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SDP Candidate Attacked by Thugs After Supreme Court Ruling in Kogi State

In a shocking development, Murtala Ajaka, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate for the governorship in Kogi State, was attacked by thugs at the Supreme Court. This incident occurred shortly after the court upheld Usman Ododo’s election as governor. Ajaka had challenged Ododo’s victory from the March 2023 governorship election, arguing that the election results […]

President’s Wife Provides Financial Aid to 1,000 Women Traders in Abia State

Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu, the President’s wife, has provided financial support to 1,000 women petty traders in Abia State. Each woman received N50,000 through the Renewed Hope Initiative Economic Empowerment Programme. This aid is part of Mrs. Tinubu’s effort to help small businesses and improve the lives of Nigerian families. The grant was presented by Salamantu […]

Tragic Accident in Ogun: Truck Crushes Woman and Granddaughter to Death

On Friday morning in the Papalanto area of Ogun State, a woman and her granddaughter were tragically killed when an Iveco truck ran over their tricycle. The truck, which was trying to overtake the tricycle, caused it to fall and then crushed it. The driver of the truck fled before being caught. According to Babatunde […]

Russian Strikes Across Ukraine Kill 8 Civilians

On Friday, it was reported that Russian strikes have killed eight civilians in various parts of Ukraine. In the northeastern Sumy region, two people lost their lives due to these attacks. The Kharkiv region, located near the Russian border, also saw two civilian deaths. Additionally, rescuers found a body in the rubble from an earlier […]

Troops Arrest Crime Leaders, Terrorists, and Killers of Traditional Ruler in Taraba State

In a major operation across Taraba State, troops from the 6 Brigade/Sector 3 Operation WHIRL STROKE, working alongside other security forces, have made several arrests of criminals, terrorists, and kidnappers who have been terrorizing different parts of the state. These coordinated efforts aim to restore peace and security to the region. One of the biggest […]

BRT Bus Overturns in Lagos, Leaving 10 People Injured

This morning, August 23, a fully loaded BRT bus overturned along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway near Iyana-Ipaja, causing concern for commuters. The accident occurred around 7:45 am, within the dedicated Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lane, according to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA). The crash left at least 10 people injured. Emergency responders acted quickly, […]

DJ Cuppy Dedicates Her Life to God and Celebrates Baptism Ceremony

Famous DJ and billionaire’s daughter, Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, recently took a major step in her spiritual journey by dedicating her life to God. The well-loved disc jockey was baptized in a meaningful ceremony and proudly shared photos of the event with her followers on Friday, August 23, 2024. DJ Cuppy, known […]

Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun Sworn-in as CJN by Tinubu

Justice Kekere-Ekun took her oaths at 11:38am and moments later, at 11:45am, she took her rightful place in the Council Chambers, sitting to the left of the President. In a historic ceremony held at the State House in Abuja on Friday, President Bola Tinubu administered the oath of office to Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, formally inaugurating […]