President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his deepest sympathies to the families who have suffered immense losses due to the catastrophic petrol tanker explosion on the Bida-Agaie-Lapai road in Niger State. The tragic accident, which claimed 48 lives, has left the community reeling with grief and devastation. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in his message of…
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling affirming financial autonomy for local governments is a historic moment for governance at the grassroots level in Nigeria. This landmark verdict, which ends the long-standing practice of state governors controlling local government funds via joint accounts, marks a turning point in Nigeria’s political structure. For years, local governments, the third…
The internal crisis within Nigeria’s Labour Party (LP) has escalated, as National Chairman Julius Abure recently accused several prominent party members, including the 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi and activist Aisha Yesufu, of mismanaging funds allocated for the election campaign. Julius Abure, in a public statement, sought to address allegations that he and the party’s…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Ibrahim Nuhu Shuaibu before Justice Darius Khobo of the Kaduna State High Court on charges of fraud. Shuaibu faces a seven-count indictment, including criminal breach of trust, impersonation, and obtaining by false pretenses, totaling N100 million. The charges against him by EFCC involve serious allegations of…
On Sunday, a devastating fuel tanker crash in the Agaie area of north-central Niger State, Nigeria, resulted in the deaths of 48 individuals. The tanker, which was also transporting cattle, collided under circumstances that led to the vehicle catching fire. Abdullahi Baba-Arab, the Director-General of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA), reported that at…
In a heartwarming event, Nigerian singer Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy, celebrated his wife Ivy Ifeoma’s baby shower with family and close friends. The intimate gathering marked a significant milestone for the couple, who have continued to keep fans intrigued with their low-key yet public relationship. Rudeboy shared moments from the event on social…
Chris Bassey, a notable figure in Nollywood, has made an unexpected career pivot. Known for his roles in Nigerian cinema as both an actor and producer, Bassey has surprised his fan base by transitioning to a completely different field: plumbing. After spending years in the limelight in Nigeria, Bassey decided to relocate to Canada, where…
Borno State High Court Judge, Haruna Mshelia, has been freed after enduring two months of captivity. The judge was abducted in June 2024, sparking widespread concerns throughout the legal community and beyond. His release, confirmed on Tuesday, brings immense relief to his family, friends, and colleagues who have been tirelessly campaigning for his safe return….
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) made a remarkable discovery, intercepting shipments of cocaine and pharmaceutical opioids ingeniously hidden inside ladies’ sanitary pads and containers of hair treatment cream. The operation, which took place at three courier companies in Lagos, underscores the agency’s heightened vigilance in combating drug trafficking. This interception showcases the NDLEA’s…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) is investigating the sale and distribution of “miracle” water and soap linked to Pastor Jeremiah of Christ Mercy Land Delivery Ministries. According to NAFDAC’s Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, the investigation was initiated following public concern and allegations that the ministry has been falsely using…
