Top wanted Boko Haram commander arrested at Borno LG Chairman’s house
Nigerian Army of 'Operation Lafiya Dole' in the north east on Friday night made a heavy breakthrough when it arrested a Caretaker Chairman of Mafa Local Government Area of Borno state, Alhaji Shettima Lawan Maina for hiding a top Boko Haram Commander (name withheld) in his house at 1000 housing estate along Maiduguri- Damaturu- Kano road. Sources have said.
Abuja-Kaduna rail line: Passengers call for additional coaches
Some passengers at Idu Railway Station in the FCT on Saturday called the Federal Government to provide additional coaches to Abuja-Kaduna rail line to meet their travelling need.
Ambode thanks Lagosians, says we are taking Lagos to the next pedestal in 2017
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Saturday thanked Lagosians for the massive support given to his administration in the outgoing year, assuring that he would work assiduously to ensure that the State is taken to the next pedestal in 2017, especially in the area of physical and social infrastructural development.
2017 won’t be tough like 2016, APC assures Nigerians
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged Nigerians to keep faith with the President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration, saying though 2016 was understandably tough, 2017 would usher in an era of fruitful democratic dividends.
Magu not removed — EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has debunked speculation that its Acting Chairman, Mr Ibrahim Magu, has been removed from office.
Buhari making Nigerians poorer, looking for election in 2019 – Fayose
Buhari making Nigerians poorer, looking for election in 2019 – Fayose
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Kano based business tycoon kidnapped in Okene
A Kano based business tycoon, Alhaji Ismaila Zubairu has been kidnapped in Okene, Kogi state.
First Beatles manager Allan Williams dies
Allan Williams, the first manager of The Beatles who drove the band on their formative trip to Hamburg in 1960, has died at the age of 86, his old club announced.
Ugbade confident Remo Stars can swim with big fishes in NPFL
Remo Stars coach, Nduka Ugbade has revealed that his lads are getting prepared for the upcoming Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) season.
Breaking News: Magu not sacked
The Official Spokesperson to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Garba Shehu has denied reports that the Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ibrahim Magu
China to ban ivory trade by end of 2017
China will ban all ivory trade and processing by the end of 2017, the government said, in a move hailed by conservationists as a “game changer” for African elephants.
Wike elevates 3 traditional rulers in Rivers
The Rivers Government has elevated two traditional rulers in the state to first class and another one to second class chieftaincy.
Car kills three in fall from 5th floor garage
An SUV drove off the fifth floor of a parking garage in Japan Saturday, killing three of its five passengers, local media reported.
English Football League tables
English Football League tables after Friday’s matches (played, won, drawn, lost, goals for, goals against, points):
