The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has made significant strides in combating drug trafficking with the recent interception of multiple consignments of illicit drugs. These drugs were cleverly concealed in tins of Cerelac baby food and cloths intended for export to the United States and the United Kingdom. The seizures occurred at the Murtala…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has described the ongoing nationwide protests against economic hardship in Nigeria as significant, highlighting their importance in the national discourse. He emphasized the need for the government to listen to the voices of the people and to address their demands sincerely. Atiku Abubakar urged the authorities to come down from…
In a remarkable demonstration of interfaith unity, Christian protesters in Jos, Plateau State, were lauded for safeguarding their Muslim counterparts during prayer time at the EndBadGovernance protest site. This extraordinary act of solidarity occurred on August 1, 2024, amidst nationwide protest against economic hardship and perceived governmental shortcomings. The gesture, captured on video and widely…
In an unprecedented move, the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada have jointly sounded the alarm on Nigeria’s deteriorating security situation. These global powers have issued urgent security alerts to their citizens, painting a grim picture of the West African nation’s current state. The travel advisories, meticulously crafted and published on official government portals, serve…
A significant drug bust was carried out by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos. On July 25, 2024, a Spain-based businessman, Francis Akajiobi, aged 50, was apprehended at Terminal 2’s departure hall. Akajiobi, preparing to board a Royal Air Maroc flight to Madrid, Spain, was found…
As Nigeria’s stability hangs in the balance, a provocative question resonates through the streets: Can a nation be built on the foundations of rage, or does reason hold the key to a brighter future? The upcoming ’10 Days of Rage’ protest, scheduled for August 1-10, has sparked a fierce debate about the role of emotion…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held a crucial meeting with traditional rulers to tackle Nigeria’s economic woes, reassuring them that the nation’s economy is on a stable recovery trajectory. This gathering comes at a critical juncture, as the country grapples with economic hardship and other pressing crises that have sparked a planned nationwide protest. By engaging…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has launched a blistering attack on Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, in response to his criticism of Bola Tinubu’s capacity to transform Nigeria. APC spokesperson, Festus Keyamo, led the charge, accusing Peter Obi of brazen hypocrisy. Keyamo’s remarks aimed to expose Obi’s perceived double standards, juxtaposing his criticism…
The Lagos Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has successfully secured the conviction and sentencing of six fraudsters before Justice A.A. Okeke of the Federal High Court in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The convicts, identified as Aladeusi Korede Seun, Akande Habeeb Kunle, Aliu Faleti Opeyemi, Oseni Suleimon, Tobiloba Ebhodaghe Wadiale, and Shedrack…
Governor Fayose Fraud Trial: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) continues its prosecution of former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, and his company, Spotless Investment Limited, in a high-profile fraud case. The defendants face an 11-count charge of money laundering and stealing, involving a substantial sum of N6.9 billion. The case, which began on…
