Abuja: Tragedy Strikes as 2-Storey Building Collapses Resulting in 2 Lives Lost, 20 Rescued
As of the latest update from Abuja, a total of 20 individuals have been successfully rescued from the wreckage.
As of the latest update from Abuja, a total of 20 individuals have been successfully rescued from the wreckage.
In a significant development for the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), the North East Zone has officially endorsed Ambassador Umar Iliya Damagum as the National Chairman of the party. This endorsement comes amidst ongoing internal party reshuffling and legal battles, with the leadership of five states—Adamawa, Taraba, Gombe, Borno, and Yobe—firmly backing Damagum. Governor Ahmadu Umaru…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has initiated a new attempt to arrest Yahaya Bello, the former governor of Kogi State. According to Ohiare Michael, the Director of the Yahaya Bello Media Office, EFCC operatives have surrounded the Kogi Government Lodge in Abuja with the intent to capture the ex-governor. This move comes as…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has extended a generous hand of support to Nigeria by donating 50 tons of relief materials to assist victims affected by devastating floods across the country. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) made this announcement on Monday, with its Director-General, Zubaida Umar, expressing profound gratitude for the timely intervention. In…
The Dangote Refinery, a major player in Nigeria’s petroleum industry, has released the projected prices for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at NNPC Retail Stations nationwide for September 2024. These prices vary significantly by region, reflecting transportation costs, demand, and other logistical factors. The pricing information shows a notable difference between northern and southern states, with…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of Okwudili Joseph for his involvement in internet fraud. Justice Mohammed Garba Umar of the Federal High Court, Enugu, presided over the case, convicting and sentencing Joseph to two years imprisonment for cybercrime and impersonation. The case was prosecuted by the Enugu Zonal Directorate…
In a statement following a meeting with security chiefs at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Christopher Musa reassured the nation of the military’s imminent capture of the notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji. Speaking with confidence, General Christopher Musa vowed that the criminal responsible for countless attacks across Northern Nigeria…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has officially confirmed its visit to the office of the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) in Abuja, amidst rising concerns about the nature of the encounter. Contrary to reports describing the visit as an invasion, the DSS clarified that unarmed members of their team were merely conducting a…
Joe Ajaero, the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), was arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) on Monday morning at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. He was en route to the United Kingdom to attend a crucial conference focusing on workers’ rights and social justice. The NLC, in a swift…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Plateau State has called for the immediate swearing-in of six state legislators from the party. This demand comes after a prolonged delay in their inauguration, sparking concerns among party members and supporters. The APC has emphasized that the delay is unjustified and has urged the relevant authorities to take…