Osun ongoing projects won’t affect ‘stomach infrastructure’ – Adeleke
The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has said his administration’s ongoing infrastructure projects would not make him abandon ‘stomach infrastructure’ for the people of the state. The term ‘stomach infrastructure’ in government circles in Nigeria means taking care of loyalists…
Crisis at Aces School: Father attacks teacher over alleged beating of daughter
A crisis erupted at Aces Nursery, Primary, and Secondary School in Abuja when a father, Muhammed Jimeta, assaulted a teacher, Sekinat Adedeji, for allegedly beating his daughter, Karima Jimeta. The incident occurred on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.Sekinat Adedeji recounted that…
Tension as Police kill 2 in Ekiti
In Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, a heartbreaking incident unfolded on Tuesday evening, resulting in the unintended deaths of two young men in the Omisanjana area, the bustling hub of the state capital. At approximately 10:30 p.m., a mishap occurred, triggering anger…
Minister David Umahi Denies Allegations of Snubbing Journalists
Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi, refutes claims of ignoring journalists invited to his ministry’s press conference in Abuja. Umahi clarifies the situation, stating that scheduling conflicts and miscommunications with his media aide led to the absence of journalists during…
Rivers State High Court Vacates Seats of Defecting Lawmakers
In a recent ruling, the Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt declared the seats of 25 lawmakers, who switched from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), vacant. Presiding Judge Hon. Justice Charles Wali also…
Two Robbery Suspects Sustain Severe Injuries Attempting Escape from Court
Two robbery suspects, aged 27, suffer life-threatening injuries after leaping from a two-storey building in a bid to evade authorities at an Ibadan Magistrate Court. Held in Agodi Correctional Centre since 2023, the suspects, awaiting trial, underestimated the height of…
FRSC corps marshal redeploys senior officers
Shehu Mohammed, the newly appointed Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps, enacted changes on Wednesday by redeploying five senior officers. This strategic maneuver aims to boost the corps’ efficiency and streamline its operations.The reshuffling involves three Assistant Corps…
Terrorist Attack Claims 12 Lives, Leaves 20 Injured in Kaduna
A tragic incident unfolded on Wednesday in Maro Ward, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, as terrorists reportedly killed 12 individuals. Twenty others sustained injuries of varying severity and were rushed to a nearby hospital for urgent medical treatment….
Anambra Police Arrest Suspect Enforcing Illegal Sit-at-Home Order
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a suspect involved in enforcing an “illegal” sit-at-home order at the Oba flyover in Idemili South Local Government Area. In a statement on Thursday, state police spokesman SP Tochukwu Ikenga reported that the…
Gombe Governor Distributes New Vehicles to Local Government Chairmen
On Wednesday, Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Yahaya presented brand-new Toyota Hilux vehicles to the 11 local government chairmen in the state. During a brief ceremony at Government House in Gombe, Yahaya reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring local governments operate effectively…