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Four policemen killed, burnt in patrol van in Edo
Four policemen attached to the Sabongida-Ora Divisional Police Headquarters, were on Saturday evening killed and burnt in their patrol van by unknown persons in Owan West Local Government Area of Edo.
Flood wreaks havoc in Abeokuta, mother and child missing
Scores of people, including a mother and child were missing Friday and properties worth billions of naira were destroyed after a massive flood ravaged parts of Abeokuta, the Ogun state capital, and its environs.
President Buhari’s achievements under-reported – Winifred Oyo-Ita
The Head of Service of the Federation (HOSF), Winifred Oyo-Ita, says the achievements recorded by President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration are not being given adequate publicity.
Nigerian Army launches ‘Operation Cat Race’ to tackle herdsmen crisis
The Nigerian Army has said it would begin a special exercise tagged: ”Operation Cat Race”, which in Tiv language means “Ayem Akpatuma’’ to tackle the recurring herdsmen/farmers clashes and criminal activities in the states.
Nigerian military redeploys 399 officers in major shake-up
The Spokesperson for the Defence Headquarters, Abuja, Maj Gen John Enenche, and 398 other officers have been redeployed in a major posting and appointment released by the Nigerian Army on Friday.
Police officers protest non-payment of two months salaries
Some police officers who have salary accounts with the Yola branch of the Nigeria Police Force Microfinance Bank have protested the non-payment of their outstanding October and November salaries.
Enugu CP Mohammed Danmallam commends men for gallantry
Mr Mohammed Danmallam, Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command has commended operatives of the Anti-Vice Squad of Police Zone-9 Headquarters, Umuahia for smashing suspected notorious armed robbery squad along Udi-Ozalla road.
NAHCON advises intending pilgrims on timely payment of 2018 Hajj fare
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has advised intending pilgrims to ensure timely payment of 2018 Hajj fare to enable the commission meet the deadline for closure of registration by the Saudi Authority.
We are delighted to host World Aviation Forum – Senator Hadi Sirika
The Minister of State for Aviation, Sen Hadi Sirika, says Nigeria is delighted to host the third International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) World Aviation Forum (IWAF), which began in Abuja on Monday.
Kaduna govt to replace teachers who failed primary four exam
Kaduna State Executive Council has approved the outcome of the primary four teachers’ competency test and directed immediate process for recruiting 25,000 teachers to replace those who failed the examination.
South African families battle to uncover apartheid truth
For 40 years he has waited to discover the truth of how his son died at the hands of police during South Africa’s apartheid era.
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INEC to recruit 7, 727 ad-hoc staff for Katsina senatorial bye-election
No fewer than 7, 727 ad-hoc staff would be recruited by Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct bye-election into Katsina North Senatorial District in Katsina State.
Ekiti Governor-elect Fayemi to probe Ayodele Fayose’s administration
The Ekiti State Governor-elect, Kayode Fayemi, has said that his administration will examine the receipt and expenditure of the state and also determine why workers salaries have been unpaid, under the incumbent governor, Ayodele Fayose
Javier Tebas: Spain taxes chased Cristiano Ronaldo away from Real Madrid
Spain's high tax rate was a contributing factor in Cristiano Ronaldo's decision to join Juventus, according to La Liga president Javier Tebas.
Osun guber: APC panel assures 17 aspirants of level playing ground
The electoral panel set up by the leadership of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for Osun state governorship primary has assured the 17 aspirants of the party of transparency and level playing ground.
NFF holds emergency congress July 27 to end crises
The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, under the leadership of Ambassador Chris Giwa has called for an emergency congress with a view to finding a lasting solution to the lingering crises rocking the football in the country.
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Governor Dickson: President Buhari’s comment on restructuring very ‘unpresidential’
The Governor of Bayelsa State, Henry Seriake Dickson, on Thursday picked holes on the position of President Muhammadu Buhari on the agitation for the restructuring of Nigeria, describing it as threat to national security.
APC suspends Edo lawmaker for anti-party activities
An All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmaker in Edo, Mr Ojo Asein, has been suspended by his Uhonmora Ward 2 for alleged anti-party activities.
China offshore oil coy to invest $3 billion in Nigeria
The China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) is to invest an additional three billion dollars in its existing stakes in offshore oil and gas operations in Nigeria.
Ighalo crowned Chinese club’s all-time top scorer
Despite a disappointing World Cup in Russia, Super Eagles forward Odion Jude Ighalo has now been crowned the all-time leading for Changchun Yatai after he netted against Chongqing.
Lawyers mourn ex-CJN Aloysius Katsina-Alu
Some Abuja-based lawyers on Wednesday described the death of the former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Aloysius Katsina-Alu, as shocking and irreparable loss to the nation.