By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Booming illegal firearms market in North raises concerns, says Ribadu The National Security Adviser to the President, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, expressed worry over the growing illegal firearms market in the North during a convocation lecture at the Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. He highlighted the prevalence of poverty in northern Nigeria, particularly in […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Court grants Obiano’s passport release amid N4bn theft trial Former Anambra State Governor, Willie Obiano, faced a setback on Thursday as the Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed his attempt to challenge the N4bn theft charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Despite this, the court granted […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi FG cracks down on Supermarket prices, plans nationwide visits. The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) conducted surprise raids at two supermarkets in Abuja, enforcing regulations on price display and quantity accuracy. This move, aimed at curbing exorbitant food prices nationwide, will extend to major cities like Lagos, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi IG withdraws Police protection from Yahaya Bello amid EFCC investigation The Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has issued a directive to withdraw all police officers assigned to former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello. This decision, communicated via a police wireless message, comes in the wake of an ongoing investigation by the […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Davido cheers on Nigerian chess master attempting Guinness World Record in New York In a show of solidarity and support, Afrobeat star Davido has thrown his weight behind renowned Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya as he endeavors to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. Onakoya, accompanied by other […]