The Kano State Police Command has arrested six suspected notorious mobile phone thieves operating within the Kano metropolis. The spokesperson of the command, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, who disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday January 15, 2025 said the suspects specialized in disguising as tricycle riders and stealing passengers’ mobile phones. According…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, are at odds over the arrest of a prominent PDP chieftain, Jonathan Okunbor. At the heart of the controversy is a staggering allegation of N6 billion siphoned from the coffers of Edo’s local government areas. The EFCC claims…
Media entrepreneur and host of #WithChude, Chude Jidonwo, has announced the year-long celebration of his 25-year career in the media – which falls on the same year he turns 40. He announced this with a post on his social media platforms and a new photoshoot on Monday, 6 January 2025. The celebrations include 21 years…
The President Bola Tinubu-led Nigerian Government has told the Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido, that it does not need his help regarding the country’s economic reforms. Sanusi, a former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, stated on Wednesday that he will not help the government regarding Nigeria’s current economic challenges. He said this while…
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has filed a five-count charge against Jimi Lawal, a former Senior Special Adviser to ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, over alleged money laundering and corruption. The charges, filed on January 15 at the Federal High Court in Kaduna, are outlined in case number FCH/KD/16c/2025. The…
Ayo Makun, aka AY, took to Instagram to celebrate his second daughter on her 3rd birthday. He shared adorable photos of Ayomide Makun and expressed his love for her in the caption. The comedian wrote: “Happy Birthday to my beautiful daughter Ayomide (My Joy Has Come)! “Today, i celebrate you turning 3 years old, and…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has issued a stern warning to farming and fishing communities in Baga and surrounding areas against collaborating with Boko Haram insurgents. The governor emphasized that such actions jeopardize ongoing efforts to restore peace and stability in the region. Speaking at the palace of the district head in Baga town on…
The Katsina State Police Command has arrested two suspected kidnappers who abducted and k!lled a 12-year-old boy in Dankama, Kaita Local Government Area of the state after his parents failed to pay N25m they demanded for his release. The spokesperson of the command, DSP Abubakar Sadiq, who paraded the suspects alongside other criminals before…
Here are the top 10 stories making headlines across the country today. 1. Tinubu unveils Nigeria’s three-pillar strategy to tackle climate change President Bola Tinubu has called for global collaboration to bridge the gap between Africa and the global energy transition, emphasizing the urgent need to address climate change as both an environmental challenge and…
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Felicia Obozuwa as Executive Director, Corporate Services and Service Management, following approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Felicia brings nearly three decades of experience and a proven track record of excellence to her new position. Her expertise and leadership…
