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Teen accused of r@ing disabled 10-year-old brother remanded in custody

An 18-year-old man has been remanded in custody for allegedly sexually assaulting his 10-year-old disabled brother in Ga-Kopa, Tafelkop, Limpopo, South Africa. The case was heard at the Groblersdal Magistrate’s Court and postponed until March 18 for a formal bail application. The alleged incident occurred on February 26 while the mother was attending a funeral. […]

No going back on cashless policy at airports – Keyamo

Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation, has reiterated that Nigeria’s airports will fully transition to a cashless payment system, despite the current temporary hybrid arrangement allowing both cash and electronic payments. The move aims to modernize airport revenue collection and comply with federal government directives. Keyamo explained that the hybrid system is only temporary while authorities […]

I’ll never do it again – Anambra popular native doctor begs for leniency

Nnewi-based native doctor, Ikechukwu John Paul, popularly called Aka Mmuo, has begged Charles Soludo for leniency after his arrest for allegedly performing rituals. Authorities accused him of carrying out ceremonies, including ritual baths for internet fraudsters, also known as Yahoo Boys. Following his parade by local security operatives, Aka Mmuo expressed remorse, stating he was […]

Tinubu met what can be described as a foamy economy – Akpabio

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said that Bola Ahmed Tinubu inherited what he described as a “foamy economy” when he assumed office in 2023. Akpabio made the remark in Abuja during the inauguration of a committee for the ruling All Progressives Congress. According to Akpabio, the current administration met serious economic challenges and had to […]

Tinubu establishes presidential taskforce to design new reforms in petroleum sector

President Bola Tinubu has established a presidential taskforce to design new reforms in Nigeria’s petroleum sector. The move aims to improve efficiency, enhance transparency, and boost investment in the energy industry. The taskforce will review existing policies, identify bottlenecks, and propose actionable strategies to modernize the sector. It will also engage stakeholders, including oil companies, […]

Lagos govt gives building owners deadline to register elevators or face decommissioning

The Lagos State Government has ordered all building owners to register and certify elevators in their properties, warning that unregistered units may be decommissioned after March 31, 2026. The directive aims to prevent accidents amid the city’s high-rise construction boom. Lanre Mojola, CEO of the Lagos State Safety Commission, explained that elevators must be properly […]

2027: Senate not for new comers, homeboys – Chief Essien

Former Minister of Lands and Urban Development, Nduese Essien, has advised voters to prioritize experienced leaders when electing representatives to the National Assembly of Nigeria. He said the Senate requires lawmakers with strong knowledge of governance and legislative work. Essien made the remarks while receiving members of the Mkpat Enin Elders and Stakeholders Forum in […]

Lagos residents protest epileptic power supply

Residents of Lagos staged a protest on Friday over continued electricity outages, describing the power situation as unreliable and frustrating. Many said the poor supply has made everyday life and business activities extremely difficult across the city. Videos shared online showed youths marching through the Fadeyi area while carrying placards and chanting for stable electricity. […]

Count Peter Obi out of transactional politics – POMR fires back at Bwala

The Peter Obi Media Reach has rejected claims that Peter Obi attempted to reach out to presidential spokesman Daniel Bwala. The group said Obi should not be linked with what it described as “transactional politics.” In a statement issued by its spokesman, Ibrahim Umar, POMR described Bwala’s allegation as false and misleading. The group said […]

Navy destroys illegal crude oil storage site in Rivers

The Nigerian Navy has destroyed an illegal crude oil storage facility discovered in Rivers State as part of its ongoing fight against oil theft in the Niger Delta. The operation was carried out during routine patrol activities aimed at stopping illegal refining and environmental damage. Naval officials said the illegal site was used to store […]