May 11, 2025
Nigerian Army Arrests 12 Terrorists in Kwara
The Nigerian Army said it has arrested at least twelve persons in connection with acts of terrorism carried out by a breakaway group of the Boko-Haram insurgents known as “Mahmuda,” which reportedly occupied the Kanji Lake National Park in Northern parts of Kwara state. The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 2 Division, Major General Obinna Onubogu, […]
Ondo Guber: NNPP Gov candidate, Edema, dumps party
The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) governorship candidate for the 2024 off-cycle election in Ondo State, Olugbenga Edema, has resigned from the party. Edema’s resignation comes just days after the Appeal Court dismissed his suit challenging the victory of the incumbent governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and his deputy, Dr. Olayide Adelami. Recall that the Appeal Court, […]
Air Peace plane crashes into antelope in another near-miss incident
An Air Peace aircraft operating a domestic flight from Lagos on Saturday ran into and killed a straying antelope on the runway, although it landed safely. It was gathered that the incident, which happened at the Asaba Airport on Saturday, temporarily delayed other flights to allow for safety inspections on the aircraft and the removal […]
NDLEA arrests woman hiding cocaine in private part at Port Harcourt airport
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested a woman, Ihensekhien Obehi, at the Port Harcourt International Airport for attempting to smuggle cocaine to Iran using a bizarre concealment method involving her private part, stomach, and handbag. Obehi, who was disguised in a hijab, was apprehended on Sunday, 3rd May 2025, while trying […]
20-ft container falls, kills two dispatch riders in Lagos
Two dispatch riders have lost their lives after a 20-feet container fell on them during a collision involving two fully loaded Mack trucks on Eko Bridge inward Alaka on Sunday. The Lagos State Transport Management Agency disclosed this tragic incident in a statement signed and released by its spokesperson, Adebayo Taofiq, on Sunday. LASTMA stated […]
Ekiti: Justice Aladejana raises alarm over appointment of substantive chief judge
One of Ekiti State’s longest-serving judicial officers, Justice Babajide Aladejana has raised alarm over his exclusion from the shortlist of nominees forwarded to the National Judicial Council (NJC) for appointment as the next Chief Judge of Ekiti State. The exclusion, according to him, not only contravenes judicial seniority convention but also echoes a painful chapter […]
NSCDC seals illegal refinery, seizes petroleum products in Anambra
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State chapter, has uncovered an illegal artisanal refinery and illegal petrol station at Y-Junction, Nkwelle Ezunaka in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State. In a statement released on Sunday, the Head Media and TacticalNSCDC, Anambra State Command, Okadigbo Edwin, said the operation was carried out in […]
2027: I’m not returning to villa, I’ll campaign with Remi Tinubu — Patience Jonathan
Former First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, has ruled out any return to Aso Rock Villa, declaring instead that she will campaign alongside the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The ex-First Lady, known for her candid views, threw her weight behind the principle of rotational leadership, describing the “turn-by-turn” model […]
Anambra, Lagos lead in UTME malpractices
Data obtained from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has revealed that Anambra and Lagos states have the majority among the 80 suspects being interrogated by the police for their involvement in 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination malpractices. The JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, during a press briefing at JAMB headquarters in Abuja on Friday […]
Nollywood stars, Enado Odigie, Tola Odunsi hold traditional wedding in Benin
Prominent Nigerian filmmaker Tola Odunsi has traditionally tied the knot with actress Enado Odigie. The celebrity couple held their traditional marriage on Saturday in Benin, Edo State. The ceremony was attended by close family and industry colleagues, including Hilda Baci, Sharon Ooja, Bisola Aiyeola, Sola Sobowale, and Osas Ighodaro, among others. The couple, who celebrated […]