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A Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Gwagwalada, Abuja, has convicted one Mrs Ramat Mercy Mba, a mother of five, for forging the signature of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s Chief of Staff, the late Abba Kyari. Justice Ibrahim Mohammad however deferred the sentencing of the convict till Thursday, 16th of May, 2024 but directed…
A XEJet Airlines aircraft from Abuja skidded off runway 18L at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Ikeja Lagos on Saturday, May 11. The XeJet E145 aircraft with registration number, 5NBZZ, at about 11.29 a.m. veered off the runway into the grass verge at the point of landing. The aircraft had 52 passengers and three…
The International Press Institute (IPI), Nigeria, has issued a statement urging journalists to maintain high standards and avoid spreading misinformation in response to the recent arrests and detentions of journalists. The intervention by IPI led to the release of journalist Ibraheem Mohammed, who had been arrested by the Nasarawa State Police Command for allegedly publishing…
President Bola Tinubu has conveyed heartfelt congratulations to Pa Reuben Fasoranti, the esteemed national leader of the Pan-Yoruba sociocultural group, Afenifere, on the auspicious occasion of his 98th birthday. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu joined a chorus of well-wishers including family, friends, and associates,…
Following an extensive five-day search effort, rescue officials in Lagos State have located the body of Tajudeen Amololo, a drainage worker who tragically lost his life while on duty. The distressing incident occurred as Amololo was engaged in cleaning operations within a drainage system located at the Onipanu Bus Stop in Fadeyi, Lagos. It was…
Korra Obidi gets almost $50k in donations less than 48 hours after opening gofundme to source for legal fees in case against ex-husband. The dancer/singer, Korra Obidi revealed that she needs legal representation to fight her ex-husband Justin Dean after he obtained image rights protection from Meta to stop her from featuring their children on…
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle have visited the Defence Headquarters in Abuja as part of their tour of Nigeria. The couple was received by military authorities on Friday afternoon in the nation’s seat of power. Earlier, the duo is in Nigeria for the promotion of the Invictus Games – the sporting event Harry…
The Nigeria Police Force has insisted that the arrest of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) reporter, Mr Daniel Ojukwu, is in strict compliance with legal protocols and procedures. Ojukwu, who spent 10 days in police custody, was arrested for allegedly violating the country’s Cybercrime Act, often criticized as a tool for censorship. The journalist’s…
The Senate has approved the death sentence as a penalty for drug traffickers in the country, as it passes through the third reading, the 2024 NDLEA Act (Amendment) Bill. According to reports the proposal was adopted on Thursday when the Senate dissolved into a committee of the whole for a clause-by-clause consideration of a…
THE Senate has pegged death penalty as punishment for those involved in the manufacture, processing of dangerous drugs and those who engage in trafficking of hard drugs in the country for people to consume. The Senate has also approved fifteeen years imprisonment without the option of fine for those who consume the hard drugs in…
Nollywood actress and media personality, Omotunde Adebowale David, popularly known as Lolo1, says recent data indicated that 80 per cent of gymgoers are professional sex workers. She stated this on the latest episode of the ‘Say My Piece’ podcast. “Stats say that 80% of the people that come to the gym now are career prostitutes,”…
Miss Teen USA has resigned, just days after Miss USA said she would relinquish her crown, sending further shock waves through the pageant community in America. In an Instagram post, Miss Teen USA UmaSofia Srivastava said her “personal values no longer fully align with the direction of the organization.” “After months of grappling with…
Iran has warned its adversaries the US and Israel that it could be pushed into building a nuclear weapon if Israel threatens its existence. “We have no decision to build a nuclear bomb but should Iran’s existence be threatened, there will be no choice but to change our military doctrine,” said Kamal Kharrazi, an adviser…
A Nigerian man identified as Young C caused a stir online on Wednesday, May 8, when he embarked on a challenge to be buried alive in a coffin for 24 hours. In a post shared on his Instagram page, Young C said he intends to broadcast live footage from the coffin at night. Sharing a…
At least two persons have been confirmed dead, while three others sustained severe injuries in a gas explosion at a gas retail shop in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State. The state’s Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed this in a post on his official X handle on Wednesday. He said the incident razed down about…
A tenant, Manlafy Danso, who is married with two children, has been accused of eloping with his landlord’s 20-year-old daughter in Wellingara Coastal Road, in Gambia. It was gathered that Danso, a native of Niamina Sotokoi, disappeared with the girl on Friday, May 3, 2024, in Wellingara Coastal Road. Soon after, the girl’s parents filed…
