EFCC denies assault, arrest during UUTH incident
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied allegations that its operatives assaulted or arrested staff members during a recent incident at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH), insisting that the visit was purely administrative.
Sokoto LG service commission drives workforce revolution, ends era of Political Victimisation — Perm Sec
By Musa Ubandawaki SOKOTO:-The Permanent Secretary of the Sokoto State Local Government Service Commission, Alhaji Aminu Abubakar Rijiya, has declared that the ongoing reforms in the state’s local government system are aimed at building a professional, efficient and politically neutral workforce capable of driving grassroots development across the state. Speaking during an interview in Sokoto, […]
Alleged Terrorism: Female gunrunner bags 20-year jail term
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday convicted and sentenced a female gunrunner, Halima Haliru, to a 20-year prison term after she pleaded guilty to terrorism-related charges.
2027: Ilorin Emirate moves to reconcile Abdulrazak, Saliu Mustapha
The Ilorin Emirate Political Advisory Council has disclosed ongoing efforts to reconcile Kwara Governor, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazak and the Senator representing Kwara Central Senatorial District, Saliu Mustapha amid reported cracks in their political relationship ahead of the 2027 general elections. The council made this known after an emergency meeting which held at the palace of […]
Falconets to face Spain, China in U-20 Women’s World Cup group stage
The 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup is expected to showcase some of the brightest young talents in women’s football, with Nigeria aiming to deliver another memorable outing at the competition.
NAPTIP secures conviction of 2 guards over abuse of 6 year old girl
By Favour Ulebor, Abuja The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, has secured the conviction and life imprisonment of two security guards for repeatedly raping a young girl over a six year period in Abuja. In a press statement on Friday, signed by the Head of Press and Public Relations Unit […]
Oyo SUBEB confirms death of teacher, abduction of pupils in Oriire LG
The Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board has confirmed the killing of a teacher and the abduction of some pupils following an attack on two schools in Ahoro-Esinele community in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.
Strait of Hormuz is closed ‘only to our enemies’ – Iran
Shortly after the war began, Iran’s armed forces took control of the Strait of Hormuz, which is vital for energy trade.
Carrick confirmed as Man United’s permanent coach
Manchester United have decided to appoint Michael Carrick as their permanent manager, ending weeks of speculation about the club’s managerial future.
DELSUTH: Doctors threaten strike over poor facilities, staff exodus
By Chioma Obinna The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN), Delta State University Teaching Hospital chapter, has raised the alarm over what it described as the rapid collapse of the Delta State University Teaching Hospital, warning that the once celebrated tertiary health institution is now struggling to provide even basic healthcare services.In a […]
Ayra Starr recalls selling tomatoes, living without electricity as child
Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has opened up about growing up without stable electricity in Nigeria, recalling how her grandmother had to quickly sell tomatoes and pepper because there was no power supply to preserve them.
