A Lagos court has remanded a father-in-law in police custody over alleged threats against his late son’s widow during a property dispute, as investigations continue.
Category: Local News
FG Rules Out Immediate Electricity Tariff Hike, Prioritises Better Power Supply and Universal Metering!
Federal Government rules out an immediate electricity tariff hike, saying its priority is improved power supply, universal metering, and fair billing before any future tariff review.
27 Farmer-Herder Conflict Alerts Recorded in Katsina, Zamfara as Security Concerns Persist – Report!
A new early warning report recorded 27 farmer-herder conflict alerts across Katsina and Zamfara, highlighting persistent security risks, rural tensions, and the need for stronger conflict prevention measures in northwest Nigeria.
Global Mistrust Hurting Business, Trade, Economic Stability, Says Okonjo-Iweala!
WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala warns that growing global mistrust is undermining international business, trade and economic stability, calling for greater transparency, cooperation and urgent WTO reforms.
Anambra Land Dispute: Monarch Appeals for Peace, Seeks Soludo’s Intervention While Rejecting Allegations of Partisanship!
Anambra monarch denies supporting either faction in the Umuawulu land ownership dispute and urges Governor Chukwuma Soludo to intervene through a fair, lawful, and peaceful resolution as tensions persist between Umuenu and Enugwu quarters.
NAPTIP Arrests 120 Suspected Human Traffickers, Rescues Over 300 Victims in Ondo!
NAPTIP says it has arrested 120 suspected human traffickers and rescued over 300 victims in Ondo State within three years, reaffirming efforts to combat human trafficking through enforcement, rehabilitation, and public awareness.
Union Rejects Kwara Government’s ‘No Work, No Pay’ Threat, Throws Weight Behind Striking Law Officers!
JUSUN rejects the Kwara State Government’s ‘no work, no pay’ threat against striking law officers, warning of possible nationwide labour action unless the dispute is resolved through dialogue.
CJN Bans Use of ‘Barrister’ as Name Prefix at Supreme Court, Orders Strict Compliance!
The Chief Justice of Nigeria has banned the use of “Barrister” as a name prefix at the Supreme Court, directing lawyers to comply immediately with the new courtroom naming convention
Ex-FUOYE SUG President James Adio Regains Freedom After Court Remand as NANS Hails Victory for Justice!
Former FUOYE SUG President James Adio has regained his freedom after being remanded by an Ekiti State Magistrate Court. NANS describes his release as a victory for justice while reaffirming its commitment to defending students’ rights.
Nigeria’s military rescued 397 kidnapped victims and recorded the surrender of 57 terrorists in July, according to the Defence Headquarters, as troops intensified nationwide operations against insurgency, banditry, kidnapping, and crude oil theft.
FG Begins Free LPG Cylinder Distribution in Bayelsa to Boost Clean Cooking, Reduce Reliance on Firewood!
The Federal Government has launched the distribution of free LPG cylinders to households in Bayelsa State as part of its nationwide clean cooking initiative aimed at improving public health, reducing deforestation, and expanding access to affordable cooking gas across Nigeria.
Police, Catholic Diocese Differ Over Benue Seminarian Kelvin Ochai’s Disappearance!
Police and the Catholic Diocese of Otukpo have offered conflicting accounts over the disappearance of Benue seminarian Kelvin Ochai, with police treating it as a missing person case while the Church insists he was abducted.
Why FCT Chairman Appointed a Special Assistant on Dance: Kuje Council Boss Explains Entertainment-Focused Role!
Kuje Area Council Chairman Danjuma Shekwolo explains why he appointed a Special Assistant on Dance, describing the role as an entertainment-focused initiative aimed at youth empowerment, cultural promotion, and community development in the Federal Capital Territory.
Anambra First Lady Nonye Soludo Marks 56th Birthday, Renews Commitment to Humanitarian Service!
Anambra First Lady Dr. Nonye Soludo celebrates her 56th birthday, renewing her commitment to humanitarian service, grassroots empowerment, women’s development, healthcare advocacy, and community transformation across Anambra State.
Don’t Shelter Under Telecom Masts During Storms, NSCDC Warns Kano Residents as Safety Concerns Rise!
The NSCDC has warned Kano residents against seeking shelter beneath telecommunications masts during storms, urging the protection of critical telecom infrastructure while emphasizing public safety and uninterrupted communication services across Nigeria.