The House of Representatives has called on the Attorney General of the Federation to propose stricter penalties, including life imprisonment, for those involved in the production and importation of fake drugs in Nigeria. This resolution followed a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by APC lawmaker Tolani Shagaya during Thursday’s […]
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Labour Party Reps Condemn Killing of Kidnapped Anambra Lawmaker.
The Labour Party (LP) Caucus in the House of Representatives has expressed deep sorrow over the killing of Anambra State lawmaker, Hon. Justice Azuka, who was kidnapped on November 24, 2024, in Onitsha. His decomposing body was discovered on Wednesday near the 2nd Niger Bridge. LP Caucus leader, Hon. Afam […]
President Tinubu announces major leadership changes in federal universities.
President Bola Tinubu has made significant leadership changes at federal universities, effective immediately. At Yakubu Gowon University, formerly UNIABUJA, the governing council has been dissolved, and Vice-Chancellor Professor Aisha Maikudi relieved of her duties. Professor Patricia Manko takes over as Acting VC for six months but is ineligible for a […]
Many Feared Dead As 2 Petrol Tankers Explode In Adamawa
Many Feared Dead As 2 Petrol Tankers Explode In Adamawa Several lives were lost following explosions which occurred at an MRS filling station near Yola International Airport in Adamawa State. It was gathered that the blast happened when a petrol tanker was discharging fuel. Two tankers laden with fuel exploded […]
Anambra Govt Clamps Down On More Kidnappers In Nnewi, Demolishes Dens
Anambra Govt Clamps Down On More Kidnappers In Nnewi, Demolishes Dens By Emmanuel Okonkwo Anambra State Government has, through its Operation Udo Ga-Achi initiative, demolished more than four houses used as hide-outs by kidnappers at Umu-Umejiaku Nnewi, and Umuogbo Obiofia Nnewi-Ichi, all in Nnewi North Local Government Area. During the […]
Fire Razes Islamic School In Zamfara, Claims 17 Lives, Injures Many Others
Fire Razes Islamic School In Zamfara, Claims 17 Lives, Injures Many Others Over 17 students reportedly lost their lives and 16 others seriously injured following a fire outbreak at an Islamiya school in Kaura-Namoda LGA of Zamfara State. The fire which broke out late Tuesday night, raged for nearly three […]
Man loses pregnant wife, unborn baby as quack doctor uses YouTube videos for surgery In Imo
Man loses pregnant wife, unborn baby as quack doctor uses YouTube videos for surgery In Imo By Kalu Idika A Nigerian man has lost his pregnant wife and unborn baby after a doctor in Owerri, the capital of Imo State, allegedly relied on a YouTube video to perform surgery on […]
Rivers Police Arrest Five Members Of “One Chance” Gang, Seize Operational Vehicle
Rivers Police Arrest Five Members Of “One Chance” Gang, Seize Operational Vehicle Rivers State Police Command has busted a major criminal syndicate operating in the state. The police arrested five suspects linked to a notorious “One Chance” gang on January 28, 2025, along the Eastern Bypass in Port Harcourt. The […]
PDP BoT Recognizes Udeh-Okoye As National Secretary
PDP BoT Recognizes Udeh-Okoye As National Secretary … Directs Party’s NWC to swear Udeh-Okoye in immediately The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), during an emergency meeting held at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja, on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, the adopted accorded recognition to Hon Sunday […]
Pres. Tinubu Terminates Appointments Of 3 INEC RECs, Writes National Assembly
Pres. Tinubu Terminates Appointments Of 3 INEC RECs, Writes National Assembly President Bola Tinubu has officially terminated the appointments of three Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and also notified the Senate. They are the Resident Electoral Commissioners of Adamawa, Sokoto, and Abia States, whose […]