Written by Police operatives in Akwa Ibom State have arrested a village head of Ibagwa in Abak Local Government Area of the state. The spokesman for the State Police Command, Timfon John, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday. He said the suspect was nabbed for allegedly shooting his sister in the head, as she sustained … Continue reading “Police Arrest Traditional Ruler For Attempted Murder Of Sibling”
Nancy Nathan has been appointed as the Acting Head of Service (HoS) of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). The appointment is pending the confirmation of a substantive Head of Service. Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, announced this in a statement … Continue reading “Sabanti Nathan Appointed FCTA Acting Head Of Service”
Best-selling American author Dan Brown, creator of the publishing phenomenon “The Da Vinci Code”, released his latest thriller Tuesday in 16 languages simultaneously. “The Secret of Secrets”, which runs to nearly 700 pages in English, marks Brown’s return eight years after his last novel, “Origin”. Brown called it “by far the most intricately plotted and … Continue reading “‘Da Vinci Code’ Author Dan Brown Releases Latest Thriller”
Nottingham Forest appointed Ange Postecoglou as manager on Tuesday to replace Nuno Espirito Santo, who was sacked following a dispute with club owner Evangelos Marinakis. Nuno led Forest to European qualification for the first time in 30 years last season by finishing seventh in the Premier League. But he became the first Premier … Continue reading “Nottingham Forest Appoint Postecoglou As Manager”
The tenure of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, will end in November 2025, by which time he will have completed his constitutionally allowed two terms. Findings by Vanguard revealed that President Bola Tinubu is yet to take a position on who succeeds Yakubu, even as fresh intrigues emerge over … Continue reading “Succession Battle Looms As Yakubu’s INEC Tenure Winds Down”
A rare lunar eclipse will be visible in Nigeria and many other African countries on Sunday, September 7, beginning around 8:00 PM West Africa Time. Naija News reports that the event, which will last for about 83 minutes, will give the Moon a reddish glow known as a “blood moon.” According to NTA, people across … Continue reading “Lunar Eclipse To Hit Nigeria, Moon To Turn Blood Red”
Nollywood star, Jim Iyke, has opened up about his short stint in the music industry, describing it as a humbling phase in his life. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Punch, the actor revealed that venturing into music was more of a personal challenge than a career pursuit. Naija News reports that he explained that … Continue reading “Doing Music Was A Regrettable Experience – Jim Iyke”
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismantled an international organised criminal group (IOCG) operating between Nigeria, the UK, Brazil, Australia and the UAE, following a two-week, intelligence-led operation in Lagos. Naija News understands that three leaders of the cartel were arrested after officers at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, intercepted a large … Continue reading “NDLEA Busts Global Cocaine Ring, Nabs Three Lagos Kingpins, Traces Dubai Boss [Photos]”
Nollywood actor, Jim Iyke, has opened up on his journey through divorce, fatherhood, and personal growth. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Punch, the actor explained that parenting for him goes beyond words, as children learn by copying actions. According to him, his son mirrors everything about him, from his dressing and sitting posture to … Continue reading “Why I Won’t Remarry After Divorcing My Ex Wife – Jim Iyke”
A Naira Marley concert in the Benin Republic, on Saturday, turned chaotic after a fan stormed the stage in an attempt to attack the singer. The Marlian Music boss was in the middle of his performance when the unidentified man charged at him. Security operatives quickly intercepted the intruder and bundled him off the stage, … Continue reading “Drama As Fan Storms Stage To Attack Naira Marley In Benin Republic (Video)”