The Federal Government on Tuesday disclosed that it repatriated 828 foreigners to their various countries in 2024. Interior minister, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo disclosed this at a media parley in Abuja. While he did not list their specific offences, he said the repatriation was carried out by the Nigeria Immigration Service NIS.
The Enugu State Police Command has apprehended a 33-year-old man, Sunday Echege, for allegedly severing the left wrist of his wife, Chinonso Echege, over claims of infidelity. The incident occurred in Ibagwa-Agu Farm Settlement, located in the Ibagwa-Ani community of Nsukka Local Government Area. The arrest, carried out by officers from the Okpuje Division, was…
House of Representatives member Alex Ikwechegh has humorously embraced the nickname “the man who makes things disappear,” which arose from a widely publicized confrontation with a Bolt driver in Abuja in October 2024.Speaking as a guest on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Tuesday, the lawmaker, who represents Aba North and South Federal Constituency under the…
Major General Bamidele Johnson Olawumi (Rtd) has criticized Senator Adams Oshiomhole for alleging that retired military officers are involved in illegal mining activities.Describing Oshiomhole’s claim as “reckless, unfounded, and disrespectful,” General Olawumi said the remarks tarnish the reputation of retired generals who have honorably served the nation. “As a retired officer who dedicated my life…
The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Ayodele, has issued a warning about potential terrorist attacks in several Nigerian states. The cleric, in a statement on Tuesday, said the states at risk include Nasarawa, Gombe, Plateau, Kaduna, Bauchi, Benue, Abuja, and Kogi. He urged the Chief of Defence Staff and the Chief of Army…
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has filed a N20 billion libel suit against the Nigeria Police Force Spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Olumuyiwa Adejobi. The suit, initiated by Kanu’s lead counsel, Chief Aloy Ejimakor, was filed on Tuesday at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has shut down the infamous Cemetery Market in Aba, Abia State, for the second time in two years.The agency said it uncovered and confiscated fake and substandard food and beverages worth over ₦5 billion in its latest operation tagged Operation Clean Up Aba.Described as a…
The leadership of the Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, has called on President Bola Tinubu to forthwith release the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu. The group in a communique on Tuesday said the fair hearing of the separatist leader may no longer be guaranteed due to controversial and conflicting legal proceedings…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, has commended President Bola Tinubu for fostering inclusive governance, noting that his efforts have helped to ease concerns surrounding the Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket. Speaking shortly after a National Executive Committee meeting in Kaduna, Northern CAN Chairman, Reverend…
~Tasked Youths To Embrace Peace And Development. Plateau State Governor Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has disclosed his readiness to remodel the Dadin Kowa Youth Centre Jos which will serve as a hub for youth development activities, including skill acquisition, entrepreneurship development, and innovation. The Governor expressed his satisfaction with the behavior of Plateau State youths over…
