NNS Beecroft busts drug ring, seizes 486kg Cannabis
Operatives of Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Beecroft, Apapa, Lagos, have dealt a major blow to a suspected drug syndicate operating along Lagos waterways, intercepting and seizing 486 kilograms of suspected cannabis sativa in a late-night operation around the Apapa-Ijora axis of the state.
Gov Lawal donates cars to 40 Imams in Zamfara
Gov. Dauda Lawal of Zamfara, on Friday, donated cars to 40 Jumma’at Mosque imams as part of the state government’s support for their diligent discharge of religious duties.
US Supreme Court strikes down Trump global tariffs
The ruling does not impact sector-specific duties that Trump has separately imposed on imports of steel, aluminum and various other goods.
10 ships laden with various commodities arrive Lagos ports
No fewer than 10 ships have arrived at the Lekki, Tincan and Apapa ports in Lagos, awaiting discharge of bulk urea, general cargos, containers, aviation fuel, diesel and crude oil.
Tinubu to INEC: Use FCT, Kano, Rivers polls to strengthen voters’ confidence
President Tinubu urged all eligible voters to come out and vote without fear, emphasising that the democratic process thrives best in an atmosphere of calm, tolerance, and mutual respect.
FCT polls: S’Court, Appeal Court defy Wike’s public holiday, conduct proceedings
The FCT Minister declared Friday a public holiday in Abuja to enable residents to participate in the Area Council Election billed for Saturday.
Grey’s Anatomy star Eric Dane dies at 53 after battle with ALS
Eric Dane, the actor best known for his roles in Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria, has died less than a year after revealing he had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). He was 53.
Arteta urges Arsenal to ‘write own destiny’ after title wobble
If Pep Guardiola’s team win their remaining 12 matches, they will take the title regardless of Arsenal’s results in their last 11 games.
Tinubu calls for orderliness in FCT, Kano, Rivers polls
INEC will conduct area council elections in the Federal Capital Territory and by-elections in Rivers and Kano states.
Ireland-based Nigerian jailed nine years for forcing woman to abort pregnancy
A Nigerian, Adeleke Adelani has been jailed for nine years after forcing his former girlfriend to take five “abortion” pills and locking her in a room at a house in Co Donegal, causing the unlawful termination of her pregnancy.
Don’t lose hope over hardship, insecurity — CAN President tells Nigerians
Okoh also urged Nigerians to focus on how to embrace the good life which is characterised by obeying and serving God in truth, humility, faith, as well as spirit.
Gunmen kill 3 herders in Plateau
Unknown gunmen killed three herders on Thursday night along the Dorowa-Jong road in the Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
NASS frowns at lip service treatment of Livestock Industry
By Henry Umoru The National Assembly has taken a swipe at the Federal Government for paying lip service to the development of the Livestock Industry in Nigeria, two solid years after the creation of a full-fledged Ministry for it. Dissatisfaction among federal lawmakers with the alleged lax handling of the livestock sector by the federal […]
The Dangote Refinery Makes Me Cast Envious Glances at Nigerians – Prof. Tagoe
There is an unspoken rule in the great, friendly, and highly entertaining West African rivalry between Ghana and Nigeria: you never openly admit that your neighbour has done something great or better. So, when an internationally acclaimed Ghanaian professor stands on Nigerian soil and publicly admits to feeling a tinge of envy toward Nigerians, you […]
ASOS co-founder Quentin Griffiths dies in Thailand after falling off balcony
Quentin Griffiths, who co-founded British fast-fashion retailer ASOS (ASOS.L), has died after a fall from a balcony in Thailand, Thai police said on Friday.
Onwusanya commends Oborevwori over Ugbolu–Okpanam, Oko road Projects
The Special Assistant on Youth Mobilization to the Delta State Governor, Mr. Onwusanya Peter Jnr, has commended Governor Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori for the ongoing construction of the Ugbolu-Okpanam, Oko Road Projects. In a statement, Onwusanya Peter Jnr expressed his appreciation for the governor’s efforts in improving the state’s infrastructure, saying, “The ongoing construction of […]
