The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Tin-Can Island Command, has thwarted an attempt by a criminal syndicate to smuggle arms and ammunition into the country. The illicit items were uncovered during a routine inspection of imported consignments. Among the seized items were automatic single-barrel rifles, pump-action guns, military camouflage, and substances suspected to be illicit drugs.…
The Niger state government has declared a public holiday from Monday to Friday next week. Governor Mohammed Umar Bago announced the decision, emphasizing that the holiday aims to facilitate the distribution of palliatives and Ramadan feeding across the state. This measure aligns with the government’s commitment to alleviating the economic challenges faced by the people.…
Former Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro, has dismissed suggestions of a potential return to coach Nigeria again. Peseiro parted ways with the team at the end of February after his contract expired. He has now refuted reports indicating a swift comeback to manage the three-time African champions. In an interview with Sports Italia, Peseiro…
The Ghanaian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ambassador Rawhide Bawa, has sadly passed away. According to The Nation, although there has been no official statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Bawa’s demise was confirmed on Thursday, March 14. His body has been transported to Ghana for burial, following Islamic funeral rites. Ambassador Bawa was reported…
Police have apprehended two suspects believed to be responsible for the deaths of three individuals in Nta village, Ikom Local Government Area (LGA) of Cross River State, last weekend. The suspects, accused of orchestrating the arson attack, were captured in Obubra LGA. Initially detained in Ikom LGA for a brief period, they were subsequently transferred…
