History was made in the town of Obeledu in Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State as Mr Kenneth Ifeakandu from Okofia village won five hundred thousand Naira for harvesting 95kg yam in the community. Yam competition was part of the new yam festival for the 2024 edition of Obeledu’s […]
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Lawyer sues Anambra over Soludo’s burial law
Lagos-based lawyer and human rights activist Chukwudi Nneke, has filed an originating summons in the High Court of Anambra State, challenging the constitutionality of the state’s Burial/Funeral Ceremonial Control Law of 2019. The lawsuit, filed against the Anambra State Government, seeks to have several sections of the law declared null […]
CP Itam Orders Investigation Into Murder Of Three Persons At Isionye Land, Boundary Between Enugwu Ukwu And Nawfia
CP Itam Orders Investigation Into Murder Of Three Persons At Isionye Land, Boundary Between Enugwu Ukwu And Nawfia As Police recover the armed hoodlums abandoned vehicle Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Nnaghe Obono Itam, has ordered investigation into the land dispute which led to the murder of three persons […]
BREAKING: CSOs condemn arrest of Ajaero by security operatives
The United Action Front of Civil Society has strongly condemned the arrest of Nigeria Labour Congress President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, by the Department of State Services at the Abuja airport. Ajaero was on his way to attend a Trade Union Congress conference in the UK when he was arrested in […]
Nigeria Labour Congress Leader Arrested And Detained
The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has been arrested by security operatives at the Abuja airport. Ajaero was about to board a flight to the UK for a Trade Union Congress meeting when he was detained. The NLC has strongly condemned the arrest, describing it as […]
Nigeria Has Been Warned To Exercise Caution in Chinese Deals
Foremost political scientist, Professor Bolaji Akinyemi, has urged President Bola Tinubu’s administration to tread carefully in dealings with China. Speaking on Channels Television, Akinyemi highlighted the ongoing competition between China and the United States for global economic dominance. He emphasized the importance of meeting debt obligations, noting that Nigeria has […]
Presidency Denies Ownership of Yacht in St-Tropez, France
The Nigerian presidency has disowned a yacht spotted flying the Nigerian flag in St-Tropez, France. Reports had surfaced on social media alleging that the yacht, described as a presidential yacht belonging to the Nigerian government, was being used for vacation in St-Tropez. However, Otega Ogra, Senior Special Assistant to President […]
We’re Steadfast In Improving, Equipping Our Police To Protect Nigerians – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to enhancing the Nigeria Police Force, emphasizing the importance of equipping officers and improving their welfare. Speaking at the passing-out parade for Regular Officers Course 6 at the Nigeria Police Academy in Wudil, Kano State, Tinubu outlined critical initiatives, including acquiring new […]
NDLEA intercepts cocaine, opioids hidden in sanitary pads, hair cream
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has reported some major seizures in recent times. In a statement signed by the Director, Media and Advocacy, NDLEA intercepted cocaine and pharmaceutical opioids concealed in ladies’ sanitary pads and hair treatment cream containers heading to the United Kingdom, Ireland and Cyprus. In […]
Tragic Sunday in Niger as petrol tanker explosion kills 48 people.
A tragic incident which occurred early Sunday morning in Niger state which resulted in a tanker explosion has claimed over 48 lives. The explosion occurred along the Lapai-Agaie road, approximately two kilometers from Dendo Community, when a petrol tanker collided with a truck carrying passengers and cattle around 12:30 AM. […]