The Senate has today asked the Federal Government to immediately compensate the families of the 17 soldiers that were murdered in Delta state. The request was made during today’s plenary session, as the senators observed a minute silence in honour of the military personnel who lost their lives on Thursday […]
Abubakar Maigandi, President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), anticipates a potential drop in petrol prices following the revival of operations at the Port Harcourt refinery. Maigandi expressed optimism during a meeting with NNPC’s Group Managing Director, Mele Kyari, highlighting the proximity advantage for South-South region […]
In a swift response to actionable intelligence, Nigerian Army troops stationed in Kaduna State thwarted a kidnapping attempt by a violent extremist group, rescuing 16 victims in Tantatu Community, Kajuru Local Government Area. The troops engaged the insurgents in a fierce firefight, liberating the abducted villagers and continuing search operations […]
Residents of Gberigbe, Ikorodu, Lagos State, are appealing to the government for urgent repairs to the heavily flooded Gberigbe road. The dilapidated road, worsened by recent heavy rains, has caused businesses to suffer and residents to relocate. 60 Communities Affected Residents, lamented that the road connects approximately 60 communities. During […]
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismantled a drug ring targeting students in Bayelsa State and seized significant quantities of narcotics across Nigeria in a week-long operation. Hairdresser & Dispatch Rider Arrested with Drug-Laced Chin-Chin: In Yenagoa, Bayelsa, NDLEA agents apprehended a 20-year-old hair stylist, Josephine Odunu, and […]
Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has strongly rebuked the decision of the Accountant-General of the Federation, Oluwatoyin Madein, to organize a retreat for state commissioners for finance in London. In a scathing statement shared on social media, Obi condemned the lavish expenditure on overseas workshops amid Nigeria’s economic challenges. […]
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has vehemently condemned the unprovoked killing of officers and soldiers attached to 63 Brigade at Okuama community, Ughelli South Local Government Area. Emphasizing the state’s commitment to the rule of law and human decency, Governor Oborevwori expressed deep concern over the tragic incident and […]
In a shocking turn of events, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command apprehended a woman for orchestrating her own kidnapping, demanding a hefty ransom of N4 million. The Commissioner of Police, Mr. Waheed Ayilara, unveiled this startling revelation during a press briefing in Uyo. Alongside this arrest, 52 suspects were […]
Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has initiated a groundbreaking effort to support the residents of Lagos with the launch of ‘Ounje Eko’ food markets. Effective from Sunday, March 17, 2024, these markets will offer a 25% discount on essential food items, including rice, beans, gari, bread, eggs, tomatoes, and pepper, across […]
The UEFA Champions League quarterfinals draw has been conducted, setting up exciting matches as top teams vie for a spot at Wembley. Arsenal will face Bayern Munich, a historically challenging opponent for the Gunners, while Mikel Obi selected this match-up during the draw. Other notable pairings include Barcelona against Paris […]
