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Sunday’s massacre in Nibo: Anambra Govt launches manhunt for killers
Following the deadly massacre in Nibo on Sunday with at least 13 casualties, the Anambra Government says it has launched a manhunt for...
Just in: Chief of Army Staff Lagbaja not dead — Army debunks rumour
The Nigerian Army on Sunday refuted reports in circulation that the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, is dead. Several reports, originating...
#EndSARS anniversary rally: Activists arrested in Lagos, names released
No fewer than 22 activists, including the spokesperson, Hassan Taiwo Soweto, were arrested by the police on Sunday morning at Lekki Toll Gate,...
Just in: After two-week vacation, Pres.Tinubu returns to Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja after a two-week annual leave in the United Kingdom and France. Presidential aide Dada Olusegun wrote...
Tragedy hits Lagos Police Command as DPO collapses, dies in office
The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of Ijanikin Divisional Headquarters in Lagos State, CSP Bolaji Olugbenga, has slumped and passed away in...
Jigawa tanker fire: Death toll rises to 147
The death toll from the tanker explosion in Majia in the Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State, has risen to 147. Mr....
Disaster: At least 90 lives perish in Jigawa tanker explosion
A tragedy of magnitude occurred in Majiya in the Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State on Tuesday as a petrol tanker explosion...
Pres. Tinubu restates commitment to women’s empowerment as Elumelu lauds govt’s initiative
President Bola Tinubu has restated his administration’s commitment to advancing women’s empowerment and gender equality in Nigeria. Speaking at the Empower-Her fund-raising dinner...
Super Eagles stranded at Al Abraq airport, Libya, for 12 hours amidst AFCON qualifier controversy
The Nigerian national team, the Super Eagles, remains stuck at Al Abraq Airport in Libya, 12 hours after landing, ahead of their 2025...
CEO of Air Peace, airlines’ finance officer indicted for $44.9m fraud, obstruction of justice in U.S.
Allen Onyema, the Chairman/CEO and founder of Air Peace, a Nigerian airline, has been charged in a superseding indictment with obstruction of justice...
VP Shettima Inaugurates National Road Safety Advisory Council
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday inaugurated the National Road Safety Advisory Council with a charge on members to align with global best...
VP Shettima Condoles With NNPC Ltd. GCEO, Mele Kyari, Over Daughter’s Death
Vice President Kashim Shettima has condoled with the family of the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Malam...
Current economic hardships: Tinubu is not to blame – First Lady Remi Tinubu
The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has asserted that President Bola Tinubu is not to blame for Nigeria’s current economic woes. According to...
NNPC Ltd. reiterates commitment to peace, prosperity in Niger Delta
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has reaffirmed its dedication to collaborating with host communities in the Niger Delta region to...
Senate endorses Supreme Court’s ruling on councils’ autonomy
The Senate has expressed full support for the Supreme Court’s judgment on local government autonomy. It also pledged to collaborate with the House...
Tragedy as soldiers kill policeman resisting driving against traffic in Lagos
Seized by a murderous rage, some soldiers attached to the Ojo Cantonment Barracks in Lagos have allegedly bumped off a policeman, preventing a...
