Enugu State was thrown into mourning on Wednesday after two ghastly road accidents claimed the lives of 10 people and left several others battling for survival along the ever-busy Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway.The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Enugu State Command, confirmed the tragic incidents, which occurred hours apart, between the Police Estate and Toll GateContinue reading "TRAGEDY ON ENUGU HIGHWAY: 10 KILLED, DOZENS INJURED IN DOUBLE ROAD CRASHES"
EXCLUSIVE: Corps Member Drags NYSC to Tinubu, Cries Foul Over “Unlawful” Service Extension, Alleges Political Victimisation
A fresh controversy has hit the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) after an embattled corps member, Ms. Rita Uguamaye—popularly known as Raye—petitioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging him to reverse what she described as an “unlawful and politically motivated” extension of her service year.Through her counsel, fiery human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong, Ms. Uguamaye accusedContinue reading "EXCLUSIVE: Corps Member Drags NYSC to Tinubu, Cries Foul Over “Unlawful” Service Extension, Alleges Political Victimisation"
EXCLUSIVE: Inside the Power Struggle That Forced Tinubu to Reverse NTA Shake-Up
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has dramatically reversed recent appointments at the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), reinstating Director-General Salihu Dembos after his abrupt and controversial removal just weeks ago.Authoritative sources told PREMIUM TIMES that the reversal followed a storm of confusion, ministerial embarrassment, and a behind-the-scenes battle for control of Africa’s largest television network.On Tuesday, theContinue reading "EXCLUSIVE: Inside the Power Struggle That Forced Tinubu to Reverse NTA Shake-Up"
BREAKING: IGP Egbetokun Appoints CSP Benjamin Hundeyin As New Force Public Relations Officer
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the appointment of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Benjamin Hundeyin as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), marking a strategic move aimed at strengthening the Nigeria Police Force’s image and engagement with the public.CSP Hundeyin, a decorated officer with a strong academic and professional pedigree,Continue reading "BREAKING: IGP Egbetokun Appoints CSP Benjamin Hundeyin As New Force Public Relations Officer"
Bloody Turf War: Notorious Bandit Warlord Abu Dan Barka Executed By Rival Faction In Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama ZAMFARA STATE — A notorious bandit kingpin, Kachalla Abu Dan Barka, met a brutal end alongside four of his loyal fighters after being ambushed and executed by rival bandits in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State.The deadly attack unfolded east of Magana Mai Rake village, near Yar Tashar Sahabi in DansadauContinue reading "Bloody Turf War: Notorious Bandit Warlord Abu Dan Barka Executed By Rival Faction In Zamfara"
TROOPS STRIKE HARD: DEFENCE HQ CONFIRMS KILLING OF TERRORISTS, ARREST OF 85 SUSPECTS, RESCUE OF 66 HOSTAGES NATIONWIDE
In a major show of force, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced sweeping nationwide military operations that dealt decisive blows to terrorists and criminal gangs in August.According to a statement released on Thursday, troops of the Nigerian Armed Forces neutralised several terrorists, arrested no fewer than 85 suspected criminals, and successfully rescued 66 victims ofContinue reading "TROOPS STRIKE HARD: DEFENCE HQ CONFIRMS KILLING OF TERRORISTS, ARREST OF 85 SUSPECTS, RESCUE OF 66 HOSTAGES NATIONWIDE"
OBASANJO BOMBS LAWMAKERS: ‘Constituency Projects Are Daylight Robbery, Lawmakers Worse Than Past Republics’
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has unleashed a scathing attack on Nigeria’s lawmakers, branding them as “much worse” than those who served in the First, Second, and Third Republics. In his new book, Nigeria Past and Future: Contemplations on Nigeria’s History and Vision for Tomorrow, Obasanjo described constituency projects as “daylight unarmed robbery,” crafted by legislatorsContinue reading "OBASANJO BOMBS LAWMAKERS: ‘Constituency Projects Are Daylight Robbery, Lawmakers Worse Than Past Republics’"
TINUBU ON THE MOVE AGAIN: PRESIDENT JETS OUT FOR 10-DAY LEAVE IN FRANCE, UK AMID CRITICISMS OVER FREQUENT FOREIGN TRIPS
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has once again left the nation’s capital, Abuja, embarking on yet another foreign trip as part of his 2025 annual leave schedule. The Presidency confirmed that the Nigerian leader will be away for 10 working days, splitting his vacation between France and the United Kingdom.In a statement released on Thursday, theContinue reading "TINUBU ON THE MOVE AGAIN: PRESIDENT JETS OUT FOR 10-DAY LEAVE IN FRANCE, UK AMID CRITICISMS OVER FREQUENT FOREIGN TRIPS"
FURY OVER TOKEN REWARD: Tinubu Govt Distances Self From N200,000 Gift To Teen Global English Champion
Abuja – The Federal Government has disowned responsibility for the controversial ₦200,000 cash reward presented to Nafisah Abdullahi, the teenage prodigy who won the prestigious TeenEagle Global English Contest, insisting the money came from the personal purse of the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa.The clarification, issued Thursday by the ministry’s Director of PressContinue reading "FURY OVER TOKEN REWARD: Tinubu Govt Distances Self From N200,000 Gift To Teen Global English Champion"
I Know Where Bandits Hide, But Abuja Ties Security Agents’ Hands – Zamfara Governor Explodes
The Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, has stirred nationwide debate after openly accusing the Federal Government of frustrating the fight against banditry in the troubled North-West.In a statement shared on the official handle of Nigerian Stories via X (formerly Twitter), Governor Lawal declared:> “I know where bandits are, but security agents take orders fromContinue reading "I Know Where Bandits Hide, But Abuja Ties Security Agents’ Hands – Zamfara Governor Explodes"
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