Analyst hails Disu for promoting peaceful, secure electoral processes
A public affairs analyst, Shehu Abdullahi, has commended the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, for what he described as a growing culture of professionalism, accountability and neutrality within the Nigeria Police Force, particularly in the area of election security. Abdullahi said recent policing strategies introduced under the current police leadership have contributed to more […]
Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
Hossam Abdelmaguid scored the decisive penalty as Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties after they finished level at 1-1 following extra time on Friday to reach the World Cup last 16.
LAUTECH students among 11 suspected cultists arrested as police foil planned attack
The operation, carried out by operatives of the Command’s Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), also led to the recovery of firearms, ammunition and other dangerous weapons allegedly intended for use in violent activities.
‘You brought me into politics and stood by me’ – Tinubu mourns Kola Oseni
President Bola Tinubu has paid a glowing tribute to elder statesman and progressive politician, Alhaji Ganiyu Kolapo Oseni, describing him as the man who introduced him to politics and stood firmly by him throughout his political journey. In a personal tribute released on Friday following Oseni’s death, the President expressed deep sorrow over the loss […]
NDLEA warns public against fake auction offers using officials’ names
By Kingsley Omonobi The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has warned Nigerians to be wary of fraudsters impersonating its officials to defraud unsuspecting members of the public through fake auction offers for forfeited vehicles. In a statement issued on Friday, the agency’s spokesman, Femi Babafemi, said the scammers have been using the names of […]
Nigeria’s challenge is low revenue, not high debt – World Bank
The World Bank has said Nigeria’s biggest fiscal challenge is weak revenue mobilisation rather than excessive borrowing, urging the government to prioritise efforts to boost revenue generation to support sustainable economic growth. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television on Friday, the World Bank Country Director for Nigeria, Mathew Verghis, said Nigeria’s debt profile remains […]
