Police in Osun arrests man over alleged false bandit invasion claim
The Police Command in Osun has arrested a 22-year-old man for allegedly spreading false information about a bandits’ invasion of the state. This is contained in a statement issued on…
Alleged N36m fraud: EFCC begins trial of tiktok influencer Blessing CEO
The trial of the self-styled relationship expert, Nkeiruka Okoro, a.k.a. Blessing CEO, over an alleged N36 million fraud, commenced on Friday at a Federal High Court in Lagos. The Economic…
Lagos NSCDC arrests three suspects, rescues 24 victims in Badagry
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has rescued 24 victims and arrested three suspects linked to cases of missing persons, human trafficking, abduction, and fraud in Badagry, Lagos…
Suspected Trafficking: 11 minors rescued from Plateau illegal motor park
The Plateau Gender and Equal Opportunities Commission has uncovered an illegal motor park operating in the state for nearly ten years without detection. Mrs. Olivia Dazyam, Chairperson of the commission,…
NRC to Prioritise Workers’ Welfare Despite High Diesel Costs, Financial Strains – MD
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) says it will continue to prioritise the welfare of its workforce and make their work environment safer and friendlier. The Managing Director of the corporation,…
DHQ: Troops Neutralise Scores of Terrorists, Arrest Dozens, Rescue Captives Nationwide
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says troops have neutralised scores of terrorists, apprehended dozens of suspects and rescued several kidnapped victims nationwide between May 28 and June 4. The Director, Defence…
Lagos Ports: 22 ships discharge cargoes, 42 expected
A total of 22 ships are discharging petroleum products and other commodities at Apapa, Lekki and Tin-Can Island ports in Lagos, says the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). The NPA, on…
LASEPA Warns of Population-Driven Pollution, Advocates Clean Energy and Recycling
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has warned that rapid population growth is increasing pollution pressures in the state, while advocating wider adoption of cleaner energy and recycling systems…
Chelsea join Newcastle in chase of sensational Nigerian £21.6m rated Zadok Yohanna
Chelsea and Newcastle have both had bids accepted for highly-rated AIK winger Zadok Yohanna – who will now have a choice between the two clubs. The Premier League clubs are…
Xenophobia: Over 1000 Nigerians sign up to be repatriated from South Africa
At least 1,094 Nigerians have registered interest in voluntary return from South Africa following xenophobic attacks, up from 130 previously seeking repatriation, with a joint screening process under way to…