By HARUNA AHMED, Kaduna – Kaduna State Police Command has clarified a viral video showing a young APC supporter attempting to access a restricted area during President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Kaduna. According to the Command’s spokesperson, Mansir Hassan, the individual in the video is Umar Mohammed, a mentally...
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By MBAFAN ADE, Abuja- The Naira has appreciated against the US dollar at the official market, trading at N1,547.36 to a dollar. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Naira gained N2.05, representing a 0.13% increase compared to Thursday’s rate of N1,549.41. This gain marks...
The Nigerian stock market continued its bullish trend on Friday, ending the week with N175 billion gain. Market capitalisation rose by N175 billion, or 0.24 per cent, to close at N74.533 trillion, up from N74.358 trillion recorded on Thursday. Similarly, the All-Share Index (ASI) rose by 277.09 points, or...
Flamengo produced a stunning comeback to defeat Chelsea 3-1 in their Club World Cup Group D match on Friday. After falling behind to Pedro Neto’s early goal, the Brazilian side rallied to score three unanswered goals, with Bruno Henrique and Danilo netting in quick succession before Wallace Yan sealed...
The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted an interim injunction restraining the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from taking any further action in the River Park Estate dispute. The court’s decision came after the developers of the estate, JonahCapital Ltd...
The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, has sounded the alarm over the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, warning that it risks spiraling out of control and igniting a catastrophic fire that no one can contain. In an urgent plea to the UN Security Council, Guterres called for de-escalation,...
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has taken a significant step to strengthen security in the North Central region by delivering critical combat enablers and deploying an additional 300 troops to boost manpower under Operation “Whirl Stroke”. This move is aimed at reinforcing security and operational...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has commended officers of the Nigeria Formed Police Unit (NFPU) for their outstanding performance, professionalism, and dedication while serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). The officers, deployed from 16th October 2023...
President Bola Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for his efforts in developing Abuja into a world-class capital city. The President made this commendation while inaugurating the first phase of Arterial Road N5 (Obafemi Awolowo Way) in Abuja, a project that is...
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, has promised to provide critical infrastructure in Wassa District to facilitate the relocation of Apo Mechanic traders and dealers. Wike made this commitment while inaugurating a committee to oversee the relocation process. “It’s been promise on promise since 2011...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – Borno State Police Command has achieved a significant milestone in its efforts to restore law and order in the state. According to the Commissioner of Police, CP Abdulhamid Nasiru, the Command has arrested 210 suspects and convicted 86 others between June 11 and June...
By TYAV SAM TYAV, Makurdi – Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his visit to the state during the recent pogrom in Yelwata town, Guma Local Government Area. The governor also welcomed the President’s assurance to collaborate with the state government...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – The Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Health, Dr. Salma Anas Kolo, has assured that the federal government will support the newly established National Orthopaedic Hospital in Azare, Borno State. The hospital, located in Hawul local government area, is set to provide...
A Warri-based fish farmer, Mr. Edafe Imirike, has told the Federal High Court in Abuja that he was deceived into investing $10,778.64 in Afriq Arbitrage System (AAS) Limited, a cryptocurrency platform. The company and its CEO, Jesam Michael, are facing charges of advance fee fraud brought by the Economic...
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has announced plans to recruit 4,000 additional teachers to bolster the state’s education sector. This move is aimed at strengthening the state’s teaching workforce, particularly in primary and secondary schools. The governor made this disclosure during the June edition of his media chat, “Gov....
Nigerian Armed Forces has deployed 197 troops to the Economic Community of West African States Mission in The Gambia (ECOMIG) to support regional peace and stability. The troops underwent rigorous Pre-Deployment Training (PDT) at the Martin Luther Agwai International Leadership and Peacekeeping Centre in Kaduna, equipping them with the...
A devastating humanitarian crisis is unfolding in Iran, where over 650 people have lost their lives in a massive Israeli bombing campaign launched a week ago. According to the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), 657 individuals have died, and 2,037 have been injured in the nationwide airstrikes....
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Friday, raised the alarm over a surge in online scams involving fake recruitment and auction offers falsely linked to the Service. It urged the public to remain vigilant and avoid falling victim to fraudsters. During a briefing held at...
By AUSTIN-FAIR NWAULU, Lagos- Freeman Chi, the apparently sleeping lion has been woken up by the cries and wailing of the poor masses. According to the veteran, adored and award winning musician/activist, he is stepping out with a Bang as he cannot bear the cries of the poor masses...
The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru, has clarified that the party’s presidential candidate, President Bola Tinubu, will decide on his running mate after the national convention. Basiru made this known on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief programme, stating that the question of a running mate is...