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FIFA U17 WOMEN'S WORLD CUP DRAW HOLDS IN RABAT, MOROCCO

24 countries, including Nigeria, will take part in the ninth edition of the tournament.

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NBA STAR, DURANT TO JOIN ROCKETS BLOCKBUSTER TRADE

Durant is a four-time Olympic champion with the United States and was the NBA's Most Valuable Player in 2014.

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SOLE ADMINISTRATOR SACKS ALL POLITICAL OFFICE HOLDERS AND APPOINTEES IN RIVERS STATE

SOLE ADMINISTRATOR SACKS ALL POLITICAL OFFICE HOLDERS AND APPOINTEES IN RIVERS STATE

Those affected include the Secretary to the State Government, Chief of Staff to the Governor, All Commissioners, Chairmen and members of boards, councils, commissions, institutions, and parastatals, Special Advisers, Special Assistants, and Senior Special Assistants.

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WE'LL CONTINUE TO ENCOURAGE GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT - NFF PRESIDENT

"One of my NFF’s key commitments is to invigorate grassroots football and the associated leagues, recognizing them as the foundation for the future of the sport in Nigeria."

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OBI HAILS "ENOUGH IS ENOUGH" DECLARATION AGAINST INSECURITY BY NORTHERN TRADITIONAL RULERS

OBI HAILS "ENOUGH IS ENOUGH" DECLARATION AGAINST INSECURITY BY NORTHERN TRADITIONAL RULERS

Obi said "Let us work together to build a Nigeria where every citizen feels safe, valued, and empowered."

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MISSION X: SUPER FALCONS ARRIVE IN CASABLANCA

Nigeria’s first match of the 13th Africa Cup of Nations finals will be against Tunisia’s senior women national team at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca on Sunday, 6th July, before other games against Botswana and Algeria in the group phase.

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POINTS RAISED IN ‘GROSS MISCONDUCT’ ALLEGATIONS AGAINST RIVERS STATE GOVERNOR, SIMINALAYI FUBARA

POINTS RAISED IN ‘GROSS MISCONDUCT’ ALLEGATIONS AGAINST RIVERS STATE GOVERNOR, SIMINALAYI FUBARA

The house of Assembly members alleged that Governor Fubara had shown that he was not prepared to government Rivers State in line with provisions of the 1999 Constitution

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ANAMBRA LP PRIMARIES: FRONTLINE ASPIRANT, JOHN NWOSU WITHDRAWS

ANAMBRA LP PRIMARIES: FRONTLINE ASPIRANT, JOHN NWOSU WITHDRAWS

Nwosu, who was expected to contest the party’s ticket alongside Dr. George Moghalu, former Director General of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), announced his decision in a statement released Saturday morning.

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RIVERS WOMEN WERE DECEIVED, SHUN MRS IBAS

RIVERS WOMEN WERE DECEIVED, SHUN MRS IBAS

The women noted that they had happily mobilised in their numbers to attend the occasion, expecting to receive and welcome the wife of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hajiya Fatima Abbas and not Mrs. Theresa Ibas.

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UNIPORT Student Sentenced to Death by Hanging for Murder

UNIPORT Student Sentenced to Death by Hanging for Murder

Justice CHINWE NSIRIM-NWOSU held that the prosecution proved beyond reasonable doubt that DAMIAN OKOLIGWE murdered JUSTINA OTUENE, who was also student of the same university, studying Biochemistry.

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POLICE FOIL ATTEMPTED  ROBBERY, RECOVER FIREARM, AMMUNITION

POLICE FOIL ATTEMPTED ROBBERY, RECOVER FIREARM, AMMUNITION

In their bid to escape from the scene, the suspects abandoned a black bag in the process, which contained a Beretta pistol, with one live ammunition, as well as a cutlass, a knife, and assorted charms.

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FIFA CLUB PROFESSIONAL AND MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME BEGINS IN ABUJA

Participants include Chairmen and CEOs of the 20 Clubs in the Nigeria Premier Football League, Chairmen and CEOs of the NPFL, NNL, NWFL and the NLO, as well as some top officials of the NFF.

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RESIGNATIONS HIT APC, PDP, AS ADC UNVEILS NEW COALITION LEADERS

RESIGNATIONS HIT APC, PDP, AS ADC UNVEILS NEW COALITION LEADERS

In his resignation letter addressed to Otukpo Ward Chairman of the PDP in Benue State, Senator DAVID MARK said his decision was based on deepening internal divisions, unresolved leadership crisis, and irreconcilable differences in the party.

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NFF COMMENDS GOV ABIODUN'S MONETARY GIFT TO FALCONS, LIONESSES

The Super Falcons defeated the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon 2-0 in an international friendly match in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, on Tuesday.

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KWARA UTD, RIVERS ANGELS WIN 2025 PFC TITLES

KWARA UTD, RIVERS ANGELS WIN 2025 PFC TITLES

In the men’s competition, VICTOR OKOYE of Kwara United was voted as the Most Valuable Player, MERCELLE AKINOCHO of Beyond Limits FC emerged as the Top Scorer, while SURAJ AIYELESO of Kwara United was voted as the Best Goalkeeper.

