The mystery surrounding the death of a Taraba State University student has taken a shocking turn after the prime suspect in the case was discovered dead in Tudiri community, Ardo-Kola Local Government Area of Taraba State. His sudden passing, confirmed on Friday, has deepened the tragedy and raised fresh questions about justice and accountability. The…
The Southern Summit of Former Legislators has formally adopted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office. The former Legislators made the adoption in a communiqué issued at the end of the Southern Summit of former Legislators, held on Saturday at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta, Ogun State. The former Legislators…
In a landmark ruling that resonates beyond decades, Choi Mal-ja, a South Korean woman convicted more than 60 years ago for biting off part of her attacker’s tongue, has finally been acquitted. At age 18 in 1964, Choi was brutally assaulted in Gimhae by a 21-year-old man, who forcibly pinned her down, blocked her nose,…
A Nationwide blackout has plunged Nigeria into darkness as the National power grid collapsed for the third time this year. The incident occurred on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 11:23 am, according to the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC). The AEDC confirmed the collapse in a public notice, stating, “Please be informed that the power…
In a surprise move, President Bola Tinubu has sacked Fegho John Umunubo, his Special Assistant on Digital and Creative Economy in the Office of the Vice President. The decision was announced in a statement issued on Monday, September 8, 2025, by Abiodun Oladunjoye, Director of Information and Public Relations at the State House. According to…
A breathtaking celestial event is set to captivate Nigerians and residents of several African nations tonight, Sunday, September 7, 2025. A total lunar eclipse, popularly known as a “Blood Moon,” will transform the night sky from 8:00 PM West Africa Time, lasting an impressive 83 minutes. The Moon will take on a striking reddish glow…
The Nigeria Police Force has announced the promotion of Olumuyiwa Adejobi to the rank of Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) and his redeployment to Delta State as Deputy Commissioner of Police, Operations. This strategic move is aimed at bolstering security in the region, leveraging Adejobi’s extensive experience in Public Communication, Operational Management, and Community Policing….
The Nigeria Police Force has welcomed a new face in its Public Relations Department. Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has appointed Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Benjamin Hundeyin as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), replacing Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Olumuyiwa Adejobi. According to a statement by DCP Adejobi, CSP Hundeyin is a…
The Abeokuta North Local Government Area in Ogun State witnessed a momentous occasion on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, as the Executive Chairman, Dr. ‘Lanre Oyegbola-Sodipo, commissioned 17 transformative projects across the Local Government Area. Representing the Governor of Ogun State , His Excellency, Prince (Dr.) Dapo Abiodun, CON, was the Commissioner for Local Government and…
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that Nigeria’s Diplomatic Missions abroad are grappling with severe financial difficulties. Budgetary shortfalls and foreign exchange volatility have left the ministry unable to pay locally recruited staff, service providers, and landlords, or meet allowances for home-based officers. The financial strain has resulted in unpaid salaries for locally recruited…
