By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO — The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Finance and Administration and Supervising the North-West, Suleiman Mohammad Abdul, has called on residents of Sokoto State to take greater ownership of security by strengthening community vigilance, intelligence sharing and collaboration with law enforcement agencies. Speaking during an interactive meeting with […]

By Elizabeth Adegbesan Xpress Payment Solutions Limited has said its next phase of growth will be driven by emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT), after processing transactions worth trillions of naira over the past decade. Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the company, Mr. Wale Olayisade, disclosed this […]

By Victor Ahiuma-Young The African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation, ITUC-Africa, has raised fresh concerns over the continued prevalence of workplace violence and harassment in Nigeria and across Africa, six years after the adoption of the International Labour Organization’s Convention 190, C190.C190 is a landmark global treaty aimed at eliminating violence and […]

By Matthew Johnson Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested a 22-year-old suspect, identified as Onipede Ojo, for allegedly stealing a police officer’s bag containing a camouflage uniform, warrant card, mobile phone, ATM card and other personal belongings, and using the items to impersonate a police officer. The command disclosed that the suspect […]

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa The National Inland Waterways Authority, NIWA, has intensified efforts to unlock the economic potential of Nigeria’s inland waterways with the commencement of a comprehensive clean-up programme aimed at tackling pollution, enhancing navigational safety and attracting investment into the nation’s blue economy. To drive the initiative, Parts Central Limited has been mandated to provide […]

The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested 57 suspects in a sustained crackdown on Shilla gangsterism, drug abuse, public nuisance and other criminal activities across the state.

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC has unveiled Chidi Mike Anyanwu as its candidate for the Okigwe North Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives, setting the stage for what is expected to be a closely watched contest in one of Imo State’s most politically significant federal constituencies. Anyanwu emerged at […]

Urges President to caution Ayiri Emami, Itsekiri leaders A prominent Ijaw leader and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, High Chief Michael Johnny, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his timely intervention in resolving the dispute arising from the recent Ward Delineation Exercise in Warri Federal Constituency, Delta State. Johnny, […]

•Rain Oil leads cuts with N18/litre reduction •Diesel prices crash by up to N70/litre By Udeme Akpan Depot prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, eased across several terminals in Lagos yesterday  as petroleum marketers adjusted prices amid shifting supply dynamics in Nigeria’s downstream oil market. The latest market data showed a […]

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC has elected Engr. Queen Oluchi Duruibe as its candidate for the Okigwe South Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives, in a move widely seen as a strong endorsement of youth participation and women’s leadership in politics. Her emergence underscores the party’s commitment to expanding […]