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Zamfara group demands governor’s resignation over insecurity

A civic group in Northwest Nigeria has demanded the resignation of Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, accusing him of failing to fulfill his campaign promises. The group, known as the Coalition for Good Governance and Accountability in the North-West (COGGAN), expressed frustration over the government’s poor handling of insecurity and the education sector. In a […]

Nigerian Senate to criminalise ripening of fruits with chemicals

The Nigerian Senate is working to make it illegal for fruit sellers to use harmful chemicals like calcium carbide to ripen fruits faster. This is part of a new plan to protect the health of people who buy and eat these fruits. Many lawmakers have spoken out, saying that this chemical ripening method is dangerous. […]

EPL: ‘You irritate me’ – Roy Keane slams Liverpool’s attitude after winning trophy

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has expressed his anger about how Liverpool behaved after becoming Premier League champions. Keane believes Liverpool did not act with class after winning the title. He pointed out that the attitude of Arne Slot’s team was disappointing and not professional. Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, Keane said […]

DSS denies involvement in Nnamdi Kanu’s arrest in Kenya

The Department of State Services (DSS) has said it had no role in the arrest of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), in Kenya. The DSS made it clear that it only operates within Nigeria. It said its job does not include working outside the country. This statement was […]

Federal High Court adjourns human rights suit against Anambra govt

A Federal High Court sitting in Awka, the capital city of Anambra State, has postponed a human rights case brought by Lake Petroleum Limited against the Anambra State government. The case is now set to continue on June 26, 2025. Mr. Emeka Orji, who is the Chairman of Onitsha South Local Government Area, is also […]

Police arrests 25 suspects in connection with attack on DPO in Gombe

The police in Gombe State have arrested 25 people connected to a violent attack on the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Kwadon Division, CSP Adamu Alhaji-Idi. The attack happened while the officer was doing his duties in Kwadon town. According to DSP Buhari Abdullahi, the Police Public Relations Officer, the officer was hurt by a […]