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Man, Onuigbo Chibuzor Jailed For Currency Racketeering In Enugu
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Enugu has successfully prosecuted and sentenced Onuigbo Chibuzor for currency racketeering, following his guilty plea before Justice Mohammed Garba Umar of the Federal High Court.Chibuzor, who was apprehended in Otigba, New Haven, Enugu State, admitted to selling N40,000 in new Naira notes for -
AGN Holds Candlelight Service For Late Nollywood Veterans, Mr Ibu, Zuku Adigwe, Others In Abuja
The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, gathered in solemn remembrance as the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) organized a poignant candlelight procession to honor the memories of late veterans John Okafor, Amaechi Muonagor, and Zulu Adigwe at Unity Fountain in Abuja on Monday night.Led by Emeka Rollas, National President of AGN, the procession drew v -
Suspected Robber Lynched After Fatally Stabbing Teenage POS Operator In Taraba State
A tragic incident unfolded in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State as a suspected armed robber, who allegedly stabbed an eighteen-year-old Point of Sale (POS) operator to death, was lynched by angry youths on Monday.The victim, identified as a young girl preparing for her National Examination Council (NECO) exams, was attacked in her shop -
"Nigerians Are Not The Only Ones Facing Poverty And Suffering" - President Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu addressed pressing national issues during a gathering in Lagos on Monday, June 17, emphasizing that poverty and challenges faced by Nigerians must be confronted with a collective effort and a change in mindset.In a statement delivered by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu acknowledged -
Gunmen Reportedly Shot & Killed Okada Rider At Okesa Roundabout, Ado Ekiti
Tragedy struck around Okesa Roundabout as unidentified gunmen reportedly shot and killed a middle-aged man who was involved in issuing tickets to commercial motorcyclists in the area.According to witnesses, the assailants, riding on another motorcycle, opened fire on the victim before swiftly fleeing the scene. The incident has sparked fear and un -
400-Level Criminology Student Arrested For Sexual Assaultting A Male Student At FUOYE (Video)
A 400-level criminology student at the Federal University Oye Ekiti, identified as Asiwaju, has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a male student.The incident occurred on Monday, June 17. According to sources, Asiwaju was discovered assaulting the male student in his lodge. "This happened in my school. Asiwaju was caught raping -
FG Unveils Bill Gate's Funded GMO Seeds 'TELA Maize' To Boost Agricultural Output
In a significant stride to enhance maize production, the Nigerian federal government has introduced the TELA Maize Variety, a new strain of Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) seeds. The initiative was announced at a launch event in Abuja, highlighting the country's commitment to agricultural innovation and food security.The TELA Maize Variet -
BREAKING! Lagos Police Successfully Rescue Abducted Fouani Brothers
The Lagos Police Command has triumphantly announced the rescue of the three Fouani brothers, who were kidnapped on June 14th.The brothers, Abbas, Youssef, and Amtal Fouani, were abducted while traveling by boat from their electronics factory. The daring rescue operation, carried out by the Lagos Marine Police with support from the navy, also secur -
General Overseer, Godfrey Arrested For Attempting to Kidnap a Fellow Bishop in Delta
The arrest of Bishop Godfrey, the General Overseer and founder of a new generation church, has caused a significant stir in Agbarho, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. He was apprehended by police for allegedly attempting to kidnap a fellow bishop. During a search of his residence, police found three Army uniforms and over 20 SIM -
Tragedy Strikes Kubwa Hotel: Sex Worker, Zara Tua Stabbed To Death By Clients
In a shocking incident, a sex worker identified as Zara Tua was brutally murdered by two men who had checked her into a hotel in the Kubwa area of the Federal Capital Territory. The tragic event unfolded following a heated argument in their hotel room, leading to Zara's fatal stabbing.Witnesses reported that one of the men used a pair of scis -
President Bola Tinubu Jets Out On Another Foreign Trip
President Bola Tinubu will on Tuesday depart Lagos for Pretoria, South Africa, to attend the inauguration of President Cyril Ramaphosa.The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the inauguration of Ramaphosa follows his re-election as president for a second term.Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Media and Publicity, said in a statement -
Tobi Amusan Wins Fourth National Women’s 100m Hurdles Title; Eyes Olympic Glory
World record holder Tobi Amusan claimed her fourth national title in the women's 100m hurdles at the national trials on Monday, clocking an impressive 12.78 seconds. The 27-year-old sprinter, affectionately known as "Tobi Express," left her competitors in her wake, with Adaobi Tabugbo finishing second in 13.33 seconds and Faith Osam -
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma Donates 32 Vehicles To Imo Police (Photos)
Imo Governor Hope Uzodimma has donated 32 vehicles and 11 refurbished Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) to the Imo State Command of the Nigerian Police Force in order to bolster security and protect lives and property across the state.According to the Governor, the provision of the operational vehicles will address the pressing need for improved -
Hoodlums Burn Ten Vehicles, Raze Buildings & Destroy Properties In Jos Protest (Video)
No fewer than 10 vehicles belonging to some traders have been razed in Bukuru, Jos South local government of Plateau State. The incident occurred at Nerat Plaza in Jos Bukuru on Monday when the rampaging hoodlums destroyed several cars and razed buildings, following an alleged minor skirmish with security operatives at the Kugiya market .The -
Suspected Herdsmen Attack Taraba Community; Kill Six Villagers
Suspected herdsmen have killed six persons in an attack on villages in Maihula ward, a farming community in Bali Local Government Area of Taraba State.Several people were also injured in the attack which occurred in Mararaban Azagwa and Alele villages on Sunday, June 16, 2024, A resident of the area, Isah Abdul, told Punch on Monday that trouble s -
