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ICPC tracks 14 projects worth N431.8m in Sokoto
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) on Wednesday tracked 14 projects valued at approximately N431.8 million across Sokoto state.
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Tinubu to address world leaders at UN Sept. 23
President Bola Tinubu will join world leaders to address the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81) General Debate on Wednesday,...
POLITICS
Alia nominates 6 new commissioners, seeks Benue Assembly’s approval
Gov. Hyacinth Alia of Benue on Tuesday submitted the names of six commissioner nominees to the State House of Assembly for consideration and confirmation...
Edo assembly panel pledges fair probe of ex-speaker Agbebaku
Mr Bright Iyamu, Chairman of the five-man ad-hoc committee set up by the Edo House of Assembly to investigate its immediate past speaker, Mr...
2027: Presidential, governorship, NASS candidates, sign peace accord in Abuja
Presidential candidates and leadership of political parties contesting the 2027 general elections had on Tuesday in Abuja signed a Peace Accord .
They all committed...
METRO
Wike unveils more projects to transform Abuja
) Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed commitment to transforming Abuja’s infrastructure, with major road projects targeted for completion...
Niger attracts UN climate finance, carbon market
) Gov. Umaru Bago of Niger is set to receive myclimate experts as the state intensifies efforts to attract UN climate finance and develop...
Edo govt. begins palliative work on Okhun road in Benin
) The Edo Government has commenced palliative work at the deplorable Okhun junction on Upper Siluko Road in Benin City, ahead of the full...
NATIONAL
83 Nigerian returnees from S/Africa to arrive in Lagos on Wednesday...
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says a new batch of 83 Nigerian returnees from South Africa will arrive in the country on Wednesday.
The Ministry’s...
Okpebholo swears-in Osifo as Edo commissioner for education
) Gov. Monday Okpebholo of Edo on Tuesday swore-in Dr Washington Osifo as new Commissioner for Education of the state.
Osifo, an erstwhile Commissioner for...
NBA urges Kaduna Govt to extend judiciary interventions to lower courts
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has urged the Kaduna State Government to extend its ongoing judicial interventions to lower courts for balanced development and...
SPORTS
NTTF returns to Babcock varsity with medals, medals
The Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) has paid a courtesy visit to Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo in Ogun, in appreciation of the institution’s support for...
Efunkoya championship uncovers future stars, says Foundation
) The Efunkoya Foundation National Cadet Championship says it has produced emerging talents capable of replacing Nigeria’s table tennis stars.
Lajide Ogunranti, a Foundation Board...
LASG links sports events to boosting tourism goals
) Lagos State Government has said international sporting events are helping to drive sports tourism and showcase the state’s cultural and tourism potential to...
OPINION
An agronomist, Dr. Oluwaseun Adesanmi, on Sunday, urged chairmen of Local...
Speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Otun-Ekiti, Adesanmi said food inflation would not be severe if every LGA engaged in the...
Nigerian Democracy at 27: Experts seek reforms to unlock economic potential
Twenty-seven years after Nigeria returned to democratic governance, stakeholders across critical sectors of the economy say the next phase of the nation’s development must...
Expert wants improved border management in addressing Nigeria’s insecurity
An expert in trade operations, Dr Eugene Nweke, has urged the Federal Government to improve on border management and inter-agency collaboration to address the...
ENTERTAINMENT
Angélique Kidjo to become first African musician to get Hollywood star
Beninese music icon, Angélique Kidjo, is set to become the first African musician to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
According to...
Fans react as Asake flaunts Louis Vuitton trunk worth over N90m
Fans and social media users have reacted after Afrobeats singer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, flaunted a trunk showcasing an ultra-luxury Louis Vuitton...
Davido to stage “Oriadé’ show in Paris
) Nigerian Afrobeats icon David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has announced a live performance,“Oriadé” show, scheduled to hold in Paris, France on Aug....
CELEBRITIES
Ooni, welcomes baby girl with Olori Oluwatosin
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has welcomed the birth of a baby girl with his wife, Olori Oluwatosin Ogunwusi.
This is contained...
Cardi B, Super Eagles goalkeeper Okoye spark dating rumours.
American rapper Cardi B and Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye have sparked speculation about their relationship after they were spotted having dinner together in...
Fans celebrate Nollywood veteran Kate Henshaw at 55.
Fans of iconic Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw have celebrated her birthday as she marks 55.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the ace...
CRIME
Police arrest 12 for alleged sexual offences against minors, others crimes...
The police command in Edo says it has arrested six suspects over separate allegations of sexual offences involving minors, with some already arraigned and...
Osun: Police warn against forceful takeover of LG secretariats
) The Commissioner of Police in Osun, Samuel Etaifo, has warned against forceful takeover of Local Government secretariats, premises or properties in the state.
Etaifo,...
NDLEA destroys N301bn worth of cocaine, heroin, opioids, others in Lagos
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has publicly destroyed 329,865.585 Kilo grammes of assorted illicit drugs.
The illicit drugs with an estimated street value...
LAW & JUSTICE
ICPC tracks 14 projects worth N431.8m in Sokoto
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) on Wednesday tracked 14 projects valued at approximately N431.8 million across Sokoto state.
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Security remains bedrock of economic growth – CP tells NIPSS delegation
) The Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, Mr. Ibrahim Adamu-Bakori, has identified security as the bedrock of economic growth.
Adamu-Bakori stated this when he...
Wife bags 1 year jail term for forging marriage certificate
A Mapo Grade ‘A’ Customary Court in Ibadan on Friday, sentenced one Bolanle Adeyemo, 50, to one year in the correctional centre for possessing...
