On August 1, 2024, the Borno State Government implemented an immediate 24-hour curfew throughout the state. This drastic measure follows a tragic bomb attack that rocked Kawori Market in the Konduga area on Wednesday night. The explosion, suspected to be carried out by a Boko Haram suicide bomber, resulted in the deaths of 16 individuals…
Protesters have reduced the Nyanya police station in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to ashes in an amazing escalation of civil unrest. The conflagration, which erupted in the pre-dawn hours, marked a dramatic intensification of ongoing demonstrations against alleged police brutality and governmental malfeasance. Eyewitnesses recount a surreal scene as a swelling tide of demonstrators…
The protest in Kano State, part of a nationwide demonstration against economic hardship, quickly spiraled out of control on its first day. What began as a peaceful protest devolved into chaos and anarchy as hoodlums infiltrated the ranks of demonstrators. The initial intent to voice grievances about the economic situation was overshadowed by widespread violence…
Yoruba Nation agitator, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, widely known as Sunday Igboho, has publicly denounced the planned nationwide protests set to commence on August 1. In a statement released late last night, Sunday Igboho criticized the protests, which aim to address the increasing hardships in Nigeria. He described the organizers as “unknown and faceless individuals” who…
Nkechi Blessing has made a bold move by sharing a photo of her bedroom, featuring an artwork of herself and Davido. The actress’s confidence and creativity have been praised by fans and followers, who are talking about the image on social media. The artwork, a romantic painting of Nkechi Blessing and Davido, has sparked a…
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki’s recent remarks have stirred significant controversy and concern. In a video widely circulated on social media, Governor Obaseki threatened to lead a movement to “burn down the country” if his supporters are arrested amidst the state’s ongoing political crisis. This statement has been met with alarm, as it reflects a…
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…
The FCT Police Commissioner, Bennett Igweh, has called on residents to shun the nationwide protest scheduled for August 1. In a statement, the commissioner appealed to residents to ignore the call for protest, citing the improvements made in the city’s infrastructure. He emphasized that the government has provided good roads and other amenities, making the…
The $20 billion Dangote Refinery, once heralded as the beacon of Nigeria’s energy future, is embroiled in controversy. Nigerian citizens eagerly anticipated the relief that both the Dangote and Port Harcourt refineries operating at full capacity would bring. This dream, however, appears to be on hold as the Dangote refinery faces unexpected challenges. The Dangote…
Frantic attempts by drug syndicates to smuggle consignments of cocaine and Loud, a potent strain of cannabis, into and out of Nigeria have been thwarted by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The illicit substances were hidden in various items, including incense candles, game packs, dry hibiscus leaves, and ladies’ native wears. These operations…
