Hundreds protest against illegal mining in east DR Congo
Several hundred people demonstrated Wednesday in Democratic Republic of Congo to protest illegal mining in the country’s east, where authorities are investigating claims of widespread illicit Chinese involvement. The gathering…
Court sentences armed robber to death by hanging
The Kano State High Court, presided over by Justice Nasir Saminu, has sentenced a man to death by hanging for armed robbery, on Wednesday 7th January. The convict, one Abdurrahman…
Man gets jail time for instigating mob against FRSC official
A Chief Magistrate Court in Jimeta, Yola, Adamawa State, has sentenced one Mr. Nuhu Isah to six months imprisonment for intimidating and inciting a mob against officials of the Federal…
Sanya completes attempt to break world record for largest sandal
Nigerian-born British shoe designer, Liz Sanya, has completed her attempt to break the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the world’s largest sandal. The project, which kicked off on January 2,…
Burna Boy: We’re coming to perfect Speed Darlington’s bail – Lawyers write police
Counsel for embattled Nigerian singer Darlington Achakpo, aka Speed Darlington, has expressed readiness to meet his bail conditions imposed by the Federal High Court in Abuja. Deji Adeyanju and Partners…
Summit: Egypt, Cyprus, and Greece call for regional stability
The summit highlighted the urgent need for regional cooperation to confront growing challenges to security, migration, and economic stability.Read More
FULL LIST: Japa, Agbero, Eba, Suya, 16 Other Nigerian Words Added To Oxford English Dictionary
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has expanded its repertoire with 20 Nigerian words and expressions in its latest update, showcasing the rich linguistic and cultural heritage of Nigeria. Prominent additions…
Group wants police withdrawn from Abuja land dispute
The Initiative Against Human Rights Abuse and Torture (INAHURAT), on Wednesday, asked the Nigerian Police Force to withdraw from the ongoing investigation into the Abuja land dispute. Director of Legal…
Police rescue 59 children from child trafficking syndicate
The FCT Police Command operatives have intercepted a J-5 Bus transporting 59 kids in a truck to Nassarawa State. FCT Police boss, CP Tunji Disu, who gave details of the…
Zone 17: AIG decorates zonal spokesperson, nine senior officers
Mr. Abiodun Asabi, Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 17, in charge of Ondo and Ekiti States, has decorated the zonal Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Adeoye Akeem, and nine other…