NDLEA intercepts ex-convict with N4.6billion worth of cocaine at Lagos airport
Barely 16 months after he was arrested and convicted for ingesting 93 pellets of cocaine, a 48-year-old businessman Christian Ifeanyi Ogbuji has been intercepted by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA Ikeja Lagos for importing 817 wraps of the same Class A drug weighing 19.40…
APC Eyes Further Political Wins Following Edo Victory: Ganduje Sets Sights on Ondo and Anambra
Following the All Progressives Congress’s (APC) victory in the Edo governorship election, the party’s national chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has outlined ambitious plans to consolidate its political dominance. In a statement made on Monday, September 23, Ganduje emphasized that the party is well-prepared to secure the governorship seat in Ondo during the upcoming election…
Federal Government Approves Contract for 258 km Concrete Superhighway in Kebbi and Sokoto States
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has sanctioned a contract for the construction of a 258-kilometer, three-lane roadway that will feature continuous reinforced concrete pavement in Kebbi and Sokoto States. The project is part of a larger initiative to enhance road infrastructure across Nigeria. This approved section is part of the 1,000-kilometer superhighway, which will eventually…
VP Shettima Departs Abuja for the 79th UNGA in New York
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for New York to lead Nigeria’s delegation at the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The trip comes following a directive from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who asked Shettima to represent the country at the global forum while he focuses on urgent domestic issues, including…
Edo Election: INEC Announces Start of Collation of Results at 10 a.m.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that the collation of results for the Edo State Governorship election will commence at 10:00 a.m. today, Sunday, September 22, 2024. This update was provided by Dr. Anugbum Onuoha, the Resident Electoral Commissioner of Edo State, in a statement addressing the public, political stakeholders, and election observers….
Nigeria Signs Agreement with Russian Consortium to Revive Ajaokuta Steel and National Iron Ore Mining Company
The Federal Government of Nigeria has entered into a significant agreement with a Russian consortium for the rehabilitation, completion, and operation of both the Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited (ASP) and the National Iron Ore Mining Company Limited (NIOMCO). This development comes after years of efforts to revitalize Nigeria’s steel industry, which has been dormant for…
EDO ELECTION: Authorities Apprehend Political Thugs and Seize Firearms During Overnight Operations
As voters head to the polls in Edo State today, the Nigeria Police Force has intensified its crackdown on electoral violence, successfully arresting two political thugs and seizing illegal firearms during overnight operations. The arrests come at a critical time as the state braces for a high-stakes election. The two suspects, Edwin Obanor, 43, and…
Edo Election: Mercy Johnson’s Husband, Prince Okojie, Escapes Assassination Attempt
Prince Henry Odianosen Okojie, a federal lawmaker representing Esan North-East/Esan South-East Federal Constituency in Edo State and husband of Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt on Friday morning. The attack reportedly occurred at his residence in Uromi, where armed men, believed to be political thugs, targeted him. The motive behind the attack…
Governor Eno Fulfills Promises to Late Nollywood Artist’s Family
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has delivered on his promise to support the family of late Nollywood makeup artist, Abigail Edith Frederick. In a heartwarming gesture, the Governor handed over a newly remodeled and fully furnished six-bedroom bungalow to the family in Ikot Udoma, Eket Local Government Area. The Governor also provided a…
Nigeria Set to Celebrate 64th Independence Anniversary with Series of National Events
The Federal Government has announced a lineup of events to commemorate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary, starting with a World Press Conference on Thursday, September 26, 2024. The celebration will feature religious and civic activities leading up to Independence Day on October 1, 2024, a public holiday for the entire nation. According to the schedule, the…