Alimosho: Fire service calls for calm
Rrescue operation is currently on going to put out the fire resulting from a System 2B pipeline leakage at Peace Estate, Zone 4, Baruwa, Ipaja, Alimosho area of Lagos State. The fire call which was reported at 00:31 hours Christmas Eve, is presently confined to be burning at the source of leakage of the pipeline […]
I’ll keep doing my best till May 2023 when I leave office — Buhari
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA–PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari yesterday in Maiduguri, Borno State, said his administration will keep giving its best for the development of the country until May 2023, reiterating that he will hand over as stipulated by the Constitution. The President spoke after the commissioning of Oriental Energies Resource Ltd Hanger, Muhammadu Indimi Distance Learning […]
Explosions rock Maiduguri as Buhari visits
NO fewer than four persons were killed, yesterday, after three explosions rocked Maiduguri, Borno State following multiple rocket attacks launched by the Islamic State in West African Province, ISWAP.
Security situation has improved in Borno under Buhari ― Shehu of Borno
The Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar Ibn-Umar Elkenemi, has said that the security situation in the state has improved tremendously since President Muhammadu Buhari came to power. The Shehu disclosed this on Thursday when the President visited the state to inaugurate some projects executed by Borno Government. “It is gratifying to inform your Excellency that peace […]
70 lives lost to fire incidents in 2021, as Fire Service saves N19.4tr assets – CG
By Omeiza Ajayi – Abuja The Federal Fire Service FFS has explained how it reduced fatalities associated with fire incidents, saying in 2021, 70 lives were lost as opposed to the 147 deaths recorded in the preceding year. This was as it disclosed how it saved property worth about N19.4 trillion in 2021, praising Nigerians […]
Breaking: Again, pipeline explodes at Alimosho
By Olasunkanmi Akoni The raging fire which started in the early hours Friday gutted NNPC Petroleum pipeline. Men of NNPC, security, fire fighters and NSCDC are already at scene to salvage the situationon. It was gathered that the pipeline fire explosion does not pose any threat to human and public lives as the site is […]
Benin residents laud Obaseki as phase 1 of light-up Edo Project nears completion
Residents of Benin City, the Edo State capital have lauded the efforts of Governor Godwin Obaseki in the ongoing installation of street lights to recreate a night economy and enhance security of life and property. According to the state government, phase one of the light-up Edo project is being concluded. A visibly elated resident of […]
OAU denies increasing school fees
By Shina Abubakar The management of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State has denied that it increased school fees payable by students. It described stories that went viral on social media about fee increment as untrue. A statement issued by the school’s Public Relations Officer, Biodun Olarewaju stated that the purported circular announcing the new […]
Use your powers to bring relief, joy to Nigerians — CAN tells leaders
The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, yesterday, asked Nigerian leaders to use their powers to bring relief and joy to Nigerians this Christmas.
Christmas Day Murder: Police ‘forced’ me to admit killing my abusive husband — 38-yr-old trader
Last week Tuesday, Mrs. Christiana Odo stood transfixed before Justice Yetunde Adesanya of the Lagos High Court not knowing what to expect. It was her judgment day for the alleged killing of her husband on Christmas day six years ago. She had prayed and fasted for days hoping that truth will prevail.
Threat of water-borne ailments rises as ‘pure water’ producers jerk price to N20
THREAT of water-borne diseases may be rising in Taraba State following the sudden hike in the price of locally-produced water popularly known as ‘pure water.’ Pure water, which was hitherto sold for N5, and later raised to N10 per sachet, has now been increased to N20, thereby forcing the consumers to jettison the drink.
Tales of woes as fire razes 318 shops in Sokoto Kara Market
THERE is palpable agony in Sokoto. Goods and property worth hundreds of millions of naira have been consumed by an fire that razed the popular Kara Market in Sokoto on Tuesday and brought the fortunes of the traders and homeowners into ruins.
Stallion adds Morris Garages franchise
MORRIS Garages, MG, Motor has appointed Stallion Group as its exclusive distributor for its iconic automobile brand of British origin in Nigeria.
The Trophies of Smoking — gone with a puff!
The atmosphere was dense. This was not the first time I was visiting T-Jay at the hospital, in fact, it had become a daily event. However, there was something unsettling about that afternoon. Maybe it was the distant look in his eyes, those eyes that once sparkled with promise had sunk deep in their sockets. […]
Bagudu signs N189.2bn 2022 budget
KEBBI State Governor, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, yesterday, signed the state’s 2022 budget of N189.2 billion into law.
Warri South West Legislative Arm lauds LGA Boss
The Warri southwest legislative Arm has commended the Local Government Chairman Hon. Taiye Duke for his outstanding performance in his second term in office. Speaking during the plenary yesterday to end the session for the year 2021 the deputy leader Hon. Stanley governor noted the completion of the constructed road at ajudaibo, the secretariat fence […]
