Kwara PDP Hails Saraki Over Support for Ilorin Chief Imam
The Kwara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has praised former Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, for donating a brand-new Toyota Land Cruiser, ₦5 million and other support items to the newly inaugurated Chief Imam of Ilorin, Sheikh Muhammed Bashir Dansuki. In a statement issued by the party’s State Publicity Secretary, Olusegun […]
176 Abducted Kwara Residents Regain Freedom
The 176 residents of Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State who were abducted by gunmen earlier this year have regained their freedom following a joint security operation. The victims, who had been in captivity since February, were rescued on Wednesday, ending months of uncertainty for their families and the community. The […]
Police Deploy 15,000 Officers for Osun Governorship Election
The Nigeria Police Force will deploy about 15,000 personnel for the August 15 governorship election in Osun State, according to the Commissioner of Police in charge of the exercise, Samuel Etaifo. Speaking with journalists in Osogbo on Wednesday after a meeting with officers assigned to the election, Etaifo said the deployment would comprise conventional police […]
Contractor Claims Fake Agency DG Collected N400m
A contractor, Gbenga Collins, has told the House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee investigating the alleged Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) that he paid N400 million to its purported Director-General, Adeniyi Adeyemi, after being promised a contract to renovate and furnish an official residence. Collins, Managing Director of Divine Dopacy Nigeria Limited, said he believed […]
Saraki Donates Land Cruiser to Ilorin Chief Imam
Former Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has presented a brand-new Toyota Land Cruiser to the Chief Imam of Ilorin, Sheikh Muhammed Bashir Dansuki, during a courtesy visit following his arrival in Kwara State. Saraki also donated assorted gift items and a cash contribution running into millions of naira to support the Chief Imam and […]
EFCC Freezes Osun State Account Ahead of Governorship Election
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly frozen an Osun State Government account with First Bank, 10 days before the state’s governorship election. According to documents obtained, the account, which is reportedly used for the payment of workers’ salaries, was placed under a “Post No Debit” restriction by the anti-graft agency. The […]
Troops Arrest Four Over Boko Haram Logistics Support
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested four suspected logistics suppliers to Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) during separate operations in Yobe and Borno states, the military has said. In a statement issued by the Acting Military Information Officer of the Joint Task Force (North-East), Captain Mohammed Goni, the military […]
Peller Alleges Fake Dollars Were Sprayed at Wedding
Nigerian skit maker and content creator Peller has alleged that some of the dollar notes sprayed on him during his recent wedding ceremony with fellow content creator Jarvis were counterfeit. Speaking in a video shared online, Peller said he took the money to the bank, where he confirmed that the Nigerian currency he received was […]
BREAKING: Nollywood Actress Temitope Osoba Dies After Cancer Battle
Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba has died after a prolonged battle with cancer, nearly two years after undergoing surgery for breast cancer. Her death was announced on Wednesday by her colleague and close associate, actor Alesh Ola Sanni, who revealed that she passed away on Tuesday evening. Paying tribute to the late actress in a post […]
Illegal Mining Sparks Fresh Security Fears in Taraba
Illegal mining activities are reportedly intensifying in parts of Taraba State despite the state government’s suspension of mining operations and an ongoing embargo, raising concerns over security and environmental safety. Investigations shows an influx of suspected illegal miners into Mayo Kam village in Kusum Ward, Bali Local Government Area. The miners are reportedly arriving from […]
