The Bauchi State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has strongly criticized the Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JED) for engaging in what it called dubious disconnections and exploitative billing practices. In a statement signed by the Council’s Secretary, Isah Garba Gadau, on Monday, the NUJ accused JED of unfairly targeting prepaid meter users … Read more
At least nine motorists were injured in multiple auto crashes on Saturday night along the Sagamu section of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The incident occurred around 2 pm in front of Advanced International Merchant Nigeria Limited. According to the Ogun State Police Command, the crash involved a Volvo truck, a Honda Jeep (SMK 326 GC), and … Read more
The Niger State Government has warned farmers in certain communities to avoid their farms due to the threat of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) planted by bandits. The warning follows previous attacks, including the killing of 13 farmers in Alawa community in August 2024. State Commissioner for Homeland Security, Bello Abdullahi, issued the alert during the … Read more
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested Emeka Mbadiwe, a US-trained Hollywood and Nollywood filmmaker, at his Lekki hotel room for involvement in an illicit drug shipment. The arrest took place on January 1, 2025, following an earlier arrest of his partner, Uzoekwe James, at a warehouse in Ajao Estate. James was sent … Read more
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested Ogaga Dickson, a 35-year-old member of a notorious armed robbery syndicate responsible for the death of CSP Hassan Jega, the DPO of Agbarho Division in Delta State. The DPO was killed on October 14, 2024, during a fierce gun battle while foiling a robbery operation. The police’s Intelligence Response … Read more
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested ex-convict Eniola Sodade for passport racketeering at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos. Sodade, previously convicted for drug trafficking in June 2024, was caught again in December 2024 after operatives intercepted 52 passports being illegally shipped to Canada, Russia, and other countries. Four other members … Read more
Pastor Lazarus Muoka, the General Overseer of the Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministry, has urged Nigerians to turn to God in these difficult times. He spoke at the Mgbidi International Crusade in Imo State, stressing that the economic struggles in Nigeria are part of a global issue. He encouraged Nigerians to stay firm in their … Read more
Three Nigerian women, Hadiza Abba, Fatima Umate Malah, and Fatima Kannai Gamboi, who were arrested for drug trafficking in Saudi Arabia, have been discharged and acquitted after spending 10 months in detention. The women were initially arrested on March 5, 2024, at Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah, following the arrest of two … Read more
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed his deep condolences to the families of the victims of a tragic fire incident in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area. The fire was caused by a fallen diesel tanker that suffered a brake failure at a traffic light junction, exploding into flames that claimed the lives of … Read more
Police operatives in Imo State successfully rescued four kidnapped victims and neutralized two kidnappers during a raid in Umuokanne, Ohaji LGA, on January 4, 2025. The police responded swiftly to a distress call reporting the abduction. Upon locating the kidnappers’ hideout, a gun battle ensued, resulting in the rescue of the victims and the seizure … Read more