3 h. ago Many ritual killings, murder cases happen in homesteads —CP Ogunlowo

Tribune Online Many ritual killings, murder cases happen in homesteads —CP Ogunlowo In this interview with Crime Editor, OLUWATOYIN MALIK, the Commissioner of Police in charge of Ogun State Command, Dr Lanre Ogunlowo, speaks on the efforts in curbing crimes and ensuring security and safety in the state. Excerpts: KIDNAPPING in the South West states, Ogun inclusive, is of utmost concern currently. What is Ogun State Police […] Many ritual killings, murder cases happen in homesteads —CP Ogunlowo Tribune Online

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4 h. ago After LEADERSHIP Report, Kaduna Electric Restores Power In Kakuri

The residents of Kakuri Hausa, Makera constituency, Kaduna State, are excited that the electricity supply was restored to their community following a report by LEADERSHIP. It was gathered that electricity was restored at the midnight of April 2, 2025. LEADERSHIP reported on March 31, 2025, that the community had been in darkness since April last […]

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6 h. ago Dead pregnant woman: Lagos hospital denies requesting N500,000 for treatment

The Lagos private hospital, As Salam Convalescent Centre, located in Iwerekun 1, Ibeju/Lekki, has denied claims that it demanded an upfront payment of N500,000 before offering treatment to a pregnant woman, Kemi, who later died from pregnancy complications. Kemi’s grieving husband, Akinbobola Folajimi, made the allegation in a viral video, accusing the hospital of refusing Read More

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6 h. ago Manufacturers regaining confidence as forex stabilises – MAN

Manufacturers are optimistic about the stability of the sector following a challenging period of unsold inventory and economic uncertainty, according to the Chairman of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, Ogun State Chapter, George Onafowokan. The PUNCH reported in 2024 that the MAN Ogun State chairman lamented the unsold inventory of members rising to N350bn due Read More

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6 h. ago Umahi Rejects Claim Of Owing N200m For Campaign, Threatens Legal Action

The Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, has refuted claims that he owes businesswoman Mrs. Tracynither Ohiri N200 million for promotional materials supplied during his 2014 governorship campaign. Umahi strongly denied the allegations, clarifying that there was no such debt. The accusation had been making the rounds, with Ohiri reportedly seeking payment for the materials […] The post Umahi Rejects Claim Of Owing N200m For Campaign, Threatens Legal Action appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago “We’re Transparent, Not Partisan In Senator Natasha’s Recall Process” – INEC Tells Nigerians

Independent National Electoral Commission has denied claim made by some Nigerians that it is taking side over the ongoing recall process against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The commission noted that it has been transparent over the exercise, contrary to claim saying that it has been partisan. Speaking during a show via Channels Television on Thursday, Chief […] The post “We’re Transparent, Not Partisan In Senator Natasha’s Recall Process” – INEC Tells Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago U.S. Calls For Transparency, Swift Justice In Father Okechukwu’s Murder

The United States has called for transparency and swift justice in the murder of Catholic priest Father Sylvester Okechukwu, who was tragically killed in Kaduna, Nigeria. The U.S. expressed its support for the Nigerian government’s efforts to bring those responsible to justice and emphasized the importance of ensuring accountability and transparency in the investigation and […] The post U.S. Calls For Transparency, Swift Justice In Father Okechukwu’s Murder appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago “They Exposed Us To Hyenas, Snakes, Used Us As Shield Against Military Airstrikes” – Ex

Former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Maharazu Tsiga (rtd), has shared the traumatic details of his two-month kidnapping ordeal at the hands of terrorists. Tsiga and other captives were held in a dense forest surrounded by hills, where they were exposed to dangerous wildlife, including hyenas and snakes. Despite the […] The post “They Exposed Us To Hyenas, Snakes, Used Us As Shield Against Military Airstrikes” – Ex-NYSC DG Tsiga On Experience With Kidnappers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago CBN Denies Purported Introduction Of N5,000, N10,000 Banknotes

