N80.2bn fraud: EFCC finally detains Yahaya Bello
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has finally detained ex-Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello. Bello was detained after he presented himself at the headquarters of…
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Anambra Man Arrested For Smuggling Gun in Bag of Rice
Police operatives in Anambra State have arrested a 25-year-old man, Enediong Bassey, for possession of a pump-action gun concealed in a bag of rice. In a…
Libyan Authorities Arrest Four Nigerians for Drug Trafficking
Libyan authorities have arrested four Nigerians on allegations of drug trafficking and testing positive for infectious diseases, according to a statement by Migrant Rescue Watch, an…
Politics
Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation of Lt. Gen. Oluyede as Army Chief
President Bola Tinubu has requested the Senate to confirm the appointment of Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede as Chief of Army Staff. Oluyede, who has been serving…
Politics
Imo Governor Approves N70,000 Minimum Wage, Announces New Worker Incentives
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has approved a new minimum wage of N70,000 for workers in the state, marking a significant move to address the economic…
Business
BREAKING: CBN Increase Interest Rate to 27.50 Percent
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has raised the monetary policy rate to 27.50 per cent from 27.25 per cent. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)…
VIDEO: Port Harcourt Refinery Begin Operations Today
The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has confirmed that the Port Harcourt Refinery in Rivers State has commenced crude oil processing. The Chief Corporate Communications…
JUST IN: Kano Government Seals Max Air Office
The Kano state government, through the Kano State Board of Internal Revenue Service (KIRS), has sealed the head office of Max Air Limited, a national airline…
Security
Over 30 Killed As Herdsmen Attack Villagers in Benue State
At least 30 people have been reported dead following attacks by suspected armed herdsmen on communities in Katsina-Ala and Logo Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Benue…
Politics
Okpebholo to Investigate Ex-Governor Obaseki Over 500 Missing Edo Govt Vehicles
The Edo State Government has alleged that almost 500 official vehicles from the previous administration remain unaccounted for, significantly higher than the initial figure of 200…