The corpse of a mentally challenged 13-year-old boy who went missing on Saturday in Danzomo village, Sule Tankarkar Local Government of Jigawa has been recovered. In a statement released by the Jigawa police spokesperson, Lawan Shiisu, the corpse of the deceased, identified as Gambo Yusuf, was recovered in an open well at about 12.30 p.m. … Continue reading Dead body of a mentally challenged boy found in a well
Reckless driver arrested for killing a boy and injuring his sister.
A43-year-old businessman, Kazeem Olatunji, who allegedly drove in a reckless manner and caused the death of a 10-year-old girl on Tuesday appeared in an Ikeja Magistrates’ Court. The police charged Mr Olatunji with dangerous and reckless driving, causing grievous harm and causing death. The prosecution counsel, Lucky Ihiehie, told the court that the defendant committed … Continue reading Reckless driver arrested for killing a boy and injuring his sister.
8 people kidnapped by bandits in Zamfara rescued
Eight kidnapped persons have been rescued from bandits in Bungudu Local Government Area (LGA) of Zamfara state, according to the state police command. “In its determination to protect lives and property of the citizens, the police command in Zamfara secured the unconditional release of eight victims who were abducted on August 25 at Kangon Sabuwa … Continue reading 8 people kidnapped by bandits in Zamfara rescued
Katsina State Govt orders immediate closure of major roads.
The Governor explained that the closure of the roads and other measures were in the exercise of powers conferred upon him by sub-section (2) of Section 176 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as amended. He tagged the notice, “Security Challenges (Containment) Order” and shall come into effect from August 31, 2021. … Continue reading Katsina State Govt orders immediate closure of major roads.
Missing 13 year old boy from Ebonyi State found found in Delta State.
The police command in Delta has found a missing teenager, Kachukwu Sunday, in Asaba. The acting police spokesperson, Bright Edafe, who disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, said that the 13-year-old boy was in the custody of the command. According to him, the teenager hailed from Agu-Achara Community in Ishielu Agba Local Government Area … Continue reading Missing 13 year old boy from Ebonyi State found found in Delta State.
Nigeria will never be better if the leaders are not showing good example ~ Osibanjo
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says it will “just wasting a lot of time” if Nigerian leaders are not willing to make sacrifices and risk their popularity to attain lasting solutions in violent conflict, including ethnic and religious tensions. “Unless we are prepared to not just talk about it but to make an open display, first … Continue reading Nigeria will never be better if the leaders are not showing good example ~ Osibanjo
Fulani Herdsmen attack Hausa traders in Delta State.
At least ten people have reportedly sustained varying degrees of injury as Hausa traders and Fulani herders engaged in a bloody clash at the popular Hausa Market along Benin-Warri Road, Amukpe, Sapele in the Sapele Local Government Area of Delta State. It was learnt that some shops at the market were destroyed during the clash … Continue reading Fulani Herdsmen attack Hausa traders in Delta State.
UN warns Buhari’s govt against human right abuse.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has told President Muhammadu Buhari’s regime and other governments to stop enforced disappearances. A telling report by the International Society for Civil Liberties & Rule of Law (Intersociety) revealed that in Nigeria, “not less than 600 (Igbo youths) were disappeared or feared killed in the captivity” of the Nigerian military. It … Continue reading UN warns Buhari’s govt against human right abuse.
MTN paid N95.5 yearly taxes to FG
MTN Nigeria has revealed it paid the federal government N95.5 billion for 2020 company income tax (CIT) amid claims of tax indebtedness to the government. Its company secretary, Uto Ukpana, made the clarification in a notice posted on the website of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited on Tuesday. Mrs Ukpana recalled that on January 8, … Continue reading MTN paid N95.5 yearly taxes to FG
US to help Nigeria identify sponsors of terrorism
The United States has expressed its readiness to assist Nigeria identify sponsors of terrorism in the country. This was disclosed on Monday by the US Ambassador to Nigeria, Mary Leonard, during a meeting with journalists in Abuja. US Ambassador to Nigeria, Mary Leonard.When the envoy was asked if the US was ready to help Nigeria … Continue reading US to help Nigeria identify sponsors of terrorism
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