The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) on Friday called on travellers to report reckless driving on roads to reduce accidents during the 2024 ember months. The commission made the call as it concluded a series of activities for its nationwide ember month sensitisation campaigns. The campaign is tagged “Speak Up Against Dangerous Driving: Crashes Kill…
Barely a month after taking office, Franklin Ikechukwu Nwadialo, the newly-elected Chairman of Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State, has been arrested in Texas, United States, on charges of internet fraud. The arrest stems from his alleged involvement in a romance scam that defrauded several victims of over $2 million. Nwadialo, who emerged as…
Outgoing Edo state Governor Godwin Obaseki has expressed his readiness to submit himself to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, if the agency requires his presence in connection with his eight years of stewardship in the state. Obaseki stated this on Wednesday during the EdoBEST National Results-Sharing Session in Abuja, where he highlighted his…
Chelsea recorded the biggest Europa Conference League victory as they crushed Armenian side FC Noah. The Blues, playing a completely different team to their last Premier League game, led 6-0 at the break – and added two more in the second half. They took the lead when Tosin Adarabioyo headed in Enzo Fernandez’s corner. Noah…
The Defence Headquarters has confirmed the emergence of a new terror group known as ‘Lukarawas’ in the Northwestern states of Sokoto and Kebbi. Addressing a news conference in Abuja on Thursday, the Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, said the new terror group is exacerbating insecurity in the North-West region but the Armed…
Police personnel are to wear a black band for seven days in honour of the late Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja. The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun gave the directive in a statement signed by the Force spokesman Muyiwa Adejobi. “Following the death of the late Chief of Army…
Interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy says an extended stint on the bench acted as motivation for Manchester United’s two-goal Europa League hero Amad Diallo. Amad had been named as substitute in six successive games before being given a start against Greek side PAOK at Old Trafford. In Van Nistelrooy’s words, the 22-year-old responded by being…
Professor Chukwuma Soludo, Governor of Anambra State, remains deeply committed to transforming Anambra State, with a vision that extends beyond the capital. His administration’s development initiatives reach into the heart of rural communities, ensuring that every corner of Anambra State experiences progress and prosperity. In his pursuit of an inclusive, prosperous Anambra, Governor Soludo focuses…
The Commissioner of Police in Imo State recently visited the scene of a bomb explosion at the International Market in Orlu Local Government Area, where two lives were tragically lost. In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) ASP Henry Okoye confirmed the Commissioner’s commitment to uncovering the full details behind the incident. The…
~Commiserates With Family, Nigerian Government, Armed Forces. The Nigeria Police Force is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja on November 5, 2024. To pay tribute, the Inspector-General of Police has cancelled led all non-essential personal and social engagements and non-urgent commitments for the next two days. General Lagbaja was a…
