Members of the Ukhomuyio community in Okpella, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, on Friday staged a protest against the planned installation of Mr. Michael Sado as the Okuokpellagbe of…
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Kaduna security task force arrests 398 suspects in nine days — Report
The Kaduna State Police Command-led Task Force has announced the arrest of 398 suspects within nine days of an intensive joint security operation across the state. The operation supported by other…
BREAKING: Reps clear Togo, probe fake degree syndicate in Benin Republic
The House of Representatives has exonerated the Republic of Togo of blame in the issuance of fake academic certificates in a controversy that rocked the education sector a few years ago. …
JUST IN: 15 killed in fresh attack on Plateau LGAs
No fewer than 15 persons have been killed in renewed violence by gunmen in Bokkos and Mangu local government areas of Plateau State. The recent violence happened on Thursday night at…
Group supports over 300,000 Nigerians with HIV treatment — Report
Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme, a non-profit organisation committed to deepening access to health and education, said it is currently supporting treatment for over 300,000 HIV/AIDS patients across the country. It…
Nigeria a crime scene, criminality masquerading as governance – Obi
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on Friday said Nigeria is now a crime scene where criminality is masquerading as governance. Obi was reacting to reports that the Senate Committee…
PCN seals 443 patent medicine shops and pharmacies in Taraba — Report
The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria, the regulatory body mandated to oversee pharmaceutical practice in Nigeria, has sealed 443 premises in Taraba State for various offences. Mr Sulaiman Chiroma, Head of Enforcement…
Governor Orders Residents to Repaint Houses, issues deadline
THE Anambra State Government has issued a stern directive to residents and property owners occupying dilapidated or defaced buildings across key urban areas, mandating them to repaint their houses or face enforcement…
Killing of over 200 Christians shocking – Mexican Bishops
THE Mexican Episcopal Conference has sent a condolence message to the people of Benue State. In a statement jointly signed by the President of the Conference, Bishop Ramón Castro and Secretary General,…
Idanre Local Government Legislative Arm Passes 2025 Appropriation Bill into Law
THE NEWS YOU NEED THE Idanre Local Government legislative arm has passed the 2025 Appropriation Bill, titled “Renewed Hope 2025 Budget”. The bill, presented by the Executive Chairman, was thoroughly reviewed and…