June 2, 2024
Severe Rainstorm Claims Four Lives at North East Trade Fair in Bauchi
At least four traders lost their lives due to a severe rainstorm with strong winds at the IBB Square in Bauchi State, the venue of the recently concluded North East Trade Fair. The storm, which began on Saturday night, led to the deaths of two people on site and caused significant damage to the Gombe […]
Three injured in Osun multiple car crash
Three persons sustained severe injuries while two others escaped unhurt in a multiple accident which occurred on Sunday morning in Osun. According to a First Information Report, FIR, issued by the Federal Road Safety Commission, FRSC, Osun State Sector Commander, Inyang Umoh, the crash occurred along the Ilesa-Akure route at the Igbelajewa bend, 15 kilometres […]
Man beats girlfriend, kills bystander who attempted to intervene
A 27-year-old man named Jordan Talley, hailing from Georgia in the United States, has been arrested for assaulting his girlfriend and causing the death of a man who intervened during the altercation. As reported by Fox News, Talley is facing charges of manslaughter and domestic battery following the incident, which occurred on March 31 in […]
Lagos govt delivers newly built station to Epe Marine Police
The Lagos State Government (LASG) has unveiled a newly constructed police station at the Epe Marine Division and handed over a 12-room bungalow to the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) in Badagry. The former police station at the Epe Marine Division was slated for demolition due to its interference with ongoing construction projects. Speaking at the […]
Why my administration hasn’t awarded new contracts -Plateau gov
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has expressed concern over numerous abandoned projects left behind by previous administrations across the state. Speaking with journalists in Jos on Friday as part of the activities marking his first year in office, Mutfwang revealed that his administration has not awarded any new contracts over the past year. Instead, the […]
Super Eagles Advised to Mime National Anthem Ahead of World Cup Qualifier
Players of the Super Eagles have been advised to mime the newly reintroduced National Anthem rather than worry about singing it during the CAF World Cup qualifying match against South Africa at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on June 7. This advice came from concerned Nigerians in response to a Facebook post by […]
Hungry Nigerian students in UK seeking help from food charity
The economic downturn in Nigeria has left many international students in the United Kingdom struggling to afford tuition fees, with some at Teesside University being blocked from their studies and ordered to return home. Debbie Fixter, manager at Thornaby’s Sprouts Community Food Charity (SCFC), reported that 75% of the charity’s clients are affected students, pushing […]
Bauchi State Commissioner Ahmed Jalam Dies in Auto Crash
Bauchi State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Ahmed Jalam, has passed away in an auto crash along the Misau-Darazo Road on Saturday. His driver also perished in the accident. They were traveling to Jalam’s hometown in Dambam Local Government Area when the tragic incident occurred. Governor Bala Mohammed expressed deep sorrow over the […]
Osun launches maiden climate action plan
Osun State Government has said work is progressing on its first Climate Action Plan which would provide a guide for public, private businesses, and households on actions needed to reduce the state’s greenhouse gas emissions. Commenting on the plan in a statement obtained in Osogbo on Saturday, a consultant to the state governor on Climate […]
PDP South-West Praises Governor Seyi Makinde
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the South-West Zone has commended Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde for the construction and inauguration of the 76.67km Iseyi-Fapote-Ogbomoso Alao Akala Road. PDP South-West Publicity Secretary, Chief Sanya Atofarati, expressed satisfaction with “the remarkable development witnessed in Oyo State over the past five years under the leadership of Governor […]