Police arrest four over alleged murder of man lured by girlfriend in Sokoto
The Sokoto State Police Command has apprehended four suspects, including a woman, in connection with the brutal killing of a young man who was allegedly lured into a trap by his girlfriend. The shocking incident occurred on October 4, 2025, in Gidan Kacha, Gada Local Government Area of Sokoto State. According to the Command’s spokesperson, […]
Lagos: Festac DPO, Matilda Ngbaronye is dead
The Lagos State Police Command has been thrown into mourning following the death of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Matilda Umiah Ngbaronye, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of the Festac Division. Reports confirm that the respected officer passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025, at an undisclosed hospital in the Surulere area of Lagos State. […]
Otti backs NDLEA’s moves to end drug trafficking in Abia
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has expressed strong support for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in its ongoing campaign against drug abuse and trafficking. The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to working with the Federal Government to eliminate the menace and strengthen legislative measures that deter offenders. Governor Otti made this known while […]
Power outage hits Yobe as suspected terrorists destroy electricity towers
Yobe State has been plunged into darkness following the destruction of key electricity towers by suspected Boko Haram terrorists in Katarko village, located in Gujba Local Government Area of the state. The attack has disrupted power supply across several communities, forcing residents to adapt to blackout conditions once again. The Yobe Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC) […]
Obasanjo holds memorial service for late wife, Stella, says she lived serving others
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has paid tribute to his late wife and former First Lady, Mrs. Stella Obasanjo, twenty years after her passing. A memorial service in her honour was held on Saturday at the Chapel of Christ the King of Glory, within the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Stella […]
Dangote announces fresh conditions for NNPCL to increase stake in $20bn refinery
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has laid out new conditions for the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to expand its stake in the $20 billion Dangote Refinery. According to Dangote, the state oil company can only increase its share after the refinery has fully demonstrated its capacity and entered the next phase of growth. […]
EPL: Iwobi becomes first Nigerian player to make 300 appearances
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has made history by becoming the first Nigerian footballer to record 300 appearances in the English Premier League. The Super Eagles star reached the milestone on Saturday during Fulham’s clash against Newcastle United at St James’ Park. Iwobi, aged 29, made his Premier League debut back in October 2015 for Arsenal […]
EPL Table: Sunderland goes second after shock 2-1 win at Chelsea
Newly promoted Sunderland pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the Premier League season so far, defeating Chelsea 2-1 at Stamford Bridge on Saturday to move into second place on the league table. The Black Cats, who earned promotion through the Championship playoffs, have continued to impress in the top flight with strong performances […]
Electoral Reform: ‘Let power return to our people’ — Group on Senator Obiorah’s INEC Independence Bill
A faith-based and community development organisation in Zaria, Kaduna State, Fityanatul Islam Gabari, has thrown its full support behind the proposed INEC Independence Bill sponsored by Senator Ikechukwu Obiorah, describing it as a step toward restoring power to the people and ensuring credible elections in Nigeria. Speaking at a press briefing in Kaduna, the group’s […]
Lagos completes final pipe installation in Adiyan II Water Project
The Lagos State Government has successfully completed the installation of the final Ductile Cast Iron (DCI) pipe in the ongoing Adiyan II Water Project, marking a major step forward in efforts to expand access to clean and safe water for millions of residents. This milestone underscores the government’s dedication to improving the city’s water infrastructure […]