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WPG completes N360 billion sale of Eko Disco stake to Transgrid
Transgrid Enerco Limited has completed its acquisition of a 60% controlling stake in Eko Electricity Distribution Company in a deal valued at approximately N360 billion. This is according to multiple sources familiar with the matter who spoke exclusively to Nairametrics. The transaction, which was expected to close by April 2025, was finalized December 30th, marking […]
Kebbi explosion not caused by bomb- Police
The Kebbi State Police Command has clarified that the explosion at General Hospital, Bagudo, on December 30, 2025, was not caused by a bomb or helicopter, as circulating rumours suggested. Police investigations, aided by Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (EOD-CBRN) experts, determined that the blast was triggered by overheated gas cylinders […]
39 Fleeing Suspected Terrorists Arrested In Ondo Forest
The Ondo State Security Network, also known as the Amotekun Corps, has apprehended 39 fleeing suspected terrorists in Ondo Forest. Operatives of the Amotekun Corps arrested the suspected terrorists at Elegbeka Forest in Ose Local Government Area of the state. The Corps Commandant of the Amotekun in the state, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, disclosed this while […]
Two Dead As Anthony Joshua Convoy Crashes In Ogun
Renowned British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a ghastly road accident today along the Makun expressway in Ogun State. Sources say the crash resulted in the deaths of two individuals. According to eyewitnesses, Joshua’s vehicle, a Lexus Jeep with the license plate KRD 850 HN, collided with a stationary truck. Preliminary reports indicate the […]
10 feared killed as explosions rock Zamfara
No fewer than 10 people were feared killed as implosive devices, suspected to be bombs, exploded along Magami-Dansadau road, causing panic in the area. An eyewitness who was en route to the area, Mallam Yunusa, said the explosion rocked three places along the road, involving a trailer loaded with grains. According to him, they were […]
Four hikers found dead in Greece
Four hikers have been found dead in Greece’s Vardousia Mountains after being swept away by an avalanche on Christmas Day. According to the Greek state broadcaster, ERT, the hikers — three men and one woman — were tragically found dead on Friday evening after a large-scale search in the mountainous region of Fokida. Fire service […]
Nasarawa Governor Frees 32 Inmates
Governor Abdullahi Sule has granted pardon to 32 inmates serving various jail terms in custodial centres across Nasarawa. The governor disclosed this on Saturday during a visit to the Lafia Custodial Centre as part of activities marking his 66th birthday. Mr Sule urged the beneficiaries to live responsible lives and conduct themselves in ways that […]
FG graduates 7,000 forest guards across seven states
The Federal Government has announced the graduation of more than 7,000 newly recruited forest guards drawn from seven frontline states after completing a three-month training programme under the Presidential Forest Guards Initiative. The graduation ceremonies were held on December 27, 2025, in Borno, Sokoto, Yobe, Adamawa, Niger, Kwara and Kebbi states. The initiative, launched in […]
ADC slams Tinubu over US airstrikes, demands casualty report
The African Democratic Congress has weighed in on the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) airstrikes in Sokoto State, emphasising the urgent need for Nigeria to address its domestic security challenges. Spokesperson for the African Democratic Congress, Bolaji Abdullahi wrote on X on Friday, “President Bola Tinubu has outsourced his most important constitutional responsibility, effectively taking a […]
Gombe governor sacks aides over attack on councillor
Gomber governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has sacked four of his aides over physical assault on Hon. Abdulrahman Abubakar Sheriff, the Councillor representing Shamaki Ward in Gombe Local Government Area of the state. The attack on Sheriff captured on video had gone viral on the internet some days ago. Yahaya sacked the aides based on the […]