Fifteen victims of a tragic attack by a new terror group, Lakurawa on Mera village, have been given mass burial. According to a BBC Hausa report, the incident happened on Friday near Mera community in Augie Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The funeral prayer was attended by Deputy Governor, Umar Tafida, Commissioner of Police …
Late Akwa Ibom first lady, Patience Eno’s burial date fixed
The funeral is set to take place on November 29, 2024, with a service at her country home in Ikot Ekpene Udo, Nsit Ubium Local Government Area. Governor Umo Eno, her grieving husband, along with the bereaved family and the State Government, have finalized the arrangements to celebrate her impactful life and lasting legacy. The …
UK introduces 2-Year temporary work visa to attract global talent
The UK government has unveiled the 2-Year Temporary Work Visa, catering to foreign nationals aiming to live and work in the UK for up to two years. This visa is part of the UK’s initiative to draw international talent, address workforce shortages, and support sectors that require seasonal or short-term labor. Understanding the 2-Year Temporary Work Visa The …
EFCC arrests two for suspected money laundering in Abuja
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arrested two men in Abuja over suspected cases of money laundering and internet-related crimes. This was disclosed in a post on the Comission’s official X handle. The suspects, identified as Joshua Ndu and Michael Uchenna, were arrested at Al-Gamji Estate in the Guzape axis of the FCT, …
IG condemns police extortion, orders punishment for culprits
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has condemned the spate of extortion allegations against some officers of the force in various areas across the country. He specifically referenced a recent case involving officers from the Zone 16 Zonal Headquarters in Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa State. In this case, officers identified as ASP Emmanuel …
Nigerian Army confirms emergence of new terrorists’ group in northwest
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the emergence of a new terrorists group known as ‘Lukarawas’, in the northwestern part of Nigeria. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, made this known while briefing newsmen on the operations of the military on Thursday, November 8, in Abuja Buba said that the new terrorist group …
Protest rocks Abuja over mass demolitions by FCT Minister Wike
Residents of Ruga, a settlement along Airport Road, Abuja, took to the streets on Friday to protest the demolition of their homes by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Wike had previously ordered a task force, “Operation Sweep,” to demolish Ruga and other communities within the nation’s capital to clear the city of perceived nuisances and criminal …
How my late Wife Stella got me out of Prison – Obasanjo
Former Nigeria President, Olusegun Obasanjo has praised his late wife, Stella Obasanjo, revealing how she left no stone unturned to secure his release from prison. According to Obasanjo, no amount of honour given to his wife would be too much. Obasanjo who spoke during the inauguration of 250 bed space, Stella Obasanjo Hospital …
3 arrested and charged in connection with singer Liam Payne’s death
Three people are in custody in Argentina in connection with singer Liam Payne’s death. One is charged with abandonment, while the other two are accused of supplying and facilitating the drugs, including one who was reportedly a hotel employee. It could be recalled that the One Direction star died on 16 October after falling from …
Gov. Otti renames Abia poly after ex-governor, Ogbonnaya Onu
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has renamed Abia State Polytechnic Aba after the first Executive Governor of Abia State, the late Dr Ogbonnaya Onu. Gov. Otti disclosed this during an interdenominational church service in honour of the departed statesman on Thursday in Umuahia, the state capital. The polytechnic was established in 1992 during Onu’s tenure …