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  • Man Arrested For Stealing LED Road Light on The Newly Renovated 3rd Mainland Bridge

    . Man Arrested For Stealing LED Road Light on The Newly Renovated 3rd Mainland Bridge

     On the morning of Friday, June 6, operatives of the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS) apprehended a suspect identified as Mubarak Abdullahi, aged 18, for vandalizing LED road stud lights on the newly renovated Third Mainland Bridge. The suspect, who resides in Makoko, was caught in the act around 10:00 a.m., having already removed ten LED road stud
  • VP Shettima Commissions Construction of N15bn Vice President Mansion in Abuja, Nigerians React

    . VP Shettima Commissions Construction of N15bn Vice President Mansion in Abuja, Nigerians React

     The recent commissioning of the Vice President's residence in Abuja by VP Kashim Shettima marks the latest development in a project that has seen substantial changes since its inception. Originally approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) in 2010 at an estimated cost of N7 billion, the construction of this residence had faced delays an
  • BREAKING: Multichoice Ordered To Give Nigerians One Month Free DSTV, GOTV Subscription

    . BREAKING: Multichoice Ordered To Give Nigerians One Month Free DSTV, GOTV Subscription

     A three-man panel of the Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal has ordered Multichoice Nigeria to give subscribers on the DStv and GOtv platforms one month of free subscription.The tribunal also fined Multichoice N150 million for challenging the jurisdiction of the court, which recently restrained it from increasing the prices of its DStv a
  • Saudi Arabia Announces Sunday June 16 As Sallah Day

    . Saudi Arabia Announces Sunday June 16 As Sallah Day

     Saudi Arabia have confirmed the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent.This marks the beginning of the 12th month of the Islamic lunar calendar.As a result of this, the holy month of Dhul Hijjah will commence on Friday, June 14, 2024.The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia had called on all Muslims across the Kingdom to participate in the sighting of the
  • Nigeria v South Africa: World Cup Qualification Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

    . Nigeria v South Africa: World Cup Qualification Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

     Date: Friday 7th June, 2024 Time : 8:00 pm Stadium Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo Referee   Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Nigeria [/size]As mentioned, Nigeria are missing a few key players, with the most notable being Napoli forward Victor Osimhen, who will not feature in either of the side's qualifiers this month due to injury.Georg
  • Former Military Administrator of Enugu State, J.S Anga Dies at 83

    . Former Military Administrator of Enugu State, J.S Anga Dies at 83

     J.S Anga, a former Military Administrator of Enugu State and retired Commissioner of Police, has passed away at the age of 83. Anga died on Tuesday at his residence in Bukuru, near Jos, after a protracted illness.Originating from Nasarawa State, Anga served as the military governor of Enugu State. He held the traditional title of Galadiman Eggon a
  • EFCC Arraigns TStv CEO, Bright Echefu, For Defrauding Ex-Minister of N380 Million

    . EFCC Arraigns TStv CEO, Bright Echefu, For Defrauding Ex-Minister of N380 Million

     Bright Echefu, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Telecom Satellites Limited (TStv), has been arraigned in court by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on charges of money laundering. He, along with three others, faces a nine-count charge. The charges include defrauding Mr. Tanimu, MD of Kalsiyam Global and former
  • Finance Minister, Wale Edun Submits New Minimum Wage Cost to President Tinubu

    . Finance Minister, Wale Edun Submits New Minimum Wage Cost to President Tinubu

     The recent developments concerning the new national minimum wage in Nigeria have seen significant progress with key government officials actively engaging in negotiations. On Thursday, Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, submitted the financial implications of the proposed new minimum wage to President Bola
  • BREAKING: Gombe To Issue Almajirai ID Cards

    . BREAKING: Gombe To Issue Almajirai ID Cards

     Gombe State Government will begin data capture of all Tsangaya Schools and Almajirai across the state.This is part of the government’s effort to reform the Almajirai system of education and ascertain their number and states of origin.Special Adviser to Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya on Tsangaya and Almajirai, Sayyada Aminatu, disclosed this in a
  • UPDATE: Nigerian Govt To Suspend Tariff, Import Duty On Staple Foods, Pharmaceuticals, Others

    . UPDATE: Nigerian Govt To Suspend Tariff, Import Duty On Staple Foods, Pharmaceuticals, Others

     The Nigerian government has unveiled a plan to bring down inflation in the country through tariff and import duty suspension for food, raw materials for production, pharmaceuticals, inputs for agriculture production and other fiscal measures.The Minister of Finance, Wale Edun disclosed this in a recent presentation of the proposed Accelerated Stab
  • Official Lyrics of Nigeria's New National Anthem As Released By National Orientation Agency

    . Official Lyrics of Nigeria's New National Anthem As Released By National Orientation Agency

