A devastating explosion rocked the Bodija area of Ibadan on Tuesday night, resulting in at least two fatalities and leaving dozens injured. The incident, caused by explosive devices stored by illegal miners, unfolded in a residential building and caused extensive damage to the surroundings. Governor Seyi Makinde disclosed the impact during a visit to the Read More…
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PenCom earns top ethical rating in 2023, marking vindication for Nigeria’s pension administration
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has achieved a significant milestone, securing the top position in the 2023 Ethics and Integrity Compliance Scorecard (EICS) among 50 regulatory agencies in Nigeria. This accomplishment comes two years after the conviction of Abdulrasheed Maina, former chairman of the Pension Reform Task Team (PRTT), for money laundering and other offences Read More…
Russia takes aggressive stance as Ukraine’s counter-offensive fails
Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a warning on Tuesday, suggesting that Ukraine’s statehood could face an “irreparable blow” if the current war pattern persisted. Putin’s comments followed Switzerland’s agreement to host a global summit at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s request. Dismissing proposed peace formulas, Putin asserted Russia’s determination not to abandon the gains it had Read More…
Surprise victories mark opening days of Africa Cup of Nations
Namibia’s winger, Deon Hotto, secured a stunning 1-0 victory over Tunisia at the Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday, continuing the trend of surprising results in the tournament. Hotto’s 88th-minute goal handed the underdog Namibia a well-deserved win in the Group E encounter. Namibia ranked 87 places below Tunisia globally, displayed superior creativity and missed Read More…
First Lady mourns Nabeeha, calls for prayers and action on kidnappings
Sen. Oluremi Tinubu CON, wife of the President, Federal Republic of Nigeria, has expressed her sorrow over the death of Nabeeha, one of the kidnapped Al-Kadriyar sisters, and urged the nation to pray for the safe return of the other girls. “It is with a heavy heart that I acknowledge the devastating loss of Nabeeha Read More…
NDLEA thwarts drug trafficking operation at Lagos airport
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) successfully apprehended a suspected drug trafficker bound for Milan, Italy, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Ikeja, Lagos, on January 11. The suspect, identified as a regular flyer, was discovered in possession of significant quantities of codeine-based syrup and Rohypnol concealed within his luggage. NDLEA spokesperson, Mr. Read More…
Lagos Task Force cracks down on illegal motorcycle operations
The Lagos State Environment and Special Offences Enforcement Unit, popularly known as the Task Force, has taken decisive action against the illegal operations of commercial motorcycles, popularly called Okada, impounding a total of 344 motorcycles in various parts of the state within seven days. The Public Relations Officer of the unit, Mr. Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, highlighted Read More…
Community leaders in Lagos appeal for urgent action against rising cultism
The Ibassa/Ijegun-Egba Youth Association in Oriade Local Council Development Area of Lagos has raised an alarm over the increasing menace of cultism in the area. The Chairman of the Association, Mr. Kareem Idowu, expressed deep concern about the escalating level of insecurity caused by cultist activities in the community. Idowu revealed in a statement that Read More…
ULBS graduates urged to become game changers for nation’s progress
Professor Mike Adebamowo, Executive Director of the University of Lagos Business School (ULBS), has called on graduating participants to be game changers, not only within their organisations but also for the betterment of the entire nation. Adebamowo delivered this charge during the 3rd graduation reception for the class of 2023 EMBA participants held on Saturday Read More…
Chaos erupts in Anambra church as pastor attempts to heal insane man
Pandemonium unfolded in a church in Obosi, Anambra, on Sunday when a man suspected to be insane attacked a congregant with a machete during a healing prayer session. According to a statement by the police spokesman in the state, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, “Preliminary information revealed that the man of God in the church claimed he Read More…