Former KASCO MD accuses Kano anti-corruption agency of defying court order
Dr. Bala Inuwa, the former Managing Director of the Kano State Agricultural Supply Company (KASCO), has accused the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission of ignoring a court order. According to Inuwa, the agency unlawfully seized his assets, including trailers, fertilizer grinding machines, and other agricultural equipment, even though a High Court had already […]
Navy Rescues Eight Police Officers And One Civilian As Boat Capsizes In Bayelsa
The Nigerian Navy has proven its readiness and professionalism by rescuing eight police officers and one civilian after a speedboat accident near the Agbura community in Bayelsa State. The group was on their way to Yenagoa when their journey took a dangerous turn. Their speedboat struck a hidden wreck underwater and capsized. Fortunately, Navy personnel […]
Nigeria police raises alarm over surge in missing persons
The Ogun State Police Command has raised an alarm over the growing number of missing persons in the state. According to the Police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, reports of missing people have increased significantly, with individuals of all ages affected. Sadly, only a few have been found, and many remain missing. To keep the community safe, […]
Nigerians knock AEDC, TCN as two-week darkness hits Abuja, Nasarawa
Residents of Abuja and Nasarawa have been left in darkness as a two-week power outage announced by the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) and the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) takes effect. The blackout, which started on Monday, January 6, 2025, has affected homes and businesses, leading to losses worth billions of Naira. AEDC and […]
No plan to destroy uncollected permanent voter cards – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed rumors about plans to destroy uncollected Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs). A recent newspaper article claimed that INEC was considering the destruction of over six million PVCs, some dating back to 2015. However, INEC has stated that this report is false. In a statement issued on Sunday, INEC […]
AEDC announces planned blackout in Abuja, gives reason
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has announced planned power interruptions in several parts of Abuja. These outages will take place from January 6 to January 21, 2025. According to AEDC, the disruptions are due to the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) relocating two major power lines: the 33KV DC Airport Feeder and the 132KV […]
Police launch investigation as Catholic priest shoots boy dead in Imo
A Catholic priest in Imo State has been accused of shooting and killing a boy after the boy set off firecrackers (knockouts) within a church premises. The tragic event has been confirmed by the Nigeria Police Force, although the identity of the priest and the boy remains undisclosed. Henry Okoye, the spokesperson for the Imo […]
Italy-based Nigerian businesswoman escapes death by whiskers as ex-husband allegedly sets her house ablaze in Edo
In a shocking incident on New Year’s Day, Tina Uyi, a 54-year-old businesswoman based in Italy, narrowly survived an alleged arson attack in Benin City, Edo State. Her ex-husband, Osaro Ahunwan, 55, reportedly set her house ablaze after she refused to let him inside. The incident occurred at Tina’s home on Iduomwina Street, Isihor community, […]
Drop me– Adeyanju mocks Tinubu over taking Nigeria to promised land remark
President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his government is committed to leading the country to the “promised land.” Speaking at his residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, Tinubu highlighted the National Assembly’s ongoing support over the past 19 months as a source of motivation for his administration. He declared, “We are determined, we are capable, and […]
2025 Census: Ohanaeze demands inclusion of ethnicity, religion
Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the foremost Igbo socio-cultural organization, has called on the Nigerian government to include ethnicity and religion in the 2025 National Population Census. The group believes that this will ensure accurate demographic data that reflects the country’s true diversity and helps address historical imbalances among ethnic groups. In a statement by its factional Secretary-General, […]