A devastating accident occurred on Friday night when a tipper truck, reportedly suffering from brake failure, crashed into bystanders along Chisco Park Junction in Amichi, Nnewi South Local Government Area of Anambra State, leaving many feared dead. The incident was confirmed on Saturday by Mrs. Margaret Onabe, spokesperson for...
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In a significant victory, troops deployed under Operation FANSAN YANMA neutralized a feared bandit leader, Dan Dari Biyar, during a clearance mission in the western part of Sabon Birni Local Government Area, Sokoto State. A reliable source from Army Headquarters confirmed to journalists on Thursday that the operation took...
By OLA MODUPE , Lagos- Former presidential aspirant and prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chief Stanley Osifo,, has called on the party’s newly appointed chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, to prioritize unity and reconciliation within the APC. Speaking with journalists in Lagos on Saturday, Osifo congratulated Yilwatda...
By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja – Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has announced ongoing efforts to evacuate Nigerians facing alleged mistreatment in the Central African Republic (CAR). The NiDCOM’s Director of Media, Public Relations, and Protocols, Mr. Abdur-Rahman Balogun, announced this in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja....
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Sen. Oluremi Tinubu have showered praise on Nigeria’s Super Falcons for their remarkable 3-2 comeback victory against host nation Morocco in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final, securing a record-extending 10th title. The thrilling match,...
In a decisive operation, the Anambra State Government, in partnership with security agencies, conducted a raid on Saturday targeting a notorious baby-making syndicate that had been shut down in February 2024. The facility, disguised as Mother and Child Hospital and Maternity, is located at No. 1 School Road, Tansian...
By MARY RONKE, Minna– Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) has reported a tragic boat accident in Gunu village, Shiroro Local Government Area. The accident involving a vessel carrying passengers and goods to Kwata, Zumba Market, overturned mid-river around 11:45 a.m. on Saturday. NSEMA’s Director of Information and Special...
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike revealed plans to rally support from his network to fund the construction of a modern Senate Building for the institution. Wike stated this during the University of Port Harcourt’s (UNIPORT) 35th Combined Convocation and 50th Anniversary celebration on Saturday. Speaking at the...
Big Brother (BBNaija’s) landmark 10th season, themed “10/10,” launched on Saturday with host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu introducing the first group of housemates, setting the stage for an intense competition. The season promises a ₦150 million grand prize, fueling anticipation for drama, rivalries, and unexpected alliances among the contestants, each bringing...
By OLA MODUPE, Abeokuta – Ogun State Police Command has apprehended 22 suspected members of the Aiye cult, including two soldiers, during a raid at a hotel in Osiele, Odeda Local Government Area. The operation, detailed in a statement by CSP Omolola Odutola, the command’s spokesperson, took place on...
University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) has named its new convocation arena after the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, in recognition of his contributions to the institution. The arena was officially commissioned on Saturday by retired Vice Adm. Ibok-Ete Ibas, Sole Administrator of Rivers State, during...
By OLA MODUPE, Ibadan – National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Oyo State has issued a warning to female corps members serving in Ibadan to steer clear of restricted areas during the annual Egungun festival, known as ‘Oloolu,’ scheduled to take place from Monday to Thursday. The advisory was...
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, outlined his extensive contributions to the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT), Rivers State University, and the legal profession during UNIPORT’s 35th Combined Convocation and 50th Anniversary celebration in Port Harcourt on Saturday. Reflecting on his time at UNIPORT, Wike credited the institution...
In a remarkable achievement, President Bola Tinubu has announced that remittances from Nigerians abroad reached an impressive $20.93 billion in 2024, dwarfing the nation’s Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) by a factor of four. Speaking at the National Diaspora Day (NDD) celebrations and National Merit Award 2025 in Abuja, hosted...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Commerce, Hon. Ahmed Munir has reaffirmed the National Assembly’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s export capacity following a two-day working visit to the Kano Free Trade Zone and other industrial complexes in the State. The unannounced visit...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu on Friday met with colleague governors, the 1999-2007 set, also known as the Class of 1999. Below are pictures of their meeting held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja:
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, has strongly refuted claims by Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu led administration is marginalizing the North in road infrastructure development. In a detailed statement issued on Friday, Umahi labeled Kwankwaso’s remarks as “absolutely false, misleading, and...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu on Friday appealed to power generation companies (GENCOs) to give the federal government more time to complete the verification and validation of longstanding debts owed to them. During a meeting with members of the Association of Power Generation Companies, led by Col....
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has begun investigating allegations that a Chinese mining company abandoned Nigerian miners in the Central African Republic (CAR), following a viral social media video highlighting the issue. In a statement released on Friday in Abuja, the embassy emphasized its commitment to...
Taraba State High Court No. 1 in Jalingo has sentenced four individuals to life imprisonment for their involvement in an attempted kidnapping. The convicted individuals—Prospar Paul, Samuel David, Nosiu Buba, and Samuel Kelvin, listed as the first, second, third, and fourth defendants, respectively—faced charges of criminal conspiracy and attempted...