Fire guts GGSS staff quarters in Katsina
A fire outbreak has destroyed parts of the staff quarters at the Government Girls Secondary School (GGSS) in Katsina State. The incident happened suddenly and caused significant damage to some residential buildings within the school premises. Residents and school staff were alerted by smoke and quickly raised an alarm. Firefighters and local volunteers responded to […]
Banning sachet alcohol not enough, govt should licence sellers – Lawyer
A Nigerian lawyer has argued that banning sachet alcohol alone is not enough to solve the problems linked to its misuse. According to him, the government should instead introduce a proper licensing system for sellers to ensure better control and accountability in the market. The lawyer explained that outright bans often drive the trade underground, […]
Court remands ex-AGF Malami in Kuje Prison
A court has ordered that former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, be remanded in Kuje Correctional Centre while legal proceedings continue in a case brought before it. The order followed his appearance in court over allegations that have not yet been fully determined. According to reports, the court decided that Malami should be kept […]
Power restored to all parts of Nigeria after system disturbance – NISO
The Nigerian Electricity Supply Operator (NISO) has confirmed that electricity has been fully restored to all parts of the country following a system disturbance. The incident briefly affected power supply in several regions, causing temporary blackouts. NISO explained that the disruption occurred due to technical challenges within the national grid. Teams of engineers were quickly […]
MACBAN claims local militias shot five Fulani youths in Plateau
The Plateau State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has reported that five Fulani youths were shot and seriously injured on Saturday evening in Jos South Local Government Area. The group alleged that the attack was carried out by suspected local militias and described it as an unprovoked act of […]
Kebbi Police Confirm 8 Killed In Shanga Attacks, Launch Manhunt
The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed that eight people were killed after gunmen carried out attacks on three villages in Shanga Local Government Area of the state. The affected villages are Kaiwa, Gelawu, and Gebbe, where residents were caught by surprise as the attackers struck without warning. The attacks caused fear and confusion in […]
Anthony Joshua accident: Tinubu gives update after conversation with boxer
President Bola Tinubu has given an update on the condition of British-Nigerian boxing star Anthony Joshua after speaking with him following his recent road accident in Ogun State. The President said he personally reached out to Joshua to check on his wellbeing and to express concern over the incident. According to Tinubu, Joshua is in […]
Beware of fake condoms in markets – NAFDAC warns Nigerians
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians to be careful about fake and substandard condoms being sold in some markets across the country. The agency said these fake products can easily tear, fail to protect users, and increase the risk of unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. NAFDAC […]
I stand with you – Atiku reacts to Anthony Joshua’s accident in Ogun
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has reacted with sympathy after news broke that world boxing star Anthony Joshua was in a road accident in Ogun State yesterday. In a post on his official X account, Atiku said he was deeply saddened by the crash, which happened along the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in the Makun area. He […]
Four feared dead in Nasarawa-Eggon carnival accident
Tragedy struck during a carnival in Nasarawa-Eggon Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, as four people were feared dead in an accident. The incident occurred amidst the festivities, causing panic among participants and onlookers. Eyewitnesses reported that the accident happened unexpectedly during the parade, leading to injuries and the loss of lives. Emergency responders rushed to […]