In commemoration of World Drug Day, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kaduna revealed that its operatives had apprehended 420 suspects and confiscated 10,599.97kg of illicit drugs. The state commander, Ibrahim Braji, shared these statistics during a media … Continue reading NDLEA seizes 10,000kg of heroin, cocaine, tramadol and meth in Kaduna
Residents of Unguwar Ma’aji, a community in Kaduna, the state capital, have raised concerns about the seizure of their lands and houses by officials from the Kaduna Geographical Information Service (KADGIS). The residents consider this seizure to be illegal and … Continue reading Residents of Kaduna community cry out over seizure of houses and land by government officials
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, a renowned Nigerian actress known as Omosexy, has highlighted that Nollywood played a significant role in introducing the Nigerian entertainment industry to the world even before the rise of Afrobeats. In a post on her Instagram page, … Continue reading Nollywood showcased Nigerian entertainment to the world before Afrobeats – Omotola Jalade
The Presidential Election Petitions Court has accepted certified copies of President Bola Tinubu’s academic and work records, which were presented by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Atiku Abubakar. The documents consist of Tinubu’s B.Sc certificate from Chicago … Continue reading Tribunal accepts Chicago University and NYSC certificates as evidence against Tinubu
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has affirmed the country’s dedication to eliminating the variant poliovirus by the end of this year. During a meeting attended by governors under the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, … Continue reading FG is determined to end polio by December – Shettima
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has disclosed that financial crimes associated with the telecommunications industry have resulted in Nigerians losing approximately N12.5 billion over a span of four years. Dr. Al-kasim Umar, the Director of Consumer Affairs at the NCC, … Continue reading Nigerians lose N12.5bn to telecom related financial crimes in four year period – NCC
Two men have been apprehended by the Kaduna State Police command for reportedly swapping the ATM card of an unsuspecting victim. In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Mohammed Jalige, the public is urged to … Continue reading Two suspects arrested in Kaduna over ATM card fraud
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres accuses Russia of killing 136 children in Ukraine in 2022, according to a report submitted to the UN Security Council. The report also claims that Russian armed forces and affiliated groups injured 518 children, launched 480 … Continue reading Russian military used children as human shields, resulting in 136 deaths – UN
Ikedi Ohakim, the former governor of Imo State, has denied a report claiming that he was leading a rebellion against the current governor, Hope Uzodimma. The report alleged that Ohakim was upset with Uzodimma for not supporting his aspirations to … Continue reading Ohakim denies leading revolt against Uzodimma
Tech moguls Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk, engaged in a heated business rivalry, have taken their competition to a new level with a playful challenge to fight each other in a cage. After Musk hinted at launching a text-based social … Continue reading Musk and Zuckerberg set to challenge each other to a cage fight
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called for the postponement of the planned increase in electricity tariffs, set for July 1, in order to protect the collective well-being and safety of Nigerians. NLC President, Mr. Joe Ajaero, emphasized that the … Continue reading NLC calls on FG to postpone electricity tariff hike
The Chairman of the Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal in Cross River, Justice Oken Inneh, has revealed that the petitioner and the 1st respondent are expected to present a total of 20 witnesses during the proceedings. Among these witnesses, 17 will … Continue reading 20 witnesses summoned to election tribunal in Calabar
A suspect, Okwo Mark, has been sentenced by a Federal Capital Territory High Court to three months in prison for impersonating an American citizen, Stella Coleman, who works as an FBI agent. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned … Continue reading Another fraudster jailed for impersonating an FBI agent
Bolatito, the wife of Timothy Adegoke, a postgraduate student at Obafemi Awolowo University who tragically passed away at Hilton Hotel in Osun State, expresses her deep longing for her husband. She reflects on his role as a provider for their … Continue reading “I miss my husband every day” – Wife of OAU student who was murdered
The Debt Management Office (DMO) predicts that Nigeria’s total public debt could reach N81.64tn this year, based on its 2022 Debt Sustainability Analysis Report. The report reveals that the increase in total public debt-to-GDP ratio from 23.4% in September 2022 … Continue reading Nigeria’s debt approaching N81tn raises concerns for DMO due to low revenue
South Korean telecommunications company KT Corp has set an ambitious target of generating KRW1 trillion ($773.1 million) from its Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based services by 2025. To achieve this, the company plans to invest $5.4 billion in its AI business by … Continue reading South Korean firm KT corp plans $5.4 billion investment in AI
During a conference in Abuja, Rev. Fr. Matthew Hassan Kukah, the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, expressed concern about the prevalent fear and insecurity experienced by Nigerians, particularly during travel. He emphasized the urgent need to find sustainable solutions to … Continue reading Nigerians live in absolute fear over insecurity – Bishop Kukah
Governor Babatunde Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State had a meeting with Governor Alex Otti of Abia State at the State House in Marina, Lagos. The purpose of the meeting was not explicitly stated, but Governor Sanwo-Olu, a member of the All … Continue reading Sanwo-Olu welcomes Abia state governor for collaborative talks
An associate pastor of the Living Faith Church, Temidayo Eseyin, has been arraigned by the Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for allegedly defrauding Landmark University, Kwara State, of N19.3 million. Eseyin, a lawyer and … Continue reading Pastor faces charges for allegedly defrauding Kwara university of N19.3m
Magixx, the Nigerian singer also known as Alexander Adelabu, has confidently asserted that he is still a virgin. The Mavin Records artist made this revelation as a guest on the program Trending, hosted by reality star Kimoprah, on Hip TV. … Continue reading I’m a virgin – Magixx
Grammy award-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy, whose real name is Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, has achieved a historic milestone as the first African artist to surpass one billion streams on the global streaming platform Audiomack. The announcement was made by Audiomack … Continue reading Burna Boy sets record with 1 billion Audiomack streams, becomes first African artiste
The Enugu State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has issued an order for Governor Peter Mbah to appear before it to testify about the alleged forgery of his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge certificate. The order was made in response … Continue reading Enugu tribunal summons governor Mbah to appear on Friday regarding alleged certificate forgery
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed its willingness to welcome former governor Nyesom Wike if he chooses to defect to their party. Chief Tony Okocha, a chieftain of the APC and former Chief of … Continue reading We’re set to adopt Wike into our party – APC
Bill Gates, co-founder of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, has emphasized the need for improved healthcare budgeting by both the federal and state governments in Nigeria. Speaking at the Youth Innovation Forum in Lagos, Gates expressed concern over the … Continue reading Nigeria spends not more than $10 per citizen on health annually – Bill Gates
UK-based Nigerian filmmaker Ogo Okpue has been awarded the Best Director title, along with Bryan Keith Montgomery Jnr., at the 2023 American Black Film Festival (ABFF) for his film “A Song From The Dark.” Okpue expressed his excitement, stating that … Continue reading Nigerian filmmaker Ogo Okpue takes home best director award in the U.S.
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