Police operatives have arrested three Yoruba Nation agitators for displaying their flags in the market of Ikire in Irewole local government area of Osun State. The suspects Fagbuyi Oluwafemi, Joy Faseyeku and Alabede Janet were arrested on August 27 around 2pm at Obada Market, Ikire. A statement by the Osun Police Acting spokesman, Emmanuel Giwa-Alade, …
Meet four Nigerians ranked among Africa’s top 100 scientists
Several Nigerian scientists have been recognised among Africa’s top 100, highlighting their exceptional contributions to research and innovation across the continent.This achievement underscores Nigeria’s prominent role in advancing scientific knowledge in diverse fields such as medicine, engineering, and environmental studies. Their inclusion in this elite ranking reflects the nation’s growing influence in African and global …
NAF begins airlift of INEC materials for Edo governorship election
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) on Wednesday commenced the airlift of election materials for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to Benin, Edo State, ahead of the upcoming governorship election scheduled for 21 September 2024. A statement signed by Group Captain Kabiru Ali, Deputy Director, Public Relations and Information said, “This move is part of …
Sanwo-Olu celebrates deputy at 60
The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, congratulated his deputy, Obafemi Hamzat, on his 60th birthday, describing him as a reliable, hardworking, supportive, and committed partner. Hamzat will turn 60 on Thursday. In a statement on Wednesday, the governor also referred to Hamzat as a genius, brother, friend, and trusted partner in the …
Young girl killed by kidnappers in Ekiti laid to rest
The remains of Shileola Ogunmolasuyi, a 16-year-old secondary school leaver who was kidnapped along with her mother, Yemi Ogunmolasuyi, in Emure, Ekiti State, have been laid to rest. Kidnappers abducted Shile, her mother, and another woman, Caroline Taiwo, on August 31, 2024, near Oyimo River along the Emure-Eporo Road. The kidnappers had ambushed the vehicle …
Abia New Commissioner of police assumes duty
The newly appointed Commissioner of Police in Abia State, CP Danladi Nda has assumed duty as the 34th CP in the South East state, ABN TV reports. He succeeds AIG Kenechukwu Onwuemelie who has been promoted and redeployed to zone 13 Maiduguri. The PPRO in charge of the command, ASP Maureen Chioma Chinaka in a …
Over 3000 Lagos residents rendered homeless as gov, policemen set fire to buildings
Residents of Ayetoro community in the Yaba Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of Lagos State have raised the alarm over the alleged demolition of their buildings by the Lagos State government officials, especially the Task Force and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA). The demolition, which reportedly took place on Monday without prior notice, …
Yahaya Bello finally honours EFCC invitation
Former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has finally honoured the invitation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, over issues raised against him while in office as governor. A statement from Yahaya Bello media office, signed by Ohiare Michael, as Director, confirmed the honouring of the anti-graft agency’s invitation. The statement read …
President Tinubu assures of maximum support as he visits Maiduguri flood victims
President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, visited victims of the last Tuesday flood disaster that has killed no fewer than 30 persons, displaced more than two million people, and destroyed property worth billions of naira. This came as Jama’atu Nasril Islam, JNI, under the leadership of Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar IV has urged the …
Abuja residents panic as tremor, vibration hit Nigeria’s capital
Residents of Abuja living at Mpape in Bwari Area Council have been thrown into panic over continued suspected tremors and vibrations in parts of the city. Dr Ebenezer Adebisi, the Chairman, of Mpape Hills Landlord Association, told newsmen on Tuesday that the residents had been experiencing the vibration in the last five days. Adebisi, who …