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  • BREAKING; Reps, NAFDAC Lift Ban On Sales Of Sachet Alcohol Drinks

    . BREAKING; Reps, NAFDAC Lift Ban On Sales Of Sachet Alcohol Drinks

    The House of Representatives and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) have lifted the ban on the sale and consumption of sachet alcoholic beverages.The Deputy spokesperson for the House, Hon. Philip Agbese who announced this in Abuja on Friday said the sales will remain in effect until the economy recovers from
  • BREAKING; FG Declares Monday, Tuesday Public Holidays For Eid-el-Kabir Celebration

    . BREAKING; FG Declares Monday, Tuesday Public Holidays For Eid-el-Kabir Celebration

     The Federal Government, on Friday, declared next Monday and Tuesday public holidays to celebrate Eid-el-Kabir.Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Aishetu Ndayako, who announced the public holidays in a statement.According Mrs Ndayako, said the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, congratulated the Muslim faithful at home and abro
  • Court Discharges Tigran Gambaryan & Nadeem From Tax Evasion Case Against Binance

    . Court Discharges Tigran Gambaryan & Nadeem From Tax Evasion Case Against Binance

     An Abuja Federal High Court on Friday discharged Tigran Gambaryan and Nadeem Anjarwalla of Binance Holdings Limited for tax evasion.The case was filed before the court by the Federal Inland Revenue Service, FIRS.This court gave the ruling on Friday after the FIRS amended its charges in response to Binance appointing a Nigerian representative, Ayod
  • Germany v Scotland: EURO 2024 Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

    . Germany v Scotland: EURO 2024 Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

     Date: Friday 14th June, 2024 Time : 8:00 pm Stadium Allianz Arena Referee  Clement Turpin (France) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Germany [/size]Julian Nagelsmann has a new roster issue hampering his preparations ahead of his side’s the UEFA Euro 2024 curtain raiser. Ahead of the clash with Scotland, Germany’s head coach has seen one
  • World Bank Approves Nigeria’s $2.25 Billion Loan Request

    . World Bank Approves Nigeria’s $2.25 Billion Loan Request

     The World Bank has approved two significant financing facilities totaling $2.25 billion to support Nigeria's efforts in stabilizing its economy. This move aims to bolster the Federal Government’s initiatives towards inclusive growth and revenue diversification.The approval was announced in a statement titled, “Supporting Nigeria’s Homeg
  • NFF Set to Demote Head Coach, Finidi George, Says Foreign Coach is Required

    . NFF Set to Demote Head Coach, Finidi George, Says Foreign Coach is Required

     According to sources, the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) plans to renegotiate Finidi George’s contract, downgrading his role and salary after hiring a foreign coach for the Super EaglesAn official revealed that Finidi’s current monthly salary of approximately 15 million Naira, signed in a one-year contract with a performance-based option f
  • Troops Eliminate Notorious Terrorist Kingpin 'Buharin Yadi' & His Fighters In Kaduna (Photos)

    . Troops Eliminate Notorious Terrorist Kingpin 'Buharin Yadi' & His Fighters In Kaduna (Photos)

     The notorious bandit leader, Buharin Yadi, who had been terrorizing the Northern region of Nigeria, has been eliminated by the Nigerian Army. This significant development was announced by Samuel Aruwan, the Overseeing Commissioner for the Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs in Kaduna State, through a statement released on Thursday, June
  • Nigeria Police Dismantles Cartel Dealing In Billion-Naira Jewelry Obtained From Robbery Operations In Abuja

    . Nigeria Police Dismantles Cartel Dealing In Billion-Naira Jewelry Obtained From Robbery Operations In Abuja

     The Nigeria Police Force has successfully dismantled a high-value cartel involved in trading jewelry worth billions of Naira, stolen during armed robberies in Abuja and its surroundings.The Force spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, revealed in a statement that the breakthrough came after a robbery incident on April 28, 2024, at the residence of a
  • Troops Decimate Bandit Camps, Seize Items In Taraba State Operation (Photos)

    .. Troops Decimate Bandit Camps, Seize Items In Taraba State Operation (Photos)

     In a decisive move to combat kidnapping and criminal activities in Taraba State, troops from the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 3 of Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS) executed a strategic clearance operation on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. The operation successfully dismantled multiple kidnappers' camps and recovered valuable items in the Chinkai
  • Makurdi Courts Sentence 32 Internet Fraudsters To Various Jail Terms (Photos)

    .. Makurdi Courts Sentence 32 Internet Fraudsters To Various Jail Terms (Photos)

     The Federal High Court Makurdi and the Benue State High Court have sentenced thirty-two individuals to various jail terms for their involvement in internet fraud. The convictions were handed down by Justices M.S. Abubakar, A. Onoja, and M.I. Ikpambese.The suspects were prosecuted by the Makurdi Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Co
  • Customs Boss Hails Officers For Rejecting N1.5m Bribe In Railway Vandalism Case (Photos)

