The Kaduna State Police Command has launched an investigation into an alleged assassination attempt on Senator Usman Lawal, representing Kaduna Central Senatorial Zone. A statement issued by the command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, revealed that the police are yet to receive a formal complaint from the senator but were alerted by a post … Read more
One of the chieftains of the All Progressive Congress, APC, Lauretta Onochie has taken to her official X account on Thursday to react after the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL invited former President, Olusegun Obasanjo to come and tour the Port-Harcourt Refinery and Warri Refinery. According to THE NATION, NNPCL invited the former President … Read more
A joyous occasion turned tragic in the Jahun Local Government Area of Jigawa State when a bride allegedly poisoned food served at her wedding reception. The incident reportedly left one guest dead and the groom critically ill. Eyewitnesses suggested that the bride’s actions may have stemmed from a personal vendetta, though the motive remains unconfirmed. … Read more
The Director General of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industries (LCCI), Dr. Chinyere Almona, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s New Year speech. Mrs. Almona said the President’s speech was right, especially the policies he highlighted in the speech. She, however, said only efficient and effective implementation can make the policies impact businesses and citizens. … Read more
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has paid a visit to former president, Olusegun Obasanjo. Naija News reported that Peter Obi had also paid visits to former military head of state, Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida and former president, Goodluck Jonathan. According to the Labour Party chieftain, the visits were to felicitate with them … Read more
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State reflected on the shift in political allegiance, noting how those who once vocally supported his mandate turned against him. He recalled how he was harshly criticized during that period but remained calm and assured. He stated that, with time, the situation would unfold and the truth would become clear, … Read more
Sheni, an electrician based in Lagos state, has been electrocuted while fixing some wiring connections at the UNILAG Estate in the Magodo area of Lagos state. Power restoration leads to tragic death of electrician The electrician tragically passed away on Thursday, January 2, at about 5:00pm on New Year’s Day. As reported by The Punch, … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced that the Port Harcourt Refinery, with a capacity of 150,000 barrels per day, and the Kaduna Refinery are currently undergoing a comprehensive renovation aimed at achieving world-class standards. According to the NNPCL, the work carried out on the 60,000 bpd Port Harcourt Refinery and Warri Refinery … Read more
MTN Nigeria has submitted a proposal to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) seeking approval for a 100% increase in service tariffs, citing mounting operational pressures. The company’s Chief Executive Officer, Karl Toriola, disclosed this during an interview with Arise TV, explaining that the move is aimed at ensuring the telecom sector’s sustainability amidst escalating costs. … Read more
In a report by The Punch, a violent incident marred the New Year celebrations in Abbi, Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta State, as a young man, identified as Oyeme Eguari, was killed in what appears to be a cult-related attack. The tragic event occurred on December 31, 2024, during a crossover night celebration, … Read more
A bizarre incident unfolded in Lusaka, Zambia, as a police officer reportedly intoxicated released 13 detainees from custody on New Year’s Eve, prompting a widespread manhunt for the escapees. According to reports by the BBC, Inspector Titus Phiri allegedly confiscated the keys to the cells from Constable Serah Banda at the Leonard Cheelo police station. … Read more
In a revealing interview on Arise TV From 12:20, former People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Senator Lee Maeba shared intimate details about Dr. Peter Odili’s modest lifestyle, while drawing stark contrasts with his successors. During the broadcast, Maeba strongly defended Odili’s financial integrity, stating, “Odili did not do any Pension Act to enrich himself as he … Read more
Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Labour Party (LP) governorship candidate in Lagos during the 2023 elections, has criticized the reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, Rhodes-Vivour accused the President of implementing policies that primarily benefit his allies while plunging ordinary Nigerians into unprecedented hardship. Rhodes-Vivour pointed to reforms … Read more
Manchester United and England forward Marcus Rashford, 27, has declined three lucrative transfer offers from Saudi Arabian clubs, each worth up to £35 million annually, according to the Mail. Amid this, there are potential opportunities for Manchester United to engage in a transfer swap deal with Napoli for Victor Osimhen, a 26-year-old Nigerian striker, the … Read more
In a report by The Punch, a disturbing incident unfolded in Edo State at the close of 2024, when a 55-year-old man, Osaro Ahunwan, allegedly set fire to the home of his estranged wife, Tina Uyi. The incident occurred in Idumwonwina, near Oluku, in the Ovia North-East Local Government Area. Tina, a 54-year-old businesswoman based … Read more
Osogbo, Osun State – Bishop Shina Olaribigbe, founder of Rapture Empowerment International, was stabbed to death on Thursday morning, January 2, while mediating a domestic dispute between a couple. The incident occurred at the wife’s residence in the BCGA area of Osogbo. Sources disclosed that the woman, an interpreter at Bishop Olaribigbe’s church, had been … Read more
At least two people were killed and 18 others injured on Thursday when a small plane crashed into a commercial building near Fullerton Municipal Airport, California, authorities said. The crash, which occurred in the early afternoon, caused significant damage to the building, with a large hole visible in the roof and smoke billowing out. The … Read more
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Gombe State has confirmed the death of at least seven people in a tragic accident on Kaltungo-Cham Road. Naija News reports that 31 individuals sustained various injuries in the lone accident on Thursday. In a statement made available to newsmen, the Sector Commander of the FRSC, Samson Kaura, reported … Read more
The family of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has expressed disappointment over President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s failure to honor an alleged agreement made before the 2023 general elections. Prince Emmanuel Kanu, Nnamdi Kanu’s younger brother, claimed that a meeting was arranged with Seyi Tinubu, the President’s son, with his father’s … Read more
Hours after Bashir Sa’idu, a former Commissioner during Nasiru El-Rufai’s administration, was remanded in a Kaduna correctional facility over alleged corruption and money laundering, the former Governor made an unannounced visit to the facility. El-Rufai, accompanied by key allies from his administration, also attempted to meet the presiding judge at the court where Sa’idu was … Read more