Man arrested for allegedly setting wife ablaze in Lokoja
By Boluwaji Obahopo The Kogi State Police Command has arrested a man, identified as Jacob Irewa, for allegedly setting his wife, Berida Irawo, ablaze following a domestic disagreement at Oworo Estate, Felele, Lokoja. The incident reportedly occurred on Friday, August 14, 2026, at about 8:30 p.m. The command’s Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Afusat, […]
Economy: Teachers now augment poor salaries with petty trading in classes
Years ago, most landlords refused to rent houses to teachers because of the belief that their salaries were poor.
Five killed, another abducted as suspected herders attack Benue communities
It was gathered that the incidents recorded in the last 72 hours triggered fear and pandemonium in the affected communities, forcing the locals to flee their homes.
Soludo: Is it not curious markets open in other South-East states on Mondays, except Anambra?
Even when IPOB leaders announced the suspension of the sit at home, the traders said they had become used to resting on Mondays
Anambra govt, traders agree on phased remodelling of Onitsha market
“The key components of the emergency intervention include the reclamation of market parks, restoration of walkways and construction of public conveniences”
US government shuts down again
The US government entered a partial shutdown Saturday as a midnight funding deadline passed without Congress approving a 2026 budget
