The Nigerian Army has denied reports that Ibrahim Nazifi, a recruit from Gombe State, died during military training at the Nigerian Army Depot in Zaria. The denial follows an earlier statement by the Gombe State Government claiming that the recruit died while undergoing training. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Acting Assistant Director…
The Jigawa State Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of a newly married man who allegedly died after consuming a poisoned meal prepared by his wife in Gauza village, Jahun Local Government Area. According to preliminary police findings, the deceased reportedly ate his lunch at home before falling seriously ill. He…
The Anambra State Government has announced that it will commence pro-rata salary payments for civil servants from February 2026, a policy shift aimed at ending the long-standing Monday sit-at-home across the state. The Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor, disclosed this on Saturday, January 24, during a press briefing in Awka. He…
Ogun State is set to attain long-awaited oil-producing status following approval by President Bola Tinubu for the commencement of commercial oil drilling at Eba in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area. Governor Dapo Abiodun disclosed while receiving the Flag Officer Commanding, Western Naval Command, Rear Admiral Abubakar Abdullahi Mustapha, and other senior naval officers during a…
The Chairman of Lagos Mainland Local Government Area, Jubril Emilagba, has ordered a ban on sleeping within Oyingbo Market, citing rising security concerns and the need to protect lives and property. Emilagba announced the directive on Friday during a security meeting with market executives and members, describing it as part of his administration’s ongoing…
Bandits have attacked four villages in Dandume Local Government Area of Katsina State, killing eight people and injuring 11 others. The assailants struck Baraje, Kirijan, Shugu, Kauran Pawa, and Unguwar Jika around midnight, abducting one person and vandalising homes and businesses. While the state police command’s Public Relations Officer could not be reached for…
The Ondo State Police Command has arraigned 20-year-old labourer Godpower Emeka before an Akure Chief Magistrates’ Court for allegedly stabbing a teenage boy to death following a minor disagreement. Emeka, whose residential address was not disclosed in court, was charged with conspiracy and murder. The prosecutor, Augustine Omhenemhen, told the court that the incident…
The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Ministry of Health and relevant government agencies over the non-implementation of the Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS), warning that failure to act will trigger a nationwide strike. In a joint statement signed by…
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), has directed all field commanders to intensify efforts to dismantle drug cartels nationwide, making it a key operational priority for 2026. Marwa issued the directive during NDLEA’s annual review and strategic planning meeting at the…
FIFA has announced a prize pool of nearly $4 million for the inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup, setting a new financial benchmark in women’s club football. Under the prize structure, the tournament champions will earn $2.3 million—the largest single prize payout in the history of the women’s club game. The runners-up in the final,…
