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In a decisive move against terrorism, the Federal High Court in Abuja has authorized the Department of State Services (DSS) to detain ten suspected members of Boko Haram/ISWAP for 60 days. The suspects were reportedly planning to establish a terrorist cell in Osun State. Justice Emeka Nwite approved the motion filed by DSS counsel Y.I. […]
Nigerian rapper Olamide has made history by surpassing 1 billion streams on Spotify, becoming the first African rapper to achieve this remarkable milestone. This accomplishment highlights Olamide’s impact on the global music scene, especially his successful integration of Afrobeats into his music and collaborations. In addition to this achievement, Olamide made headlines last year when […]
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is facing fresh internal turmoil as two chieftains, Samuel Anyanwu and Sunday Ude-Okoye, both lay claim to the position of National Secretary. The crisis intensified following a Court of Appeal judgment in December 2024, which ruled in favor of Ude-Okoye as the legitimate National Secretary. The appeal court, in its […]
The Ogun State Police Command has dismantled a notorious child trafficking syndicate allegedly led by a suspect identified as Mama Faith, currently held at the Ibara Correctional Centre. Three accomplices: ThankGod Taiwo 35, Patience Chikezie 54, and Oluyinka Folake 43,have been arrested for their involvement in the abduction and sale of children. Parading the suspects […]
Yusuf Imam, popularly known as ‘Ogan Boye,’ the Chairman of Nasarawa Local Government Area in Kano State, has approved the appointment of 60 aides to serve in various capacities. This move aims to enhance the development and governance of the LGA. An approval letter signed by the Local Government Secretary, Ado Muhd Hotoro, outlined the […]
Super Falcons goalkeeper Yewande Balogun has officially retired from professional football. The shot-stopper announced her decision via Instagram on Friday, reflecting on her journey in the sport. Balogun, who was part of the Super Falcons squad for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, made one appearance for the nine-time African […]
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced the introduction of resit examinations for candidates who wish to retake their West African Senior Secondary Examinations (WASSCE) papers. WAEC’s Head of Public Affairs, John Kapi, confirmed this development in a statement to newsmen on Friday. Kapi explained that the resit exams will be available as early […]
The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has approved the appointment of Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo. The announcement was made on Friday by the Oyo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade. While speaking on behalf of the Governor, Oyelade said that Owoade after thorough consultations and divinations, […]
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has raised an alarm over a suspected counterfeit batch of Phesgo 600mg/600mg/10ml injection, bearing batch number C5290S20. In a statement posted on its official X handle on Friday, NAFDAC disclosed that the counterfeit product was flagged after a complaint from a doctor at the […]
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted hazy weather conditions across the country from Monday through Wednesday. In its weather outlook released on Friday in Abuja, NiMet forecasted moderate dust haze with horizontal visibility ranging from 2km to 5km during the forecast period. The northern region is expected to experience slight dust haze, with improved […]
