Former Police Officer Abba Kyari Released from Custody

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has confirmed the release of the suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Abba Kyari. The spokesperson for the FCT Command of the NCoS, Adamu Duza, verified this in a brief statement. He mentioned that Kyari had met the bail conditions set by the court and was consequently released. “DCP... Read More

Governor Sanwo-Olu Promises Stronger Support for IT Development

Sanwo-Olu Promises Robust Support for IT Industry Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fostering policies that drive economic growth and expand job opportunities, particularly within the information technology (IT) and e-commerce sectors. During the recent unveiling of the Jumia Integrated Warehouse located along the Oshodi-Apapa Motorway in Lagos, Governor... Read More

U.S. Laboratory Refutes Conducting Poison Test on Mohbad

The management of National Medical Services Laboratories (NMS Labs) in Pennsylvania, United States, has refuted the Lagos State Government’s claim that a toxicology test was conducted at their facility to determine the cause of singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad’s, death. NMS Labs’ response came after inquiries from our correspondent, who embarked on a fact-finding... Read More

Nigerians Criticize Government’s Decision to Reinstate Old National Anthem as Misplaced Priority

The government’s decision to revert to Nigeria’s old national anthem has sparked a range of reactions among Nigerians. President Bola Tinubu signed the National Anthem Bill 2024 on Wednesday, reinstating the old anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee,” and replacing “Arise, O Compatriots.” The former anthem was used from 1960, when Nigeria gained independence until... Read More

Court Clears Miyetti Allah President of Terrorism Charges

On Wednesday, the Federal High Court in Abuja discharged Alhaji Bello Bodejo, President of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, from an alleged terrorism charge filed by the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF). Justice Inyang Ekwo granted the discharge following an oral application by the AGF’s counsel, Aderonke Imana, who moved to withdraw the three-count charge.... Read More

The Urgent Need for a Second Runway at Abuja Airport – Keyamo

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has announced that the Federal Government has initiated the construction of a second runway at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. During a ministerial press briefing on Monday in Abuja, marking President Bola Tinubu’s first year in office, Keyamo emphasized the prolonged controversies and delays the... Read More

NNPC Shuts Down 122 Illegal Refineries and Seals Fuel Station

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has uncovered 122 illegal oil refining sites in the past week across the Niger Delta region. The NNPCL announced that a filling station in Akwa Ibom State was sealed for selling illegally refined fuel to motorists. According to a documentary released by NNPCL on Tuesday, 65 illegal... Read More

Report Identifies Lekki, Oshodi, and Apapa as Top Crime Hotspots

The Lagos State Justice Reform Summit on Tuesday revealed critical crime statistics and comprehensive reform plans aimed at overhauling the state’s criminal justice system. Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos High Court presented the data and outlined the proposed changes at the two-day summit held by the Lagos State Ministry of Justice in Ikeja.... Read More