Written by By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA—The Nigerian Correctional Service, NCoS, Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Command, has foiled an attempt to smuggle suspected psychoactive drugs into the Medium Security prison, Kuje. A statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Adamu Duza, said the incident occurred on Saturday about 12:45p.m., when a visitor, identified as Njimogu Ikedi, tried to … Continue reading “NCoS halts drug smuggling attempt at Kuje Prisons”
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA—The Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA, has intensified clampdown on illegal transport operators in Abuja, impounding 40 vehicles and 52 motorcycles linked to traffic violations and criminal activities, including the notorious “one chance” robberies. Mandate Secretary of the FCT Transport Secretariat, Mr Chinedu Elechi, said the operation was carried out by a … Continue reading “One Chance: FCTA seizes 40 vehicles, 52 motorcycles”
…Demolition not illegal, tenants served notices—New owner By Evelyn Usman The controversy over the demolition of 35 shanty shops on Gasikiya College Road, Ijora-Badia, Lagos, has taken a fresh twist, as Mr. Omopariola Adeleye, the new owner of the disputed one-acre property, has debunked allegations by Mr. Taiwo Alonge-Lawrence, a member of the late Chief … Continue reading “Why shanty shops were demolished in Ijora Badia — Adeleye”
By Peter Duru Makurdi—Eight more bodies of the Police personnel killed last Friday in an ambush by a combined team of armed herdsmen and local militia gangs at Agu Centre, Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State have been recovered. The team made up Police personnel and members of the Benue State Civil Protection Guards, … Continue reading “Benue attack: 8 more bodies of Police recovered from attack scene —LG Chairman”
By Sola Ogundipe For many residents of Lagos Island and Apapa, two coastal areas vulnerable to flooding and sea-level rise, climate change is no longer an abstract debate on global platforms. Thanks to a new pilot project led by the Lagos State Civil Society Participation for Development (LACSOP) with support from Bread for the World … Continue reading “Climate change: Lagos Island, Apapa communities confront rising tide”
By Ebunoluwa Sessou For nine years, she waited. She watched friends cradle their babies. She endured questions from relatives, pity from neighbours, and cruel whispers behind her back. “It must be her fault,” they said. Her husband’s family called her barren. She began to withdraw. Then came the depression. Then the suicidal thoughts once, twice, … Continue reading “Group tackles burden of misinformation, shame around PCOS”
Rite Foods Limited, through its proudly Nigerian brands Sosa Fruit Drink and Bigi Premium Water, has announced a strategic partnership with Showtime to support the upcoming Flag Football season. This collaboration unites sport, family entertainment, and hospitality, reinforcing Rite Foods’ commitment to youth empowerment, inclusivity, and community development. Announcing the collaboration at a recent meeting … Continue reading “Sosa Fruit Drink and Bigi Premium Water Partner with Showtime for Flag Football Season”
In any institutional landscape, data is sacred as performance rating firms wield critical influence over public perception and policy decisions. They become instruments that can either build or destroy institutional credibility. The foundation of any credible rating system must rest on uncompromising data accuracy and rigorous empirical methodology, as these standards separate legitimate analytical work … Continue reading “ANAMBRA’S PHILIPS CONSULTING RATING: MISCHIEF OR BLINDNESS? – Christian Aburime”
In a fulfilment of his campaign promise, Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo returned to Nzam in the Anambra West local government area to officially commission the newly constructed 13-kilometer Nzam road. The headquarters of Anambra West local government long neglected due to lack of motorable access road. Speaking at the local government headquarters … Continue reading “Soludo Fulfills Promise, Commissions 13km Road Leading to Nzam”
Rite Foods Limited, through its flagship fruit drink brand Sosa Fruit Juice, has announced a strategic partnership with the Dolphin Swimming League to host this year’s Swimming Competition, a bold initiative that reflects the company’s commitment to youth development, education, and community development. The Dolphin Swimming League, now in its seventh season, is the first … Continue reading “Rite Foods’ Sosa Champions Youth Development with Dolphin Swimming League Partnership”