Tax From Manufacturers in Nigeria Declines By Over 70% Following Exit of Most Companies
Tax revenue from manufacturers in the country dropped sharply by 70.24 percent quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) to N43.2 billion in the first quarter of 2024 (Q1’24), down from N145.1 billion in the previous quarter (Q4’23).This data is from the Company Income Tax (CIT) Q1 2024 report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), which covers tax revenu -
Tragedy Strikes Hajj Pilgrimage As At Least 14 Die From Heatstroke In Sweltering Saudi Arabia
The annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia has turned tragic for Jordanian and Iranian pilgrims as scorching temperatures claim lives amidst the religious rituals.Jordan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that at least 14 Jordanian pilgrims have tragically passed away during the Hajj pilgrimage due to severe sunstroke exacerbated by an i -
Police Probe Death Of US-based Businessman, Onyejekwe Izuchukwu In Lagos Hotel
The Lagos State Police Command has launched an investigation into the tragic death of Onyejekwe Izuchukwu, a 62-year-old businessman based in Texas, USA, who was found deceased in a hotel room in Ikoyi.Izuchukwu, who returned to Nigeria for business engagements, tragically met his demise on June 9, 2024, under mysterious circumstances while lodgin -
Ogun State Teacher, Femi Onayemi Arrested For Alleged Defilement Of 13-Year-Old Girl
A teacher in Ogun State, Femi Onayemi, has been taken into custody by the Ogun State Police Command for allegedly defiling a 13-year-old girl in the Obada-Oko area. The arrest follows a shocking incident that has left the local community reeling.According to a police source who spoke to PUNCH Metro, Onayemi was hired by the girl's parents in -
Enugu Rangers International FC Secure ₦150m Prize for 2023/24 NPFL Title Win
Rangers International Football Club has clinched the 2023/24 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title, earning a reward of ₦150 million. The Flying Antelopes secured their eighth NPFL championship with a decisive 2-0 victory over Bendel Insurance at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu on Sunday.Kenechukwu Agu and Chidiebere Nwobodo netted th -
"Why Governors Rejected ₦62,000 Minimum Wage" - Budget Minister, Atiku Bagudu
Atiku Bagudu, the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, has weighed in on the contentious issue of the proposed ₦62,000 minimum wage for Nigerian workers under the Tinubu-led administration.Bagudu clarified that the reluctance of governors to accept this wage figure is rooted in the financial constraints faced by states and local governments -
MultiChoice Adjusts DStv And GOtv Subscription Prices Following Court Ruling
MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv and GOtv, has revised its subscription fees for its services after a court ordered the pay television provider to suspend its planned price hikes.The adjustment, which came into effect and reflected on the company's apps as of Sunday, June 16, 2024, sees a return to previous subscription rates across va -
Kaduna Troops Eliminate Late Bandit Leader, Buharin Yadi In Kaduna Following Recent Operations
In a significant development in the ongoing security operations in Kaduna State, troops from Sector 6 of Operation Whirl Punch have successfully neutralized a notorious bandit known as Daushe during a special fighting patrol in Giwa Local Government Area.The incident was confirmed by Samuel Aruwan, the overseeing Commissioner for the Ministry of I -
Nigerian Music Star, Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ Makes History With 1 Billion On-Demand Streams In The US
Nigerian music sensation Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has set a historic milestone with his hit song ‘Calm Down,’ becoming the first African track to surpass 1 billion on-demand streams in the United States.The remarkable achievement was confirmed by Chart Data, an American music stats company, which tweeted, “REMA’s ‘Calm D -
Former Daily Times City Editor, Sampson Iheanyi Amaku Passes Away At 86
Sampson Iheanyi Amaku, affectionately known as Sampen, a distinguished former City Editor of Daily Times newspapers in the 1970s, has been confirmed dead. Amaku, who hailed from Eziama Ancient Kingdom in Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State, passed away last week at the age of 86 after a brief illness.The news of his passing was shared -
Peter Obi Condemns Kidnappings & Ransom Demands In Foreign Currency; Calls For Stronger Security Measures
Peter Obi Condemns Kidnappings and Ransom Demands in Foreign Currency, Calls for Stronger Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has voiced grave concerns over the escalating trend of kidnappings and ransom demands in foreign currency, stressing their detrimental impact on Nigeria’s economy.In a series of state -
"I Was Attacked Online" - Adekunle Gold Opens Up About Abuse After Revealing Sickle Cell Struggle
Nigerian singer Adekunle Gold has shared his experience of being trolled online after publicly disclosing his battle with sickle cell disease. The artist, known for his hit song "Orente," revealed that he faced significant backlash and abuse on social media following his announcement.In a recent interview with CNN, Adekunle Gold explaine -
Nigerian Air Force Kills Over 100 Terrorists In Katsina State Airstrikes
In a significant victory against terrorism, the Nigerian Air Force's Operation Hadarin Daji has successfully targeted a notorious criminal group associated with Yusuf Yellow and Rabe Imani in Faskari Local Government Area. The nighttime airstrikes resulted in the deaths of over 100 terrorists and the destruction of 45 motorcycles used by the -
Jigawa Police Arrest 43-Yr-Old Suspect, Mahmud Adam Recover Stolen SUV in Gwaram
The Jigawa State Police Command has successfully apprehended Mahmud Adam, 43, in connection with a car theft and recovered a stolen SUV in Gwaram Local Government Area.The command’s spokesman, DSP Shiisu Adam, announced on Sunday, June 16, that the suspect was detained on Saturday, June 15. This arrest followed a report of a stolen Honda CRV, wi -
UPDATE: Guinness Denies Report Of Exiting Nigeria
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