The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, said its operatives have thwarted the bid by members of an international drug syndicate that operates between Brazil, Ethiopia and Nigeria to smuggle into Lagos a total of 845 wraps of cocaine weighing 18.72 kilograms at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, Ikeja. According to the NDLEA, the … Read more
The Epe Division Professional Women Association (EPWA) has extended heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Moruf Tunji Alausa on his recent appointment as the Honourable Minister of Education for the Federal Republic of Nigeria. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End As FG Promises Payment Resolution Eredo LCDA Shares Update on Lawal Street Road Construction in Odomola … Read more
The Directorate of Road Traffic Services (DRTS) has announced its commitment to launching an e-ticketing and central booking scheme aimed at transforming traffic management for motorists in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). DRTS Director Mr. Abdulateef Bello made the announcement during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja on Sunday. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Frustration is growing in Nigeria as fuel prices reach record highs, with reports emerging that petrol stations are manipulating pump meters to under-dispense fuel. Customers are paying more for less, exacerbating the economic strain as the official petrol price hits ₦1,030 per liter. This has led to widespread public outcry and calls for increased regulatory … Read more
In the final Iowa Poll before Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris holds a slight lead over former President Donald Trump, with 47% of likely voters backing her compared to Trump’s 44%, according to the Des Moines Register/Mediacom survey. However, this 3-point gap falls within the poll’s 3.4-point margin of error, suggesting no clear frontrunner … Read more
Kemi Badenoch clinched the leadership of the UK Conservative Party on Saturday, succeeding Rishi Sunak after the party’s defeat in July’s general election. Here are five essential things to know about the new Conservative leader: Political Career Badenoch has represented Saffron Walden as a Member of Parliament since 2017. Her political resume includes roles as … Read more
Kemi Badenoch has emerged as the new leader of the United Kingdom’s Conservative Party, vowing to steer it back to its founding values and win over voters after the party’s crushing defeat in July’s general election. Badenoch, 44, secured 57 percent of party members’ votes in a close contest with former Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick. … Read more
U.S. presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are campaigning in southern swing states as they seek to rally voters with only three days remaining until Election Day. On Saturday, both the Democratic vice president and the Republican former president made their way to North Carolina, a crucial battleground state. EDITOR’S PICKS ‘I Feel Sorry … Read more
The Federal Government, through the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), announced that road tax collections across Nigeria surged to N40.14 billion in 2023, marking a 63.36% increase from the N24.57 billion collected in 2022. This sharp rise in revenue highlights the growing contribution of road taxes to state-level funding. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears … Read more
The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Universities and Allied Institutions (NASU) disclosed on Saturday that the Federal Government has released only one out of four months’ worth of withheld salaries, despite a nationwide strike. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End … Read more
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on allies to take decisive action instead of merely observing as North Korean troops deployed in Russia prepare to enter the battlefield. Meanwhile, the country’s army chief has warned that Ukrainian forces are facing “one of the most powerful offensives” from Moscow since the full-scale war began over two … Read more
A landlord, Pa Abdullamid Alabi, narrowly escaped death when his house collapsed in the Jegede community of Ibadan, Oyo State, resulting in the tragic loss of 14 lives, including his wife, four grandchildren, and nine psychiatric patients he cared for. The heartbreaking incident occurred on Thursday night, following a thunderstorm that hit the area. Currently … Read more
The supreme leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on Saturday issued renewed threats to Iranian arch-enemies, Israel and the United States following the recent military confrontations. The 85-year-old Khamenei said at an event in Tehran that the enemies, whether the Zionist regime or America, will certainly receive a devastating response to what they are doing … Read more
The Olu of Orile Ilawo in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Oba Alexander MacGregor, has dismissed 10 chiefs for allegedly selling 1,600 acres of community land in Alagbagba and other parts of Odeda Local Government Area without his consent. At a press briefing held in his palace on Saturday, Oba MacGregor, accompanied by other palace chiefs, declared … Read more
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has announced the establishment of an investigative panel in response to allegations of sodomy involving two of its youth pastors. Pastor Sunday Akande, the National Overseer of RCCG, told Sunday Punch that the church is approaching the situation with the utmost seriousness, calling it an unprecedented event in … Read more
The Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) triumphed in 15 of the 17 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Abia State during the local government elections held on November 2, while the Young Peoples Party (YPP) claimed victory in the remaining two LGAs. Prof. George Chima, Chairman of the Abia State Independent Electoral Commission (ABSIEC), announced the results … Read more
The Federal Government has initiated the disbursement of a N75 billion loan aimed at supporting the manufacturing sector, following a 14-month delay since the initiative’s announcement. The funds, provided through the Bank of Industry (BOI) at an annual interest rate of 9%, are designed to assist larger companies in managing production costs and adapting to … Read more
Operatives from the Osun State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) arrested a tanker driver on Saturday for diverting Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, intended for the NNPC mega station. Commandant Sotiyo Igbalawole reported that the driver, Afeez Adegbola, 47, was apprehended on Friday night in Ikirun while … Read more
The Real Madrid Fans Club in Kwalam, Jigawa, has suspended member Abbati Soja over alleged misconduct and perceived disloyalty to the club. In a statement issued by club chairman Garzali Nfari and secretary Aliyu Tabulet, the suspension was attributed to Soja’s “discouraging” remarks following Real Madrid’s 4-0 defeat to rivals Barcelona in La Liga. EDITOR’S … Read more
Operatives of the Ogun State police have arrested a man for allegedly killing his ex-wife during a fight in Sango-Ota area of the state. The incident occurred at about 8:00 pm on Friday. The 37-year-old suspect, identified as Muftau Adefalu, and his ex-wife Yetunde Olayiwole were reported to have had a misunderstanding which resulted in … Read more