The Central Bank of Nigeria has denied a viral claim circulating on social media, saying that it has introduced two new denomination, N5,000 and N10,000 notes. In a statement on Thursday, CBN described the report as fake. The purported Whatsapp message quoted one Deputy CBN Governor, Ibrahim Tahir Jr., saying that the move is aimed […] The post CBN Denies Purported Introduction Of N5,000, N10,000 Banknotes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Era of favouritism in political appointments gone – Kebbi gov

Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has declared the dawn of a new era where merit, rather than political favouritism, will guide appointments. He vowed that only individuals with proven integrity and a track record of community development will be recommended for positions in federal boards and commissions. Speaking at a reception on Thursday in honour Read More

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11 h. ago ‘Bandits Fed Us Once A Week, Used Us As Shield Against Airstrikes’, Ex

The former director-general of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brig.-Gen. Maharazu Isma’ila Tsiga (retd.), has recounted his ordeal in bandits’ captivity. LEADERSHIP reported that Tsiga was kidnapped on February 5, 2025, in his hometown of Tsiga, in Bakori local government area of Katsina State, alongside nine other residents. He was released by his abductors […]

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11 h. ago 2 Suspects Arrested As Delta Police Probe Murder Of Site Engineer By Employees

  The Delta State Command have opened investigations into the case of a site engineer identified as Chigozie Udalor Eho, who was murdered by his employees at a project site after they discovered he had a lot of money in his bank account. The spokesperson of the Command, SP Bright Edafe, narrated that on December […]

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12 h. ago Obi of Onitsha rejects report on northern youths, calls for harmony

The Obi of Onitsha, Nnaemeka Achebe has denied issuing any warning to northern youths over the killing of hunters in Edo state. In a statement on Thursday by his chief of staff, Osita Anionwu said the monarch has not made any statement concerning the incident in Edo State. The statement came after claims of the Read More

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14 h. ago Wike denies collapsing, says rumours are politically motivated

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has debunked rumours that he recently collapsed due to ill read more Wike denies collapsing, says rumours are politically motivated

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15 h. ago My father didn’t kill anyone, son rejects suicide story in triple murder case

The son of a retired 63-year-old Deputy Superintendent of Police, Charles Atideka, Henry Atideka has dismissed claims that his father allegedly killed three people and committed suicide over a land dispute. He told NAN on Thursday that his late father collapsed and died while on his way to the Badagry Police Station for interrogation. Henry Read More

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16 h. ago DHQ denies Niger’s withdrawal for MNJTF, vows to capture terrorist kingpin, Turji

The Defence Headquarters has dismissed reports that Niger Republic has withdrawn from the Multinational Joint Task Force, stating that such a move would have serious security implications. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Markus Kangye, clarified that the MNJTF remains a critical regional security Read More

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18 h. ago Rivers emergency rule: Nigerians in US to protest at White House

Tribune Online Rivers emergency rule: Nigerians in US to protest at White House A coalition of Nigerian activists in the United States, under the Democratic Movement (DM), has announced a demonstration at the White House to protest what it describes as a threat to democratic governance in Rivers State. The coalition is calling for the reversal of any move to impose emergency rule in the state, the reinstatement […] Rivers emergency rule: Nigerians in US to protest at White House Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Wanted bandit leader, Bello Turji, kills 11 farmers in Sokoto

Tribune Online Wanted bandit leader, Bello Turji, kills 11 farmers in Sokoto Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has reportedly killed 11 farmers in Lugu town, Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The attack occurred in the early hours of Wednesday as the military wanted Turji and his gang were returning from a Sallah visit to a community in the area. A resident of Isa, Basharu Altine […] Wanted bandit leader, Bello Turji, kills 11 farmers in Sokoto Tribune Online

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19 h. ago After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa

Tribune Online After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa After spending eight years in jail, Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso has been found not guilty of all charges in a highly publicised South African trial. Omotoso was accused of raping young women from his church in Port Elizabeth but consistently denied the 32 charges against him. The trial, which was broadcast live, drew widespread attention […] After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Delta: Police uncover gruesome murder of site engineer, arrest two suspects

Tribune Online Delta: Police uncover gruesome murder of site engineer, arrest two suspects The Delta State Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with the brutal murder of Chigozie Udalor, a site engineer who his own employees allegedly killed in a plot to steal from him. Delta: Police uncover gruesome murder of site engineer, arrest two suspects Tribune Online

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