Police rescue five kidnapped worshippers in Delta
The Delta State Police Command has rescued five abducted worshippers following a raid on the kidnappers’ hideout in Ubuluku Forest. The police also recovered N1.3 million, believed to be ransom money, during the operation. The pastor of the church was shot and is still receiving treatment in the hospital, while the victims, members of Elyon […]
Army renames Ikeja Cantonment to honour Gen. Lagbaja
…Sanwo-Olu, CDS Musa, others extol late COAS virtues The Nigerian Army, yesterday, honoured the late Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja by renaming the Cantonment after him. The popular Ikeja Cantonment is now to be known as T.A. Lagbaja Cantonment, Ikeja. The renaming ceremony which was held yesterday followed impressive facility upgrades […]
Why Supreme Court sacked Rivers LG Chairmen, restored pro-Wike lawmakers
•Apex court stops Rivers from receiving statutory monthly allocations•End of reign of impunity in Rivers —FCT minister, Wike•We’re evaluating the situation to determine our next steps— Gov Fubara•It’s a declaration of war on Rivers —APC Chieftain, Eze ABUJA— The Supreme Court dealt a heavy blow to Governor Siminalaye Fubara of Rivers State on Friday, as […]
10 Companies Invest $466m In Nasarawa
The ongoing investment drive by the Nasarawa State government is yielding results with about 10 companies injecting $466 million in various sectors of its economy in 2024. The feat is outside the $767 million worth of investments promised by nine companies in form of declarations of intent or memorandums of understanding among others within the […]
JUST IN: Zelensky not ready for peace if US is involved, says Trump
United States President Donald Trump says his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelensky, is not ready for peace. Trump spoke in a social media post after a meeting between him and Zelensky ended in a shouting match on Friday. The two leaders were discussing efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war, but Trump said Zelensky disrespected the “United […]
Tinubu signs N54.99trn 2025 Budget into law
President Bola Tinubu has signed the 2025 Appropriation Bill of ₦54.99 trillion into law. The signing ceremony took place on Friday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, in the presence of the leadership of the National Assembly and other senior government officials. The budget was passed by both chambers of the National Assembly on Thursday, February […]
Just In: Ramadan begins Saturday, says Sultan
The Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Sultan Sa’ad Abubakar III, has officially declared Saturday, March 1, 2025, as the first day of the Holy Month of Ramadan. Speaking from his palace on Friday evening, the Sultan announced that the crescent moon was sighted earlier in the day, Friday, February 28, corresponding to the 29th day […]
Katsina Hisbah Board Orders All Private Schools To Close For Ramadan Fast
Katsina State Hisbah Board has directed all private schools across the state to shut down services for the month of Ramadan. The government-backed institution responsible for enforcing Sharia law by Islamic principles, however, warned that non-compliance will not be tolerated. The commander-general of the board, Malam Aminu Usman who disclosed this in a statement issued […]
Breaking: Supreme Court Sacks Rivers Local Government Chairmen
The local government election conducted on the 5th of October 2024 by the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission has been declared invalid by the Supreme Court. In a judgment delivered by Justice Jamilu Tukur, the court declared the election invalid for grossly violating the Electoral Act. Reading the judgement, Justice Tukur said the action of […]
Lamborghini: Sophia Egbueje calls out Burna Boy for refusing to fulfill promise after sleeping with her
Popular Nigerian socialite Sophia Egbueje has called out singer Burna Boy for not fulfilling his promise after allegedly sleeping with her. Sophia accused Burna Boy of having a one-night stand with her and failing to fulfill his promise of buying her a Lamborghini. Recounting their encounter in a leaked audio recording between her and her […]