NBS Allocates N35m For Cybersecurity Amid Post-Hack Recovery
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has proposed ₦35 million in its 2025 budget to enhance cybersecurity. This step follows a cyberattack on its website on December 18, 2024. The attack happened shortly after the bureau released a report on crime and security in Nigeria. In the report, the NBS disclosed that Nigerians paid ₦2.23 […]
2.1 tons Cocaine Seizure: Four Drug Lords Including A Jamaican Sentenced To Get 28yrs Imprisonment, Forfeit VGC Houses, N67M, $50,000
In a historic win against drug trafficking in Nigeria, four drug lords have been sentenced to a combined 28 years in prison for smuggling over 2.1 tons of cocaine. The operation, carried out by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), uncovered the cocaine in Ikorodu, Lagos, making it the largest seizure in Nigeria’s history. […]
South African Man Celebrates As He Becomes The First Person To Bring A Ferrari To His Village At The Age Of 29
Success stories often inspire us, and DJ Coach, a 29-year-old South African, has given his village a reason to celebrate. He made history by becoming the first person to bring a Ferrari to his hometown, marking an extraordinary milestone. DJ Coach’s achievement doesn’t stop there. Alongside the Ferrari, he also purchased an Aston Martin, showcasing […]
The Nigerian Police Have Refused To Release Speed Darlington Despite The Explicit Order Of The Court – Deji Adeyanju Laments
Nigerian lawyer and human rights activist, Deji Adeyanju, has raised concerns over the police’s refusal to release popular singer Speed Darlington. This comes after the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered his release on Monday, December 23. Police Detention Since NovemberSpeed Darlington has been in police custody since November 27, following his re-arrest in Owerri, […]
President Tinubu Condoles Jigawa Gov Over Mother’s Death
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent his condolences to Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State following the death of his mother, Hajiya Maryam. Hajiya Maryam passed away on Wednesday, December 25, and was buried in Kafin Hausa, the governor’s hometown, according to Islamic traditions. In a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information […]
Okowa: EFCC Arrests Delta State Accountant-General
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Delta State’s Accountant-General, Mrs. Joy Enwa, as part of a high-profile investigation into the alleged mismanagement of N1.3 trillion during the administration of former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa. The investigation centers around funds from the 13% derivation allocated to oil-producing states. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale disclosed that […]
Ogun Gov Appoints Former Commissioner As Chief Of Staff
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has named Oluwatoyin Taiwo as his new Chief of Staff. Taiwo, who previously served as the Deputy Chief of Staff, officially received his appointment letter on Wednesday. The statement added, “The appointment, according to the letter, took effect from 18th December 2024. “The governor, while congratulating the new Chief of Staff, […]
Police Arrest Ex-convict For Armed Robbery Two Days After Release From Jail
In a shocking turn of events, the Edo State Police Command arrested an ex-convict, John Agbontean, for allegedly attempting to rob a church just two days after being released from prison. The robbery attempt took place at the Restoration Gospel Ministry, located on Oviasuyi Street, off Ogiemwenke, in Benin City. According to SP Moses Joel […]
Trump takes a swipe at Barack Obama on Christmas Day with interesting meme
On Christmas morning, former President Donald Trump stirred attention by sharing a meme aimed at former President Barack Obama. The post was part of a rapid one-hour spree on Truth Social, where Trump shared 34 updates. The meme featured a photo of Trump smirking at Obama during his 2017 inauguration. Its caption read, “When you […]
We’ll Diminish APC Just Like PDP In 2027 – Kwankwaso
Former presidential candidate Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has expressed confidence that his party will significantly cut the votes of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State during the 2027 elections. Speaking at his residence in Kano during a meeting with stakeholders from Tsanyawa Local Government Area, Kwankwaso addressed former councillors and senior special advisers who […]