Category: News

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has successfully obtained an order from the Federal High Court in Lagos to detain a foreign‑flagged vessel, its captain and 20 crew members following the seizure of a substantial shipment of cocaine arriving from Brazil. According to the court order granted by Justice Frida Nkemakonam Ogazi, the vessel […]

The Anambra State Police Command has recovered ₦636,700 in cash, firearms, and an accidented vehicle abandoned by suspected armed robbers in Abagana, Njikoka Local Government Area. Police operatives on patrol reportedly engaged the suspects, who attempted to flee on sighting the officers. During the chase, the suspects’ vehicle crashed, forcing them to abandon it and […]

The management of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), Bauchi State, has uncovered a case of fraud involving an impostor who posed as a hospital staff member and extorted money from a patient’s relatives. According to the hospital, the suspect deceived the victim’s family into believing that the payment was required to facilitate medical […]

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) are at odds over the police’s announcement to resume enforcement of the suspended tinted glass permit policy from January 2, 2026. The disagreement followed a notice issued by the police on Monday, informing motorists that vehicles with tinted glasses would require valid permits when […]

The Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Engr. Farouk Ahmed, has dismissed allegations made against him by the President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, describing them as false, misleading and without factual basis. Speaking on the matter yesterday, Ahmed said the claims, which reportedly prompted an investigation […]

A 19-year-old girl has been arrested by the Ogun State Police Command over the alleged killing of her boyfriend following a jealousy-fuelled dispute. According to reports, the incident occurred after an argument between the young couple reportedly escalated into a violent confrontation. Neighbours were said to have raised an alarm after hearing a commotion, only […]

In a statement, the NLC said the rising cost of living has pushed millions of workers and ordinary citizens into extreme hardship, making it increasingly difficult for families to afford basic necessities such as food, housing, transportation and healthcare. The labour union noted that inflation continues to erode workers’ incomes, leaving salaries worthless and unable […]

A former military spokesman has publicly declared his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu amid ongoing investigations involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking during a media interaction, the ex-spokesman said President Tinubu’s administration remains focused on strengthening democracy and the rule of law, insisting that the probe involving the ADC should not be politicised. […]

The Yobe State Government has confirmed the existence of a sexual abuse and exploitation syndicate operating within the Potiskum Medium Security Custodial Centre, following reports that some inmates were sexually abused and impregnated while in custody. State officials disclosed that investigations revealed a coordinated network involving inmates and possibly compromised personnel, who facilitated repeated acts […]

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has officially signed the state’s 2026 budget of N1.729 trillion into law. The budget is designed to accelerate the implementation of the MORE Agenda, with a strong emphasis on infrastructure development, economic growth, and social welfare programs. Governor Oborevwori highlighted that the budget prioritizes projects that will enhance transportation networks, […]