My husband paid the supreme price fighting for justice — Widow laments
By Vincent Ujumadu It was an emotional atmosphere at Umuenu Umuawulu in Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra State when a widow, Mrs Nkechi Obi, wife of the former chairman of Umuenu Quarters Assembly, Umuawulu, Mr Humphrey Obi, broke down in tears to narrate the circumstances that led to her husband’s death while pursuing […]
Native doctor who promised Mali AFCON victory after collecting €33,500 arrested
The man, formerly known as a political activist, “proclaimed himself a marabout overnight and made a fortune”
GNI Fire: Death toll rises to 12
The death toll from the fire that gutted the old Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) building in Lagos Island has risen to 12, after four more bodies were recovered from the rubble.
Generator fumes kill six in Rivers, police launch investigation
Six members of a family in Ogale Community, Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State, have died in a suspected generator-related incident.
Third Mainland Bridge rehabilitation cost N43bn – Umahi
“It also includes rebuilding and repainting some concrete works and replacing expansion joints and putting i solar lights.”
Herder stabs brother to death in Delta
The Delta State Police Command on Sunday said it has arrested a herder who allegedly stabbed his brother to death in Ogwashi-Uku community, Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State.
Bandits kill 6 in Niger, Sokoto communities
No fewer than six persons were killed by bandits at Damala village in Woko district of Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State and Darusa, a border community in Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State, weekend.
Economy: Many diaspora Nigerians now look homeward for medicare
As sick Nigerians at home wish to be flown abroad for treatment, with the belief that the best medical personnel are in diaspora, many Nigerians abroad are now returning home to seek medical care.
It’s not personal — EFCC boss denies witch-hunting Malami
According to the EFCC boss, the case against Malami is neither personal nor politically motivated, stressing that the investigation began long before he assumed office.
Lived for only five minutes in 2026: A’Ibom teenager shot dead by soldier during crossover night
13-year-old Timothy Daniel Monday journeyed with parents and siblings to enjoy 2025 Christmas holidays in Ette, their hometown in Ikot Abasi Local Government Area (LGA) of Akwa Ibom State.
I’m dying, save me, please send money – Outrage trails killing of Abuja lawyer by kidnappers after demanding N3m ransom
The killing of an Abuja-based lawyer, Nwamaka Chigbo, by still-to-be-identified kidnappers in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, has elicited outrage across the country and thrown her family into depression.
Video: Lagos task force nab 56 crime suspects in midnight raid
Lagos government apprehended 56 crime suspects, during a midnight clean-up and enforcement operation on the Mainland area of the state
Lagos diverts traffic for Gran Fondo Eko 170 cycling race
Lagos has announced a traffic diversion plan for the Gran Fondo “Eko 170” Cycling Race, scheduled for Sunday, January 11, from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Man kills wife in children’s presence in Ogun, commits suicide
“I just entered the house,” she gasped. “He attacked me.” In her final moments, she asked for water, wondering what her offence was
Women Who Buy Men: Unmasking sugar mummies, by Stephanie Shaakaa
A conversation we have deliberately avoided. Not because it does not exist, but because it thrives in silence. Not because it is rare, but because it is discreet
‘Omotaku’ terror: Highway wolves of Lagos
Omotaku is a Yoruba word meaning forceful extortion by any means, or taking something from someone at all costs
