expected in 2025. Matawalle said this while responding to questions from newsmen at the Elite Guards’ West Africa Social Activities (WASA) 2024, on Saturday in Abuja. He therefore, charged the troops...
The Chairman, National Sports Commission (NSC), Malam Shehu Dikko, has fulfilled a personal promise of N10 million donation to the Super Eagles B team for qualifying for the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN). The home-based Eagles defeated Ghana’s Black Galaxies 3-1 on Saturday in Uyo to secure qualification for...
President Bola Tinubu has commended the Guards Brigade Nigerian Army for checkmating all forms of security threats in the nation’s seat of power as well as his personal security. Tinubu, represented by the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle, gave the commendation at the elite guards’ West...
The Minister of State Petroleum (Oil), Sen. Heinekein Lokpobiri on Saturday paid an unscheduled visit to some petrol stations in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa capital. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the random visist was to enable him to ascertain the status of petrol supply following the Federal...
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has expressed heartfelt condolences and an apology to Sokoto State’s government and people following the tragic loss of lives during a joint military operation against the Lakurawa terrorist group. The operation targeted terrorist hideouts in the Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa communities in the Silame Local Government...
The Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi says he will never abandon his successor, Gov. Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi and ensure that he completes eight years in office. Umahi made the pledge on Saturday at his hometown Uburu, Ohaoazara Local Government Area of Ebonyi when Nwifuru’s clan members, Izzi...
Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, on Friday, launched this year’s Carnival Calabar, saying that everyone should partake in the socio-economic and cultural prosperity in the world. In a speech, Otu described the theme of the carnival, “Our Shared Prosperity,” as “actually international in nature because we have the...
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has said troops on internal security operations have apprehended two terrorist ammunition couriers, 256 other suspects, and neutralised 148 terrorists within one-week. The DHQ’s Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, made this known in a statement in Abuja on Saturday. Buba said...
The 2024 edition of Calabar Carnival witnessed a celebration of inclusion on Saturday as some physically challenged individuals participated in the event’s street party and competitive challenge. The carnival, known for its vibrant costumes, energetic performances, and infectious music, showcased the talents of no fewer than 25 physically challenged...
The accusations made by Niger Republic’s military junta chief, General Abdourahamane Tchiani against France for its alleged role in fueling insurgencies in Nigeria and the Sahel region are not without merit. Historical evidence and geopolitical realities provide compelling support for such accusations, particularly in the context of France’s track...
An Oil and Gas Industry Consultant, Dr Maurice Ibe, has tasked the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) to ensure that the four government refineries are functioning at full capacity. Ibe, who is the Group Executive Chairman of the Benham Group, made this known in an interview with...
The Police Command in Kwara has rescued 13 kidnap victims in a swift and coordinated operation in the state. The command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Toun Ejire-Adeyemi, said this in a statement on Saturday in Ilorin. According to Ejire-Adeyemi, the achievement demonstrates the command’s commitment to ensuring the safety...
Vice-President Shettima on Saturday led a delegation of the Federal Government on a condolence visit to Gov. Umar Namadi of Jigawa over the death his mother and son. “We are here to condole with you over the loss of the matriarch of your family and pillar of support for...
Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu on Saturday signed the state’s 2025 Appropriation Bill into Law. While signing the bill, Aliyu pledged to deliver additional dividends of democracy and accelerate ongoing development initiatives in the state. Describing the state’s 2024 budget implementation as a resounding success, the governor reaffirmed his...
Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu has pledged to take the Calabar Carnival global in 2025 to build on the event’s already impressive reputation as Africa’s biggest street party. Governor Otu made the promise while declaring open the carnival’s street party on Saturday in Calabar. The News Agency of...
The Federal Road Safety Corps, Ondo State Sector Command, says no fewer than 13 people were burnt to death along Ikare-Akoko/ Owo Road on Saturday in the state. FRSC State Sector Commander, Dr Samuel Ibitoye, made this known in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja – The Transmission Company of Nigeria has notified residents of the Federal Capital Territory about impending blackouts in some areas. The General Manager, Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, said in a statement on Saturday that the company’s engineers would conduct planned maintenance exercises at two transmission...
Funke Akindele’s newly released movies, “Everybody Loves Jenifa” and “Alakada! Bad and Boujee”, have pushed Nigerian cinemas to record ticket sales of over ₦1 billion in one week. According to Nile Media Entertainment Group data, tickets worth N1.02 billion were sold between December 20 and 26, 2024, a record...
Chairman of Zinox Group, Mr. Leo Stan Ekeh, while reacting to phone enquiries from some journalists to confirm if he was aware of a new law suit against his companies, staff, wife and himself as published in Sahara Reporters, dismissed the suit as empty forum shopping. Ekeh said he was...