Ekiti traders decry rising cost of goods, seek government intervention
By Rotimi Ojomoyela ADO-EKITI — Traders in Ekiti State have expressed concern over the rising cost of goods and its impact on businesses, urging governments at all levels to introduce measures to ease the economic burden on traders and consumers. Speaking with journalists at Bisi Market in Ado-Ekiti, the traders appealed for increased government support […]
Obi reacts to El-Rufai’s wife’s plea, calls for transparent justice
“I woke this morning in America and was deeply moved by an emotional viral video of Hajiya Asiya El-Rufai, prompting deep reflection on our nation’s future,” Obi wrote.
Henderson rejoins England’s World Cup squad after surgery on broken arm
The injury has ruled the former Liverpool F.C. captain out of the remainder of the World Cup, although he will stay with Thomas Tuchel’s squad in a leadership role.
Police bust eight-man robbery, cybercrime syndicate, rescue abducted boy in Gombe
By Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe The Gombe State Police Command has dismantled an eight-member criminal syndicate allegedly involved in armed robbery and cyber fraud, rescued an abducted eight-year-old boy, arrested four suspected kidnappers, and intensified its crackdown on traffic offenders and criminal hideouts across the state. Commissioner of Police, Umar Ahmed Chuso, disclosed this on Wednesday […]
Vessels owners to assist FG fight sea piracy, illegal oil bunkering
By Innocent Anaba In a bid to assist the Federal Government and security agencies in tackling issues of sea piracy and illegal oil bunkering along the waterways, the Tugboat, Fuel Barges, and Seagoing Vessel Association of Nigeria has called for the immediate censorship, verification, and stricter control of all marine vessels and craft operating within […]
Messi headlines MLS All-Star Game roster featuring 13 FIFA World Cup stars
Lionel Messi will headline the 2026 Major League Soccer (MLS) All-Star Game after being named among 13 FIFA World Cup players selected for the showcase event.
Northern governors, traditional rulers back state police
Northern governors and traditional rulers have reaffirmed their commitment to tackling insecurity through stronger regional collaboration and support for federal security efforts.
Two-time Ballon d’Or winner Putellas joins London City
The Spain women’s national football team star, who lifted the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, is also among the favourites to claim a third Ballon d’Or later this year.
Reps seek stronger action against human trafficking
…Demand Better Support for Repatriated Nigerians By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja The House of Representatives has renewed its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s response to human trafficking, calling for closer collaboration among government agencies, international partners and civil society organisations to ensure the safe repatriation, rehabilitation and reintegration of trafficked Nigerians rescued from Mali and other West […]
Onitsha traders hand over N435m worth of substandard drugs to NAFDAC
By Vincent Ujumadu Traders at the Bridge Head Drug Market in Onitsha have handed over substandard, falsified and expired drugs valued at N435 million to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) for destruction. The Chairman of the market’s Caretaker Committee, Mr. Chukwuleta Ndubisi, handed over the 192 consignments of substandard […]
Trump says US to give Ukraine the right to make Patriot missiles
“So one of the things we’re going to be talking about is we’re going to give a licence to you to make Patriots. That’s pretty cool, right. This way, you can’t complain that we’re not giving them enough,” Trump told Zelensky.