    .. Customs Boss Hails Officers For Rejecting N1.5m Bribe In Railway Vandalism Case (Photos)

     The Customs Area Comptroller of the Sokoto/Zamfara Command, Kamal Mohammed, has commended his officers for their integrity in rejecting a ₦1.5 million bribe after apprehending three suspects involved in railway track vandalism.In a statement shared on the agency's X handle, Mohammed detailed the operation, revealing that the suspects are pa
  • Cross River Police Detain Corporal, Buba Adamu For Deserting Duty Post For Nine Years & Criminal Activities

    . Cross River Police Detain Corporal, Buba Adamu For Deserting Duty Post For Nine Years & Criminal Activities

     The Cross River State Police Command has detained Corporal Buba Adamu, who has been absent from duty since his transfer to Kaduna State in 2015. The shocking revelation was confirmed by the command’s spokesperson, SP Irene Ugbo, during a press briefing in Calabar on Wednesday.Adamu, who continued to receive his salary for nearly nine years despi
  • "Accept Minimum Wage Offer That Won't Lead To Job Losses" - FG Persuades Labour

    . "Accept Minimum Wage Offer That Won't Lead To Job Losses" - FG Persuades Labour

     The ongoing standoff between Organised Labour and the Federal Government continues as labour unions remain steadfast in their demand for a ₦250,000 minimum wage, while the government sticks to its ₦62,000 offer.In a bid to break the deadlock, Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris urged the unions to consider the gover
  • Nigerian Police Inspector Sentenced To Death Over Killing Of Phone Dealer in Delta

    . Nigerian Police Inspector Sentenced To Death Over Killing Of Phone Dealer in Delta

     An Inspector of the Nigeria Police Force, Ubi Ebri, has been handed death sentence by the Delta State High Court in Asaba.In a ruling on Tuesday, the court, led by Justice C. D. Diai, found Ebri guilty of the crime of the murder of Onyeka Ibeh, a well-known phone dealer in Asaba.Ibeh, who was a well-liked phone dealer in Asaba, and his wife were r
  • Tragedy Strikes As Man Stabs Girlfriend to Death After She Caught Him Cheating

    . Tragedy Strikes As Man Stabs Girlfriend to Death After She Caught Him Cheating

     A harrowing incident has left the community of Kasoa reeling after a woman was fatally stabbed during a domestic dispute allegedly fueled by infidelity.Adam Nana, a resident of Kasoa, is at the center of the controversy, facing potential charges following the death of his girlfriend. Reports indicate that the fatal altercation erupted when Nana’
  • Emergency Workers Rescue Petrol Attendant Who Fell Into Underground Tank At Agege

    .. Emergency Workers Rescue Petrol Attendant Who Fell Into Underground Tank At Agege

     Emergency responders sprang into action on Tuesday evening following an incident at Coinoil Petrol Station on Capitol Road, Agege area of Lagos State, where a petrol attendant fell into an underground petrol reservoir.The dramatic rescue operation unfolded around 6 p.m. when the attendant, while checking the fuel level in the underground tank, acc
  • Police Rescue Toddler, Arrest Kidnappers' Leader In Yobe State Operation

    . Police Rescue Toddler, Arrest Kidnappers' Leader In Yobe State Operation

     In a commendable operation, the Yobe State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has announced the successful rescue of a toddler from a kidnappers' hideout, alongside the apprehension of the gang leader.This significant development was confirmed by DSP Dungus Abdulkarim, the Command's Public Relations Officer, in a statement released on W
  • 25 Persons Killed In Enugu In Multiple Crashes At Nigerian Army Checkpoint On Democracy Day

    .. 25 Persons Killed In Enugu In Multiple Crashes At Nigerian Army Checkpoint On Democracy Day

     In a deeply saddening turn of events, a tragic accident has claimed the lives of as many as 25 people in Enugu State, according to reports from SaharaReporters.The incident occurred at Ugwu Onyeama along the Enugu-Onitsha federal highway and involved a total of 10 vehicles, including both private and commercial buses. The accident, reportedly caus
  • Abuja-Kaduna Train Derails, Third Time in Three Weeks, Causes Panic Among Passengers

    . Abuja-Kaduna Train Derails, Third Time in Three Weeks, Causes Panic Among Passengers

     In the early hours of Wednesday, a passenger train traveling between Kaduna and Abuja derailed, leaving numerous passengers stranded and causing widespread concern.The train, carrying an unknown number of passengers, derailed at an unspecified location along its route, leading to confusion and panic among the relatives of those on board who are an
  • 31 States & 148 Local Government Areas At Risk Of Flooding, Warns NEMA

    . 31 States & 148 Local Government Areas At Risk Of Flooding, Warns NEMA

     The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has issued a warning that 31 states and 148 Local Government Areas (LGAs) across Nigeria face significant flooding risks this rainy season.NEMA has called on state governments in flood-prone areas to support its initiatives for early flood warnings and to implement strategies aimed at minimizing risk
  • Abia Police Corporal, Obagi Njok Dismissed For Killing Aba Businessman, Emmanuel Okocha