     Standardized lyrics of the reintroduced national anthem have been released by the National Orientation Agency (NOA).Lanre Issa-Onilu, the Director-General (DG) of NOA who spoke at the presentation of the official version of the new national anthem in Abuja on Wednesday, June 5, said since reintroducing the old anthem, many Nigerians have “shown
  • Mike Bamiloye Tackles Nigerian Pastors With Mega Parishes & Feed Their Members With 'Fake News'

    . Mike Bamiloye Tackles Nigerian Pastors With Mega Parishes & Feed Their Members With 'Fake News'

     Mike Bamiloye, a prominent Nigerian clergyman and founder of Mount Zion Faith Ministries, has criticized some Nigerian pastors with large congregations, commonly referred to as mega parishes. He accused these pastors of misleading their congregants with "fake news," emphasizing superficial aspects such as fashion, vainglory, and their pe
  • Women Affairs Minister, Uju Kennedy Mourns Demise of NCWS National President

    . Women Affairs Minister, Uju Kennedy Mourns Demise of NCWS National President

     Mrs Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, the Minister of Women Affairs, expressed sadness over the death of Hajiya Lami Adamu Lau, the National President of the National Council of Women Societies (NCWS), which occurred on Tuesday.Kennedy-Adamu, who visited the NCWS headquarters in Abuja, described Lami Adamu-Lau, as a mother and committed towards uplifting Nige
  • Linda Ikeji Clears The Air On Issue About Her Son's Surname

    . Linda Ikeji Clears The Air On Issue About Her Son's Surname

     Famous Nigerian blogger, Linda Ikeji breaks silence on her son taking up her surname instead of that of his father. It would be recalled that news had made the rounds when it was opined by netizens that she changed her son’s surname to that of hers, shortly after she made a post referring to the young chap as Jayce Ikeji. “Jayce Ikeji and Rya
  • President Tinubu Re-names Abuja Highway After Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka

    . President Tinubu Re-names Abuja Highway After Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka

     President Bola Tinubu has recently renamed a prominent highway in Abuja after the esteemed Nigerian playwright and Nobel laureate, Wole Soyinka. This act serves as an homage to Soyinka's extensive contributions to literature, human rights, and his influential role in Nigeria's cultural and political landscape. The renaming of the highway
  • BREAKING: FG To Begin Immediate Payment Of N75k Cash To Nigerians To Reduce Hardship

    . BREAKING: FG To Begin Immediate Payment Of N75k Cash To Nigerians To Reduce Hardship

     The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced an initiative to begin the immediate payment of ₦75,000 in cash to Nigerians. This measure aims to alleviate the economic hardships faced by many citizens and provide much-needed financial assistance.The initiative reflects the government's response to the ongoing economic challenges and its c
  • BREAKING: NLC, TUC Suspend Nationwide Strike

    . BREAKING: NLC, TUC Suspend Nationwide Strike

    The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have suspended the ongoing nationwide strike over a consensus reached on a new minimum wage and the hike in electricity tariff with the Federal Government.Announcing the development on Tuesday morning, the President of the TUC, Festus Osifo said organised labour resolved to calle
  • BREAKING: Visa Ban Imposed On Nigeria By UAE Resolved Says Minister Of Aviation, Festus Keyamo

    . BREAKING: Visa Ban Imposed On Nigeria By UAE Resolved Says Minister Of Aviation, Festus Keyamo

     Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, has said the United Arab Emirates, UAE, authorities have concluded plans to lift the travel barriers between it and Nigeria.Speaking to newsmen at the welcome dinner for delegates attending the International Air Transport Association, IATA, 80 Annual General Meeting and World Air Tr
  • NIGERIA: Resolutions from the Meeting Between the Federal Government and Organised Labour

    . NIGERIA: Resolutions from the Meeting Between the Federal Government and Organised Labour

     In response to the withdrawal of Labour from the negotiations by the Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage (NMW), the Leadership of the National Assembly intervened on June 2, 2024. This led to the Organised Labour declaring a nationwide strike on Monday, June 3, 2024, to press their demands.In the interest of the nation, the Federal Gover
  • UEFA Champion's King, Real Madrid Confirms Signing Of Kylian Mbappe On Five-Year Deal

    .. UEFA Champion's King, Real Madrid Confirms Signing Of Kylian Mbappe On Five-Year Deal

     Spanish giants, Real Madrid has confirmed the signing of Kylian Mbappe on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain.The France international penned a five-year contract with Real Madrid after several years of speculation suggesting a move was imminent during the previous two summers.Mbappe ultimately committed his future to PSG following the depart
  • JUST IN: No Going Back, NLC, TUC Insist On Indefinite Strike Despite Meeting With NASS, SGF

