By Elizabeth Ugbo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead a Federal Government delegation to Kano. The visit follows the devastating Singer Market fire disaster. The incident occurred over the weekend and destroyed goods worth billions of naira. Notably, this is the second fire at the market within two weeks. […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo A devastating fire outbreak has destroyed properties worth over N5 billion at Singer Market in Kano State.The incident affected more than 1,000 businesses and left seven persons missing.The fire reportedly occurred in the early hours of Sunday at the popular commercial hub. Massive Losses Recorded at Singer Market According to the market’s […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo Kakafu, Patigi LGA, Kwara State – Suspected bandits reportedly attacked the Kakafu community around 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, abducting four residents, firing gunshots, and leaving villagers in fear. The armed men stormed the remote agrarian settlement on the outskirts of Patigi town, operating without resistance before escaping with their victims. Midnight Attack […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo The Benue State Police Command has arrested four suspects over the abduction of nine worshippers in Ojije, Utonkon, Ado LGA.The victims were kidnapped during a night vigil at St. John Catholic Church on February 11, 2026.However, coordinated security operations later secured their safe release. According to police authorities, intelligence-led operations led to […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo Yola, Adamawa – President Bola Tinubu will visit Adamawa State on Monday, February 17, 2026, to inaugurate multiple government projects. The visit, confirmed by the state Commissioner for Information and Strategy, James Iliya, aims to showcase the developmental achievements of Governor Ahmadu Fintiri’s administration. Inauguration of Key Development Projects According to Commissioner […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo Operatives of Operation Puff Adder under the Bayelsa State Police Command have arrested 38-year-old Iliasu Mohammed in connection with the August 21, 2022 shooting of Ekperi Edwin Osuo in Yenagoa, authorities confirmed. The arrest follows renewed investigations into the incident, which police described as an attempted armed robbery and assassination targeting the […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo Creative workers are leaving New York City as rent and living costs continue to rise.Although the city remains a global cultural hub, many artists say they can no longer afford it.In particular, soaring housing costs are driving professionals out of the arts sector. After 20 years in television and film, makeup artist […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo The Federal Government of Nigeria has raised alarm over the growing recruitment of Nigerians into foreign armed conflicts. The warning was issued on Friday in Abuja by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs through its spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa. The government said investigations revealed that some Nigerian citizens are being illegally recruited to […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo Niger State_ Suspected bandits have killed at least 26 people in coordinated attacks in Borgu Local Government Area. The assaults occurred between Friday and early Saturday. Consequently, several houses and a police station were burned. The attacks targeted Feyi, Tungan Makeri, and Nkpaso communities. As a result, many residents fled their homes […]
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Ugbo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday attended the grand finale of the Argungu International Fishing Festival in Argungu, Kebbi State, where he commended Governor Nasir Idris for his infrastructural projects and leadership, praised the Emir of Argungu and the Sultan of Sokoto for honouring the occasion, and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to […]
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