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42 SUSPECTS ARRESTED FOR RAPE, AS OGUN STATE POLICE COMMAND Q1 REPORT SHOWS REDUCTION IN CRIME TRENDS

42 SUSPECTS ARRESTED FOR RAPE, AS OGUN STATE POLICE COMMAND Q1 REPORT SHOWS REDUCTION IN CRIME TRENDS

The total number of suspects arrested during the period stands at 2,141; cases charged to court were 1,345, while cases that were successfully prosecuted are 1,530, out of which 62 convictions were secured.

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IRAN CONFLICT: FG DISAGREES WITH U.S OVER ABUJA SECURITY WARNING

The US Mission Nigeria said its Embassy employees and their families are prohibited from non-official travels to a Nigerian military site or other government venues in Abuja.

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FIFA CLUB MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME BERTHS IN NIGERIA

FIFA CLUB MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME BERTHS IN NIGERIA

The workshop is taking place at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, beginning from Tuesday, June 3 to Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

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EASTER HOLIDAYS: 2,250 NSCDC OPERATIVES FOR SECURITY DUTIES IN LAGOS

EASTER HOLIDAYS: 2,250 NSCDC OPERATIVES FOR SECURITY DUTIES IN LAGOS

NSCDC State Commandant said areas of special attention include the protection of critical assets and infrastructure.

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SENATOR GEORGE AKUME REMAINS AS SGF - FG

The Office of the SGF urged the public, media organisations, and digital platforms to discountenance such rumours and to exercise caution as well as verify the authenticity of information before dissemination.

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OGUN STATE POLICE COMMAND BOOST SECURITY SURVEILLANCE FOR EASTER CELEBRATION

OGUN STATE POLICE COMMAND BOOST SECURITY SURVEILLANCE FOR EASTER CELEBRATION

The Federal Government declared public holidays on Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025, for Easter celebrations.

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OGUN STATE POLICE COMMAND BOOST SECURITY FOR SALLAH CELEBRATION

OGUN STATE POLICE COMMAND BOOST SECURITY FOR SALLAH CELEBRATION

The Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, noted in a press statement that the initiatives by the Command aim to facilitate safe travel and celebration, and the public is further encouraged to support security efforts for better effectiveness.

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NNPP BERATES ADC-LED OPPOSITION COALITION OVER "UNGUARDED" STATEMENT

NNPP BERATES ADC-LED OPPOSITION COALITION OVER "UNGUARDED" STATEMENT

The NNPP maintained that the leadership crisis in its fold had nothing to do with APC, or the Tinubu-led administration but borne out of the betrayal of trust by Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and Elder Buba Galadima.

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POLICE WARNS ABOUT INCREASING LATE-NIGHT ROBBERY ATTACKS ON MOTORCYCLE RIDERS IN OGUN STATE

POLICE WARNS ABOUT INCREASING LATE-NIGHT ROBBERY ATTACKS ON MOTORCYCLE RIDERS IN OGUN STATE

The PPRO said the hoodlums usually pretend to be genuine passengers and lure innocent commercial motorcyclists to lonely areas where their gang members have laid ambush to attack and steal the bike, once the approach the area.

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POLICE NAB ONLINE BLACKMAILER IMPERSONATING WOMEN

POLICE NAB ONLINE BLACKMAILER IMPERSONATING WOMEN

The 22-year-old male suspect allegedly posed as a woman online to deceive unsuspecting men. He lures victims into making nude video calls, which he exploits to blackmail them.

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EFCC SECURES FINAL FORFEITURE OF ABANDONED MULTIBILLION NAIRA GALAXY COMPANIES, HOSPITAL, PETROL STATIONS, LANDS, BANK DEPOSITS

The forfeited assets include: Galaxy Hospital, Plot No. BO/12340, Bolori Layout, Maiduguri, Borno State; a duplex, BO/12340, Maiduguri, Borno State; residential apartments, Plot 12, Equilibrium Estate; No. 7, Cadastral Zone DO2, Karsana District, Abuja; and Plot 12 (820.99sqm); ...

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COURT ADMITS MORE EVIDENCE IN N2.7B FRAUD TRIAL OF FMR AVIATION MINISTER, HADI SIRIKA, OTHERS

COURT ADMITS MORE EVIDENCE IN N2.7B FRAUD TRIAL OF FMR AVIATION MINISTER, HADI SIRIKA, OTHERS

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is prosecuting Sirika alongside his daughter Fatima Sirika, son in-law Jalal Sule Hamma and Al Buraq Global Investment Limited on amended six-count charge, bordering on abuse of office.

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$397.106 FRAUD: COURT ADJOURNS TRIAL OF MUSIC PROMOTER TILL SEPT 26

Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu ThankGod, also known as Eezee Tee, alongside his company, Eezee Global Concepts Limited, are facing seven counts of foreign exchange malpractice.

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LAGOS COURT ORDERS REPATRIATION OF FOREIGNERS JAILED FOR INTERNET FRAUD AND CYBER-TERRORISM

LAGOS COURT ORDERS REPATRIATION OF FOREIGNERS JAILED FOR INTERNET FRAUD AND CYBER-TERRORISM

The convicts comprise of eleven Filipinos, two Chinese, one Malaysian and one Indonesian, who were handed one-year imprisonment each, following their arraignment by The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.

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2ND WITNESS TESTIFIES IN TRIAL OF CHINESE NATIONALS FACING CYBERTERRORISM, INTERNET FRAUD CHARGES IN LAGOS

Justice OSIAGOR adjourned the matter till Friday, July 4, 2025, for further hearing.

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