Written by The Kano State Government has accused the Federal Government of involvement in the blockade of the Kano Emirs palace on Friday, December 6. Armed police officers and operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) had reportedly sealed the palace entrance, creating a tense atmosphere in the area. Reports indicate that Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II was scheduled … Continue reading “Kano government slams FG over sealing of Emir Sanusi’s palace”
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum, has alleged that there are people benefiting from the insurgent activities of Boko Haram and will not want it to end. The governor, who disclosed this in an interview with BBC Hausa, lamented how some people, whom he claimed were profiting from the Boko Haram insurgency in the Northeast region … Continue reading “Those profiting from Boko Haram insurgency dont want it to end Governor Zulum”
The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu (SAN), has revealed that 70% of Nigerians approached for a bribe in 2023 rejected it on at least one occasion. Dr. Aliyu disclosed this during a conference with State Attorneys-General from the North-West region in Kano, which focused on … Continue reading “70% of Nigerians approached for bribe in 2023 declined ICPC chairman”
The Lagos State Government has sounded a warning over the grave threat to its aquatic ecosystem caused by excessive and indiscriminate dredging of the lagoon in coastal areas by illegal operators. Commissioner for the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Ekundayo Alebiosu, raised the alarm during an emergency meeting with dredgers and tipper operators in Alausa, Ikeja, … Continue reading “Lagos aquatic ecosystem under threat due to illegal dredging Government raises alarm”
Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State has voiced strong criticism of the tax reform bills currently under consideration, stating that their implementation would hinder the progress of the northern region and adversely affect other parts of the country. The bills, introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in September, have sparked significant opposition, particularly in the … Continue reading “We wont be able to pay salaries if tax reform bills scale through Governor Zulum”
At least 15 people were killed in a fierce clash between residents of the Mera community and members of a new terrorist group, Lakurawa, in Kebbi State. Military authorities have confirmed the emergence of the Lakurawa group, which reportedly has links to ISIS operating in the Sahel. The attack occurred on Friday in Mera village, located … Continue reading “Newly-formed terrorist group, Lakurawa kills 15 residents in Kebbi”
An Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court on Monday sentenced an Islamic cleric, Alani Rafiu, to life imprisonment for def!ling a 14-year-old year girl. In his judgement, Justice Rahman Oshodi held that the prosecution proved each of the ingredients of def!lement against Rafiu. Mr Oshodi said that the gravity of the convicts offence could not be overstated as … Continue reading “Muslim cleric sentenced to life imprisonment for def!ling 14-year-old girl in Lagos mosque”
Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has warned the judiciary not to engage in acts capable of setting Rivers State on fire. His caution comes in the wake of Wednesdays order by a Federal High Court in Abuja, telling the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to halt all payments to the state. In a statement signed … Continue reading “Dont set Rivers on fire – Atiku warns Judiciary over court ruling halting LGA allocation”
In one of the most pulsating games this season, Arsenal and Liverpool played out a 2-2 draw at the Emirates on Sunday, October 27. New signing, Mikel Merino opened his account for Arsenal while Bukayo Saka scored the team’s second goal. In the away end, Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah were on target for Arne … Continue reading “Arsenal play pulsating draw 2-2 with Liverpool, maintaining its unbeaten run”
Isaac Success has sealed a move to United Arab Emirates side, Al Wasl on a free transfer. The former Golden Eaglets strikers contract with Serie A club Udinese was terminated by mutual consent in August after three years at the club. He shared a photo of his signing on his Instagram page on Sunday. The 28-year-old scored four … Continue reading “Former Watford and Golden Eaglets star Isaac Success Joins UAE Club Al Wasl months after being sacked by Udinese”