Written by Prince Nico Mbarga did not meet one of his greatest fans, Nneoma Violet Iroagalachi Amaechi yet they had something in common. While the musician sang ‘Sweet Mother’, she danced to the track on a daily basis. And when the Methodist Church decided to honour Mama, the title was ‘Nneoma’, which means Good Mother. The lover … Continue reading “Iyke Amaechi’s sweet mother, by Emeka Obasi”
By Innocent Anaba The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, on Friday commended the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, UNODC, for prioritising the fight against corruption and illicit financial flows in its Country Programme for Nigeria 2026–2030. Olukoyede gave the commendation in Abuja while delivering a … Continue reading “Olukoyede hails UNODC’s focus on anti-corruption, illicit financial flows”
By Kingsley Omonobi Delta State — The Delta State Police Command has arrested over 270 criminal suspects and recovered large quantities of drugs in coordinated raids across Warri, Uvwie, Jeddo, and Ughelli, the command announced. According to SP Bright Edafe, Police Spokesman, the operations were intelligence-driven, targeting identified black spots and criminal hideouts. “On 25th … Continue reading “Delta Police arrest 270+ suspects, seize Drugs in Warri and Ughelli”
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The outgoing Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, Lanre Ogumlowo, on Thursday raised alarms over the growing use of forested areas in the state by bandits, particularly for kidnapping for ransom. Speaking during his send-off ceremony at the State Police Command headquarters in Abeokuta ahead of his promotion to Assistant Inspector-General … Continue reading “Bandits using Ogun Forests as hideouts — outgoing CP sounds alarm”
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — The Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Oluwaseun Faleye, has declared Nigerian youths as the country’s greatest asset, surpassing mineral resources, infrastructure, and capital. Faleye made the remark on Thursday while speaking at the 2026 Student Mentorship Summit organized by the National Association of Nigerian Students … Continue reading “Youths, not oil, Nigeria’s greatest asset — NSITF MD”
By Folarin Kehinde ABUJA — The Federal Government has called for stronger collaboration with the European Union (EU) to tackle rising cases of illegal fishing and other maritime crimes in the Gulf of Guinea. Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, made the appeal on Thursday while receiving a delegation from the EU Evaluation … Continue reading “FG seeks EU support to curb illegal fishing, Maritime crimes in Gulf of Guinea”
By Juliet Umeh Technology giant Meta has announced the rollout of new artificial intelligence, AI, tools designed to enhance support and safety across its platforms, including Facebook and Instagram. The update introduces the Meta AI support assistant, now available globally, to provide users with reliable, 24/7 help for account issues such as password resets, privacy … Continue reading “Meta introduces AI tools to solve support, safety challenges”
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Kaduna — Governor Uba Sani has called for unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) while commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reform agenda at the party’s North-West Zonal Congress in Kaduna. Addressing party leaders, delegates, and stakeholders, Sani described the congress as a reaffirmation of the APC’s democratic principles, emphasizing transparency, grassroots … Continue reading “Uba Sani calls for APC unity, praises Tinubu reforms at North-West Zonal Congress”
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The Managing Director of the Kaduna State Roads Agency (KADRA), Abdullahi Baba-Ahmed, says ongoing road projects spanning 1,335 kilometres across Kaduna State will strengthen Governor Uba Sani’s chances of re-election in 2027. He pointed to what people can see and use, particularly roads, as proof that the administration has delivered, … Continue reading “2027: Kaduna’s 1,335km road projects will boost Uba Sani’s re-election — Baba-Ahmed”
The Independence Police Department has issued a public warning after fentanyl was discovered within the packaging of Barbie dolls sold at a local Missouri store on March 21. The Independence Police Department’s investigation into the incident began after a customer purchased the toy at a discount store named Cargo Largo. When opening the package, a … Continue reading “Independence Police Seize Fentanyl In Missouri Barbie Bust”