    .. Abia Police Corporal, Obagi Njok Dismissed For Killing Aba Businessman, Emmanuel Okocha

     Police Corporal Obagi Njok has been dismissed from the Nigerian Police Force following a disciplinary investigation into the fatal shooting of Aba-based businessman Emmanuel Okocha.The incident occurred in April 2024, when Okocha, a prominent businessman from Abiriba in Ohafia LGA, was shot by Corporal Njok in Aba, leading to his death. The Abia S
  • Nigerian Air Force Eliminates 29 Bandits, Rescues Hostages In Katsina State Operation

    . Nigerian Air Force Eliminates 29 Bandits, Rescues Hostages In Katsina State Operation

     In a significant crackdown on banditry, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has successfully eliminated 29 bandits during a targeted bombing operation near Bakori Hills and Yartsintsiya in the Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State. Among the rescued hostages is the daughter of the village head of Ruwan Godiya.The Chief Press Secretary to the Gov
  • Mountain Of Fire & Miracles (MFM) Denies Locking Up Former Members In Alleged Robbery Plot

    .. Mountain Of Fire & Miracles (MFM) Denies Locking Up Former Members In Alleged Robbery Plot

     The Mountain of Fire and Miracle Ministries (MFM) has firmly denied allegations that it orchestrated the wrongful imprisonment of former members Femi Jimoh and Caleb Oloruntele, accused in connection with a supposed plan to attack the church. The church's Chief Legal Adviser clarified that the arrests were based on credible threats and that l
  • Six Masquerades Arrested In Ebonyi State For Violating Parade Ban

    .. Six Masquerades Arrested In Ebonyi State For Violating Parade Ban

     Six masquerades have been arrested at Okwor Ngbo market for allegedly beating people and defying a ban on parading themselves on market days. The arrests were made in response to complaints from market women and community leaders in the Ngbo area.Community leaders had previously warned youths against using masquerades to harass and extort money fr
  • Man Arrested For Hacking Employer To Death With A Machete 6 Weeks After Resuming Work

    . Man Arrested For Hacking Employer To Death With A Machete 6 Weeks After Resuming Work

     Fred Cheluba Murunga, who allegedly hacked his 63-year-old employer to death with a machete, has been apprehended 20 months after the crime. The arrest took place at a security firm in Ruiru, where Murunga was seeking employment.The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) confirmed the arrest in a statement on Tuesday. According to the DCI, M
  • BREAKING: Nollywood Mourns As Veteran Actor Sule Suebebe Passes On

    . BREAKING: Nollywood Mourns As Veteran Actor Sule Suebebe Passes On

     Veteran Nollywood actor, Dayo Adewunmi, popularly known as Sule Suebebe, is dead.He died on Wednesday morning, June 12, at an undisclosed hospital in Ibadan, Oyo State.The sad news was announced by a popular Ibadan-based cleric, Pastor Ademola Amusan, also known as Agbala Gabriel, who had been caring for the actor in recent months. “It’s a pit
  • How Cholera Kills Five, 60 Hospitalised In Lagos

    . How Cholera Kills Five, 60 Hospitalised In Lagos

     The Lagos State Government, on Tuesday, called for heightened vigilance and the adoption of precautionary measures to prevent potential spread of cholera in the stateThis is following an increase in severe gastroenteritis cases reported in the last 48 hours.Speaking on the surveillance reports reaching his desk in the Ministry of Health, the Lagos
  • Gunmen Kill Two Police Officers And Passerby At Imo State Checkpoint

    . Gunmen Kill Two Police Officers And Passerby At Imo State Checkpoint

     In a brazen attack early Tuesday morning, two police officers and a passerby were killed by gunmen at a security checkpoint in Akabo, Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State. The attack occurred during a routine stop-and-search operation along the Owerri-Okigwe-Enugu road.Eyewitnesses reported that the gunmen, who arrived in a Sienna bus, opene
  • 26-year-old Security Guard, Muhammed Abubakar Kills Alleged Phone Thief In Sagamu

    . 26-year-old Security Guard, Muhammed Abubakar Kills Alleged Phone Thief In Sagamu

     A 26-year-old security guard, Muhammed Abubakar, is on the run after allegedly killing an unidentified man who reportedly tried to steal his phone in the Ajaka area of Sagamu.According to Punch, the incident occurred when Abubakar struck the victim on the head with a large plank, causing a fatal injury. A resident, who spoke anonymously, described
  • JUNE 12: ‘We’ll Soon Send Bill On New Minimum Wage To National Assembly’ – Pres. Tinubu

    . JUNE 12: ‘We’ll Soon Send Bill On New Minimum Wage To National Assembly’ – Pres. Tinubu

     President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that he will soon send a new minimum wage bill to the National Assembly.Tinubu disclosed this in his democracy day broadcast on Wednesday.He noted that his government did not crackdown on Organised Labour as the dictatorship government would have done. “We have negotiated in good fate and open arms with organ

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