The Chief Executive Officer of Binance, Richard Teng, has described the detention of its employee, Tigran Gambaryan, by the Nigerian government as ‘unjust’ and that it was a “dangerous precedent” for international businesses. Teng also said that despite Binance’s repeated efforts at constructive engagement and cooperation with Nigerian authorities, Gambaryan remains in detention for ‘spurious’…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has categorically denied speculations circulating about potential discussions with foreign nations regarding the establishment of foreign military bases within the country’s borders. In a statement released by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, the government vehemently refuted these rumors, asserting that no such discussions or proposals have…
The Nigerian Army mourns the loss of seven soldiers in two separate ambushes, underscoring the escalating threat posed by bandits in the North West region. Amidst the tragedy, the Army also reports significant gains in counterinsurgency operations, culminating in the neutralization of 31 terrorists and the recovery of weapons. In the latest attack, bandits in…
A Port Harcourt-based businesswoman, Ada Bolingo, has got her friends and followers worried after she left an alarming note on Facebook. In the post dated Monday, May 6, 2024, Ada revealed that she’s been struggling with her mental health for a long time and is beyond help. “I’m taking the cowardice way out and…
An unidentified drainage worker from the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) found himself trapped in the underground drainage system at the Onipanu area of Lagos State. Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), confirmed the unfortunate event and stated that the agency swiftly initiated emergency response operations…
Tragedy struck Ambe community in Sanga local government area of Kaduna State as bandits launched a deadly assault, resulting in the loss of six lives on Sunday night. Confirming the incident, spokesperson for the Kaduna State Police Command, Mansir Hassan, disclosed to Newsmen that one suspect had been apprehended in connection with the attack. Hassan…
In a tragic turn of events, two individuals, Ojulewa Alex and Alonge Samuel, have tragically lost their lives after imbibing a native concoction during the annual age group festival in Ipe-Akoko, situated within the Akoko South East local government area of Ondo State. Dubbed as the “Ibogbel” festival, the event witnessed another participant, Adu Johnson,…
In a dramatic turn of events in a Manhattan Court, Judge Juan Merchan has issued a stern warning to former President Donald Trump, threatening him with jail time if he continues to violate the gag order imposed on him. This development comes amidst Trump’s ongoing trial, where he faces a staggering 34 felony counts of…
An Ekiti High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti has sentenced three convicts to death by hanging for armed robbery. Five accused persons – Bidemi Babalola, 28, Oluwaseun Akinwale 26, Sola Oyebanji, aka Solademmy, 31, Azeez Jimoh, aka Asela, 31, and Babatunde Ogunlade, 28 – were arraigned before Justice Lekan Ogunmoye. The five men, whose addresses were…
Edited by Hannah Afolabi The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has stated his intention to reevaluate the legislation that criminalizes suicide attempts in Nigeria. This commitment was made during a meeting with representatives from the Asido Foundation, a non-governmental organization dedicated to advocating for mental health reforms. The…
Edited by Hannah Afolabi The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has seized a significant amount of cannabis sativa weighing 4,752kg that was concealed in the gas tank compartment of a truck along the Abuja-Abaji highway. The interception occurred during a stop-and-search operation on Wednesday, May 1, when NDLEA operatives discovered 511 jumbo sacks of…
Edited by Hannah Afolabi According to the Lagos State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, approximately 80% of buildings in Ibeju Lekki lack the necessary approvals. In a recent interview with journalists, Dr. Olumide highlighted the widespread issue of unauthorized structures in the area. He explained that many estates in the…
Edited By Hannah Afolabi Mother is seeking justice for her daughter who was allegedly sexually assaulted. A mother named Rita Ebirim is seeking justice after her five-year-old daughter was allegedly defiled by her brother-in-law in Lagos. The concerned mother, who spoke with a journalist on Friday, shared that her estranged husband had initiated divorce proceedings…
A devastating bandit assault in Ungwan Sarki Noma community, situated within the Sabuwa Local Government Area of Katsina State, has resulted in the tragic loss of at least 24 lives, with numerous individuals sustaining injuries. The victims, primarily comprised of vigilant community members, courageously confronted the bandits in an attempt to thwart their nefarious activities,…
Eight persons were confirmed dead in a petroleum tanker explosion at the Ometan-Okpe community along the ever-busy Effurun-Sapele Road in Okpe local government area of Delta state on Friday. A correspondent who visited the scene of the incident gathered that a breastfeeding mother and her three-month-old baby were among the casualties. The mother was reportedly…