    . JUST IN: No Going Back, NLC, TUC Insist On Indefinite Strike Despite Meeting With NASS, SGF

     The Nigerian Labour Congress, NLC, and the Trade Union Congress, TUC, have resolved to proceed with their indefinite strike.This is despite the call from the National Assembly leadership to resume negotiations.More to come…
  • Blockbuster:Anthony Joshua Sets Up Wembley Showdown With Daniel Dubois In IBF Heavyweight Title

    . Blockbuster:Anthony Joshua Sets Up Wembley Showdown With Daniel Dubois In IBF Heavyweight Title

     Anthony Joshua is poised to trade blows with British rival Daniel Dubois at Wembley in September, according to talkSPORT's Spencer Oliver.Dubois proved he has the intangibles to hang with the upper echelons of the heavyweight division with a spirited display against Filip Hrgovic on Saturday night.Boxing fans had branded Dubois "a quitte
  • JUST IN! Federal Govt & Labour Unions Hold Crucial Talks Ahead Of Indefinite Strike Over Minimum Wage (Video)

    . JUST IN! Federal Govt & Labour Unions Hold Crucial Talks Ahead Of Indefinite Strike Over Minimum Wage (Video)

     In a last-ditch effort to avert an impending nationwide strike, representatives of the federal government and the National Assembly are meeting with leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) in Abuja. The meeting, which commenced at approximately 5:30 p.m. at the National Assembly complex, was convened by the
  • Four Killed In Renewed Cult Clashes In Edo State

    . Four Killed In Renewed Cult Clashes In Edo State

     A wave of violent cult clashes in Edo State has left at least four people dead, with incidents reported in Benin City and Auchi. The deadly confrontations appear to be part of an ongoing supremacy battle among various cult groups in the state. Among the victims is a student from Auchi Polytechnic, who was attacked at the Campus One Gate. Other vic
  • Nigerian Army & Police Rescue Eight Kidnapped CUSTECH Students In Joint Operation (Photos)

    .. Nigerian Army & Police Rescue Eight Kidnapped CUSTECH Students In Joint Operation (Photos)

     In a coordinated effort, troops of the Nigerian Army, alongside operatives from the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies, successfully rescued eight students from the Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH), Osara, Kogi State. The students had been held hostage by terrorists in a dense forest near Oro Ago Village in K
  • Edo State Police Arrest 19-Year-Old for Kidnapping Four-Year-Old Pupil & Demanding 300K Ransom

    . Edo State Police Arrest 19-Year-Old for Kidnapping Four-Year-Old Pupil & Demanding 300K Ransom

     In a significant breakthrough, the Edo State Police Command has arrested 19-year-old Godstime Abhulime on charges of kidnapping a four-year-old girl and demanding a ransom of ₦300,000. The arrest was confirmed by the State Commissioner of Police, Funsho Adegboye.According to reports from the Daily Post, the incident occurred in Emaudo, Ekpoma, l
  • 40-yr-old Lagos Businessman, Chinedu Okafor Arraigned For Manufacturing Fake Alcoholic Products

    . 40-yr-old Lagos Businessman, Chinedu Okafor Arraigned For Manufacturing Fake Alcoholic Products

     A 40-year-old Lagos-based businessman, Chinedu Okafor, found himself in legal trouble after being arraigned in court for allegedly manufacturing counterfeit alcoholic beverages by the National Agency for Food Drug and Administrative Control (NAFDAC).Okafor, who is also the proprietor of Sky Blue Company, appeared before a Federal High Court in Lag
  • NAFDAC Bans Dichlorvos, Warns Against Hazardous Food Preservation Methods

    . NAFDAC Bans Dichlorvos, Warns Against Hazardous Food Preservation Methods

     In a bid to protect public health, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has taken a decisive step by banning the use of dichlorvos, a chemical often employed by traders to preserve food items. This move comes amidst growing concerns over the perilous practice of using such chemicals to extend the shelf life of
  • Four Arrested For Burglary In Lafia, Nasarawa State

    . Four Arrested For Burglary In Lafia, Nasarawa State

     Nasarawa State Police Command operatives have apprehended four individuals suspected of burglarizing an electronic store in the Rimi Uku area of Lafia, the state capital, and looting valuable items.DSP Ramhan Nansel, the command's spokesperson, revealed this development in a statement issued on Sunday. The arrests came in response to a compla
  • Nigerian Navy Petty Officer, M Nasiru Dismissed For Theft

    . Nigerian Navy Petty Officer, M Nasiru Dismissed For Theft

     A Petty Officer (PO) in the Nigerian Navy, identified as M Nasiru, has faced dismissal from service following allegations of theft.As reported by a military signal obtained by *SaharaReporters*, the dismissed officer stands accused of stealing various items from a retired Naval rating who generously provided accommodation for him and his family in

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