Lagos shuts 430 event centres, clubs for violating COVID-19 protocols
The Lagos State Safety Commission on Thursday disclosed that it has shut 430 event centres and night clubs across the State for violating COVID-19 protocols. Director-General (DG) of the…
3 men docked for forging COVID-19 certificate
Three men on Thursday appeared in an Ikeja Magistrates’ Court in Lagos for allegedly forging COVID-19 certificate. The police charged Emmanuel Adelegan, 32; Ibrahim Abubakar, 30; and Tope…
Nigerian govt. orders GoTv, Startimes to migrate to FreeTV platform
The Federal Government of Nigeria said it has directed two PayTv platforms – GoTv and Startimes – to migrate their signals from self-carrying to any of the two licensed FreeTv signal…
2023: INEC rejects NIN for voter registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission on Thursday rejected the mandatory use of National Identity Number for the Continuous Voter Registration which…
FG, telcos to meet over court ruling on SIM blocking deadline
The Federal Government will be meeting with telecommunications operators and other key stakeholders in the sector over the recent court judgement halting…
George Floyd was ‘deceased’ when he arrived, says paramedic
A paramedic testified on Thursday at the high-profile trial of the former Minneapolis police officer accused of killing George Floyd that the 46-year-old…
I can’t demand N7bn bribe when I left N75bn in office – Obi
A former governor of Anambra State, Mr Peter Obi, said there was no truth in the claim that he demanded N7bn for installing the state governor, Willie…
NYSC wants deployment of more troops to orientation camps
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has called for deployment of more troops to its orientation camps nationwide in view of the growing security challenges. Chairman, Governing Board of NYSC, Fatima Abubakar, made the…
Beggars protest low patronage in Oyo
About 250 beggars in Ibadan, on Thursday, protest low patronage by members of the public following a recent rumour that some rich men usually ‘buy’ money from them for fetish purposes. The report, according to the…
EFCC arrests 34 suspected internet fraudsters in Ibadan, Lagos
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 34 suspected internet fraudsters in Ibadan and Lagos. This was contained in a statement signed by its Spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren, and made available to…
Chief of Air Staff in Maiduguri over missing fighter jet
Chief of the Air Staff (CAS,), Air Marshal Oladayo Amao, arrived in Maiduguri, capital of Borno State on Thursday morning to meet with members of the Air Component of Operation LAFIYA…
BREAKING: N2.1bn arms deal: Appeal Court frees Dokpesi, firm
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has discharged politician and media owner, Raymond Dokpesi and his firm, Daar Investment and Holding Company Limited, of the charges of money…
Jay Z Features Olamide, Femi Kuti, Others In New Album
Nigerian singers, Olamide and Femi Kuti has been featured on American rapper, Jay-Z’s upcoming African-themed album, ‘The Ascension’. The 16 songs project features guest appearances from the likes of his wife, Beyonce, …
DBN Disburses N191.7bn In 2020 To SMEs
Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Plc, has disbursed N191.7bn to small- and medium-scale enterprises in 2020, representing 89 percent increase on the…
Digital Switch Over: FG To Rake In $1bn From Spectrum Sale – Minister
Information and culture minister Lai Mohammed says over $1 billion would accrue to government from the sale of spectrum after completion of the…
APC state chairmen demand national convention
The Forum of State Chairmen of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on the Caretaker/Extra-Ordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC)…
I was tricked into admitting theft of N127m, says ex-Lagos Scholarship Board boss
The former Executive Secretary of Lagos State Scholarship Board, Stephen Oshinowo, has said that he was tricked into writing a statement admitting to stealing…
2023: INEC finally fixes date to resume registration of voters
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed June 28 to resume the continuous voter registration (CVR) exercise ahead of the 2023 elections. Mahmood Yakubu, INEC chairman, announced the date at a press…
Marrying many women ‘helps save economy’ – Ned Nwoko
Ned Nwoko, billionaire husband of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, has explained why he has more than one wife and prefers to marry young women. In an interview…
Dealers kick against plan to ban vehicle importation
The Association of Motor Dealers Of Nigeria(AMDON) have expressed dismay over plans by the Federal Government to ban the importation of vehicles that are older than seven…
JUST IN: 51m Nigerians enroll for NIN
More than 51million Nigerians have now been enrolled for the National Identity Number (NIN). This was disclosed on Thursday by the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Ali…
DJ Switch Accused As Youths Reveal Many Lies About Lekki Toll-Gate Massacre
Some Nigerian youths have taken to their social media pages to accuse popular DJ Switch of lying about the alleged massacre that happened at Lekki Toll-Gate…
Gang Who Tried To Rob Ozil & Kolasinac Jailed For 100 Years (Pictures)
A gang of armed thieves who tried to rob Arsenal stars Mezut Ozil and Sead Kolasinac of their £200,000 watches have been jailed for more than 100 years. The eight men, who carried knives, machetes and firearms, terrorised wealthy…
Man City’s Bill For Haaland: 700,000 Euros Per Week And 170 Million Over 5 Years
If Manchester City want Erling Haaland to bolster their attack next season, they'll have to make him the highest-paid player in Premier League history. The…