Police probe viral video of officers assaulting gold seller
The Police Command in Lagos State has begun an investigation into allegations of assault by some of its officers following the circulation of a viral video on social media.
Oil Resumption: Dialogue best path forward, MOSOP tells Ogonis
…Urges speedy completion of FG’s peace process…Commends Tinubu, Ribadu for dialogue initiative By Daniel Abia PORT HARCOURT — The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has urged Ogoni communities to embrace dialogue as the Federal Government advances efforts to resolve longstanding issues surrounding the resumption of oil exploration in Ogoniland after 36 […]
Buni approves construction of four more modern markets
By Maryam Abdul-aziz Usman The Yobe State Government has approved the construction of four additional modern markets as part of efforts to expand commercial infrastructure, boost trade and strengthen economic activities across the state. The new markets will be located in Bumsa, Gulani Local Government Area; Sabon Garin Nangere in Nangere Local Government Area; Girgir […]
Flooding hits communities in four Yobe LGAs as SEMA begins assessment
By Maryam Abdul-aziz Usman Heavy rainfall on Saturday triggered flash floods in parts of Damaturu, Nguru, Machina and Bursari Local Government Areas of Yobe State, damaging homes and prompting emergency response by the Yobe State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA). The agency said it had received distress reports from community leaders, security agencies and local government […]
Tinubu’s economic policies hurting Nigerians, ADP chieftain alleges
…Says good intentions alone are not enough By Henry Umoru ABUJA — A United States-based entrepreneur and chieftain of the Action Democratic Party (ADP), Chris Emejuru, has criticised some of President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, alleging that they have worsened the living conditions of many Nigerians. In a statement titled, “Nigeria at a Crossroads,” Emejuru […]
Okpebholo meets Edo indigenes in London, seeks diaspora support for state development, Tinubu’s re-election
….Presents administration’s scorecard, urges diaspora to back Edo’s development By Henry Umoru ABUJA — Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has met with Edo indigenes in the United Kingdom, urging them to support his administration’s development agenda and work towards delivering 2.5 million votes for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. The engagement, held in […]
