Written by Governor Mohammed Bago of Niger State has vowed never to negotiate with bandits or pay ransom for kidnapped victims, saying instead residents must be prepared to defend themselves against attacks. A statement by his Special Adviser on Print Media, Aisha Wakaso, said the governor made the statement when he visited the people of Rijau and Magama … Continue reading “Insecurity: Defend yourselves- Gov Bago charges Niger residents as he vows never to negotiate with bandits”
Roberta McCoy, the woman who was berated by Bishop Marvin Winans for her donation during a church fundraiser, has spoken up in his defence after he faced criticisms. McCoy was criticised by Winans in front of the entire church for making a $1,235 donation when he asked for $2,000. Now, both the church leader and the member … Continue reading ““He did not rebuke me” Female church member defends her pastor after he berated her for donating $1235 when he asked for $2000 (video)”
A yet-to-be-identified tricycle rider was k!lled by a stray bullet outside a brothel in the Badore area of Ajah, Lagos State. It was gathered that the deceased had gone to the brothel to relax after the days work, but later stepped out to purchase an item from a nearby shop. A police source in the area, who … Continue reading “Stray bullet k!lls tricycle rider as he steps out of Lagos brothel”
The executive director of an American nonprofit stole $10 million from a program intended to provide meals for low-income children and blew it on mansions and luxury cars, her trial heard. Connie Bobo, 46, ran the New Heights Community Resource Center, in the St Louis suburb of Bridgeton, for a decade. She enrolled the charity in two US Department … Continue reading “Female Charity boss accused of spending $10million taxpayer cash meant to feed poor children on her family and partner”
Okada riders caused gridlock on Wednesday, Oct. 22, as they took to the streets to protest the k!lling of their colleague in Nasarawa State. A vigilante group member shot and k!lled an okada rider, named Ibrahim Tela. Confirming the incident, the Commander of the Nigeria Vigilante Group (VGN) in Karu Local Government, Lawal Ibrahim, said the incident … Continue reading “Protesting okada riders block road over k!lling of member (video)”
In a bid to consolidate their party unity ahead of its 2025 national convention, Northern stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have endorsed former Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN, as the consensus candidate for the position of National Chairman. The endorsement was made public on Wednesday via the … Continue reading “PDP Northern stakeholders endorse ex-minister Kabiru Turaki as consensus candidate for national chair”
…Vows never to negotiate or pay ransom to bandits…Ban mining activities in 8 LGAs By Wole Mosadomi Minna — Governor Mohammed Bago of Niger State has vowed never to negotiate with bandits or pay ransom for kidnapped victims, saying instead residents must be prepared to defend themselves against attacks. The governor made the disclosure, when … Continue reading “Insecurity: Defend yourselves, Gov Bago charges Niger residents “
LAGOS — ELDERS in the media profession including the founder and Publisher of Vanguard Newspapers, Uncle Sam Amuka-Pemu; Ben Lawrence and Alagba Bamiji Ojo, were among 70 veteran journalists, celebrated in Lagos for representing the Nigerian journalism of their time. The event, tagged ‘Appreciation Day’, for Nigeria’s news media elders was held at the Nigerian … Continue reading “Amuka-Pemu, Lawrence, media elders celebrated in Lagos”
By Henry Ojelu When President Bola Tinubu announced the pardon of 175 ex-convicts earlier this month under the Federal Government’s Prerogative of Mercy, the gesture was expected to demonstrate compassion, align with the administration’s commitment to justice reform, and decongest overcrowded correctional centres across the country. But instead of applause, the decision stirred intense controversy, … Continue reading “Mercy on trial: Lawyers question ethics of Tinubu’s pardon”
By Henry Obetta To expand access to healthcare information and driving universal health coverage, the Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) on Wednesday launched Nigeria’s first Health Insurance Online Radio, ILERA EKO Spotlight. The digital platform, unveiled during LASHMA’s 2025 Quarter 3 Media Parley marks a new chapter in the state’s public health communication — … Continue reading “LASG launches Nigeria’s first health insurance online Radio”