Fraudsters disguised as assassins to kill journalist, demand N20m ransom
Suspected fraudsters disguising as assassins have threatened to eliminate the Founder of Penpushing Media, Dimeji Kayode-Adedeji, with an option to spare him if he could cough out N20million ransom as…
2025 Nigeria Prize for Science awards to focus on AI, digital technologies – NLNG
In a move to promote innovation and creativity, submissions for the 2025 awards for the Nigeria Prize for Science and Literature have been opened. Nigeria LNG Ltd. said this in…
African Petroleum Regulators’ Forum outlines strategies for growth
The African Petroleum Regulators Forum (AFRIPERF) has called for collaboration and innovation in the 2025 operational year, for it to achieve its stated objectives. Mr Gbenga Komolafe, the interim Chairman…
Bolt, Uber drivers, others threaten strike over price slash
The Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON), Lagos State Council, has opposed the recent 50 per cent price slash imposed by Bolt, a ride-hailing company, on its drivers….
Ten killed as gunmen attack Ebonyi community
Feb. 2, 2025 The Police in Ebonyi have confirmed 10 persons dead in an attack launched by suspected gunmen at Amagu village in Ishielu Local Government Area of the state,…
Cleric in Police net for allegedly defiling 12 year-old girl in Ogun
Feb. 2, 2025 The police in Ogun have arrested a 38 year-old cleric for allegedly defiling a 12 year-old girl. The command’s spokesperson, CSP Omolola Odutola, said this in a…
Nigeria on high alert as Uganda confirms Ebola outbreak – NCDC
Feb. 2, 2025 The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has placed the country on high alert following the confirmation of an Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in…
Nasarawa critical to minerals development, says Alake
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake has emphasized the significance of Nasarawa State in advancing the nation’s mining sector. Speaking while receiving Nasarawa state Governor, Gov Abdullahi…
Body of 45 year- old man recovered from a well in Ibadan
Feb. 2, 2025 The Oyo State Fire Service on Sunday said it recovered the body of a 45-year-old man from a well at First Women Estate in Akala area of…
Lassa fever: 39 fatalities recorded so far in 2025 as confirmed cases decline
Feb. 2, 2025 The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) fatalities from Lassa fever remains a concern, with 39 deaths recorded so far this year. The NCDC disclosed…