Marwa, UNODC urge public, state govts to join fight against illicit substance abuse
The Chairman/Chief Executive of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), has called on the Nigerian public and state governments to take active ownership of the fight against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking.
Hajj 2025: First batch of 423 Lagos pilgrims return home
The first batch of Lagos State pilgrims who participated in the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has safely returned to Nigeria.
Makinde allocates over N63b for govt house reconstruction
By Adeola Badru Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has approved the sum of N63,479,858,000 for the overhauling of the structures of the Government House, describing the current state and ambience of the Government House as an embarrassment and an unbefitting facility. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade, […]
Benue killings: How come no arrest has been made? – Tinubu queries IGP
“Police, I hope your men are on alert to listen to information. How come no arrest has been made?” Tinubu asked. “I expect there should be arrests of those criminals.”
Baboko market: I have no hands in any trader’s death, says Arolahan
By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin A trader in the popular Baboko market (Oja-Tuntun) in Ilorin West Local Government Area of Kwara state, Alhaja Mariam Babatunde Arolahun, has debunked reports in some sections of the media claiming that she had a dispute with a co-trader, late Alhaja Medinat, over a space of Shop controversially allocated to the […]
We’ll work with you to achieve peace in Benue — Tinubu assures Gov Alia
Following the killings of hundreds of Benue residents by armed herders, President Bola Tinubu has assured the state governor, Hyacinth Alia, of his readiness to work with him to achieve a lasting peace.
Photos/Video: Ghanaian protest alleged harassment by Police, EFCC
…Call on Tinubu, Mahama to intervene, By Dorin Nnademere &Okoro Precious Ghanaians , today, besieged the Nigeria High Commission in Roman Ridge Accra, Ghana, protesting alleged harrassment , intimidation, and violation of the fundamental rights of some of their citizens residing in Nigeria, by the Nigeria Police and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. […]
Family of UK embassy staff withdrawn from Israel as air strikes continue
The family members of British diplomatic staff in Israel have been “temporarily withdrawn” as Iran and Israel continue to exchange fire, Britain’s foreign ministry said on Wednesday.
Pay fines through banks, not our officials – FRSC warns motorists
The Corps Marshal warned that any attempt to bribe FRSC personnel is a violation of the law and will be met with arrest and prosecution.
APC Delta North dissolves LG and ward chairmen forums amid leadership dispute
The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta North Senatorial District, Ogbueshi Adizue Eluaka, has announced the immediate dissolution of the Forum of Delta North APC Local Government Area (LGA) Chairmen, along with the Forum of APC Ward Chairmen in the district.
Banditry: I’m ready to empty Kebbi purse to save lives – Gov Idris
The governor disclosed that he has concluded necessary contacts to visit President Bola Tinubu to seek solutions to the problem.
