In a case that has sent shockwaves across Enugu State, Mr. Sunday Echeji has been remanded in prison custody after allegedly severing his wife’s hand in a gruesome act of domestic violence. The horrific incident, which occurred in Ugwuogede village, Ibagwa-Agu, Nsukka Local Government Area, has ignited widespread outrage and renewed calls for stricter enforcementContinue reading "Enugu Court Remands Man for Severing Wife’s Hand, First Lady Vows Justice"
HEDA Demands EFCC, ICPC Probe into N480 Million Bribery Scandal Rocking Nigerian Lawmakers and University Vice-Chancellors
The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA) Resource Centre has condemned an alleged N480 million bribery scandal involving members of the Senate Committee on Tertiary Education and TETFund, as well as the House Committee on University Education. The civil society organization has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent CorruptContinue reading "HEDA Demands EFCC, ICPC Probe into N480 Million Bribery Scandal Rocking Nigerian Lawmakers and University Vice-Chancellors"
Nigerian Businessman Undergoes Emergency Surgery to Remove 81 Cocaine Pellets from Stomach
In a shocking drug trafficking bust, a 59-year-old Nigerian businessman, Chijioke Nnanna Igbokwe, has undergone emergency surgery to remove 57 out of 81 cocaine pellets lodged in his stomach. The surgery, performed at a Lagos hospital, was necessitated after he failed to excrete the illicit drugs for seven days following his return from Ethiopia.Igbokwe wasContinue reading "Nigerian Businessman Undergoes Emergency Surgery to Remove 81 Cocaine Pellets from Stomach"
Amaechi Not a Threat to Nigeria’s Peace, But a Champion of Democracy – Groups Fire Back at Matawalle
Two prominent organizations have strongly criticized the Minister of State for Defence, Hon. Bello Matawalle, over his recent remarks accusing former Rivers State Governor, Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, of inciting the public against the Federal Government.The Initiative for Transparent Strategy and Good Leadership (ITSGL) condemned Matawalle’s comments, describing them as politically motivated and an attempt toContinue reading "Amaechi Not a Threat to Nigeria’s Peace, But a Champion of Democracy – Groups Fire Back at Matawalle"
Shockwave for Nigerians: FG Confirms Plans to Hike Electricity Tariffs in Coming Months
In a move that is set to spark nationwide reactions, the Federal Government has announced that plans are underway to increase electricity tariffs across the country in the coming months. The revelation was made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, sending shockwaves through households and businesses already grappling with the high cost ofContinue reading "Shockwave for Nigerians: FG Confirms Plans to Hike Electricity Tariffs in Coming Months"
Tragedy on Ore-Lagos Highway: 28 Passengers Burnt Beyond Recognition in Devastating Auto Crash
A horrific accident on the Ore-Lagos highway has claimed the lives of 28 passengers, who were burnt beyond recognition in a devastating head-on collision at Onipetsi, Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State.The tragic incident, which occurred at Mile 49 along the busy expressway, was confirmed by the Ondo State Sector Commander of the FederalContinue reading "Tragedy on Ore-Lagos Highway: 28 Passengers Burnt Beyond Recognition in Devastating Auto Crash"
SERAP Demands Probe into Missing N26bn in Petroleum Ministry, PTDF
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to order an immediate investigation into the alleged disappearance of over N26 billion from the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) and the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources in 2021.The group urged the President to direct the Attorney General of the Federation, LateefContinue reading "SERAP Demands Probe into Missing N26bn in Petroleum Ministry, PTDF"
FCT Police Begin Strict Enforcement of Mandatory Third-Party Vehicle Insurance
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has launched a rigorous enforcement of the mandatory Third-Party Motor Vehicle Insurance, in compliance with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun. The operation, which commenced on February 1, 2025, aims to enhance road safety and ensure strict adherence to traffic regulations.In a statementContinue reading "FCT Police Begin Strict Enforcement of Mandatory Third-Party Vehicle Insurance"
Powering Progress: FG, GEF, and UNDP Launch 23 Mini-Grids to Boost Rural Electrification
In a major push towards sustainable energy access, the Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has unveiled the deployment of 23 new mini-grids across the country. The initiative, executed through the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), is part of the Africa Mini-Grids ProgrammeContinue reading "Powering Progress: FG, GEF, and UNDP Launch 23 Mini-Grids to Boost Rural Electrification"
TERROR IN ABUJA: POLICE RESCUE WOMAN FROM SUSPECTED RITUALIST AFTER HORRIFIC HOTEL ORDEAL
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has rescued a young woman from the clutches of a suspected ritualist and armed robber in Abuja, launching an intensive manhunt for the fleeing perpetrator.The shocking incident unfolded at a hotel in the Wuse district of Abuja, where 25-year-old Promise Eze, an Ebonyi State native, was found boundContinue reading "TERROR IN ABUJA: POLICE RESCUE WOMAN FROM SUSPECTED RITUALIST AFTER HORRIFIC HOTEL ORDEAL"
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