On the Foreign Scene, The European Union (EU) on Sunday blasted United States President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, and said the 27-nation bloc would hit back “firmly” if targeted. Brussels had until now indicated it hoped to avoid a trade conflict with Trump through negotiation. […]
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Man undergoes life-saving surgery as National Drug Law Enforcement Agency removes 57 cocaine pellets.
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have saved the life of a 59-year-old businessman, Chijioke Igbokwe after he underwent emergency surgery to remove 57 out of 81 pellets of cocaine lodged in his stomach. The surgery, an exploratory laparotomy, was performed after Igbokwe spent seven days struggling […]
Ondo: 30 burnt to death as 2 commercial buses collide
The Ondo Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Sunday disclosed that 30 people lost their lives in a road accident on the Benin-Ore-Ijebu Ode Expressway at Onipetesi community in Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State on Saturday evening. The victims were reportedly burnt to death […]
Army destroys 12 illegal refineries, arrests 16 suspects in N’Delta
The 6 Division of the Nigerian Army has announced the destruction of 12 illegal refining sites, arrest of 16 suspects, and recovery of approximately 70,000 litres of stolen petroleum products in the Niger Delta region. The Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, 6 Division, Lt. Col. Jonah Danjuma, disclosed […]
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention assures readiness against Ebola, urges Caution on International travel.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), has initiated measures to strengthen the country’s preparedness, following the confirmation of an outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease in Uganda, advising Nigerians to shelve travels to countries affected by the disease. The Centre also announced that so far, there is no […]
Man arrested in Anambra trying to escape with five-year old stolen child
Police Operatives attached to the Ogidi Area Command in Anambra State have arrested a man while he was trying to escape with a five years old stolen child. Spokesperson of the Anambra State police command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga who disclosed this in a press release said the arrest was successful […]
Federal Road Safety Corps to Enforce Speed Limit Devices and Passenger Manifests in Anambra from March 1
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Anambra State has announced that it will begin the strict enforcement of speed limit devices and passenger manifests for commercial transport operators starting March 1. This was made known by the State Sector Commander Joyce Alexander during a briefing in Awka over the […]
University lecturer, Professor Emeka Chukwuma assassinated during weekend visit to Asaba
University lecturer, Professor Emeka Chukwuma assassinated during weekend visit to Asaba Gunmen have reportedly killed Professor Emeka Chukwuma, a lecturer at Delta State University, Abraka. According to sources, Chukwuma was assassinated in his residence in his hometown, at St. Bridges, Umueji quarter, Asaba, on Friday evening, during his routine weekend […]
Anambra Govt Begins Demolition Of Shanties Under High-tension Lines
Anambra Govt Begins Demolition Of Shanties Under High-tension Lines Anambra State Government; through Operation Clean and Healthy Anambra, OCHA Brigade, has kicked off demolition of shanties; as it enforces strict regulations to maintain a clean, safe and healthy environment for all residents and visitors. The demolition followed series of warnings […]
Violent Clash in Oba, Youths Attack SASA Amid Allegations Of Criminal Sponsorship
Violent Clash in Oba, Youths Attack SASA Amid Allegations Of Criminal Sponsorship By Chinyere Andrew A violent confrontation erupted in Oba, Anambra State, following an incident where tipper drivers reportedly hit members of the Special Anti-Touting Squad Anambra (SASA). Reacting to the incident, hundreds of armed Oba youths launched a […]