The Federal Government has banned electricity distribution companies and installers from collecting any form of payment for meters, warning that DisCo officials and installers found extorting customers will be prosecuted. The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, issued the warning on Thursday during an on-site inspection of newly imported smart meters […]
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Newlywed Wife Kills Husband with Rat Poison
The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a newlywed woman over the alleged poisoning of her husband, who died after eating a meal prepared at their home. The incident occurred on January 23, 2026, at about 5:00 pm in Gauza village, Jahun LGA of Jigawa State. A statement by the […]
NLC Orders Escalation Of FCT Workers’ Strike, Directs Convergence At Industrial Court
courtAde OluThe Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed all its affiliate unions within the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) to intensify the ongoing strike embarked upon by FCT workers under the umbrella of the Joint Unions Action Congress (JUAC). NLC President Comrade Joe Ajaero gave the directive in a statement […]
Customs, NARTO Collaborate to strengthen Border Security
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Niger/Kogi Area Command, has reinforced its collaboration with the Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) to enhance security and protect legitimate transport operations at the border. The strategic engagement took place at the Command’s headquarters when the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Pascal Chibuoke, received […]
Boko Haram Suicide Bomber Kills Five Soldiers, Injured Many Others In Borno
A suicide bomber struck a military convoy in the Timbuktu Triangle area of Borno State on Tuesday, killing five Nigerian soldiers and injuring several others. Security sources said the attacker drove an explosive-laden vehicle into the convoy as troops were returning from a clearance operation against insurgent camps in the […]
Customs, NARTO Collaborate to strengthen Border Security
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Niger/Kogi Area Command, has reinforced its collaboration with the Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) to enhance security and protect legitimate transport operations at the border. The strategic engagement took place at the Command’s headquarters when the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Pascal Chibuoke, received […]
Fed Govt. Committed To National Census Nigerians Can Trust
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering a national census that Nigerians, and the global community, can trust. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, who made government stand known on the next population census, pointed out that effective communication is very critical to ensure the […]
Edo Police Arrest Bus Driver For Allegedly Killing Girlfriend
Edo State Police Command has arrested 42-year old commercial bus driver, Osabuohien Ogieva, for allegedly killing his girlfriend, Joy Jerome, and dumping her corpse near Ikpe River in Ikpoba-Okha LGA. The report said the man hit the girl with a stick during a misunderstanding and rushed her to the hospital […]
NSCDC, Army Synergize To Protect Critical National Assets In Anambra
Anambra State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Commandant Maku Olatunde, has applauded the continued support of the Nigerian Army to NSCDC in the discharge of its statutory mandates. Commandant Maku made this statement on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, when he received the Commander, 302 Artillery Regiment […]
Nigerian Army arrest three suspected ISWAP recruitment agents in Borno
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested three suspected ISWAP recruitment agents in Banki town, Borno State following a coordinated intelligence-led operation.. The suspects identified as Gajibo Kayama, Tahiru Modu, and Bulama Modu were caught attempting to enlist youths aged 17-20 for terrorist training in Adamawa State. Sources disclosed that […]