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NWLR @40: Reflections on Late Chief GANI FAWEHIMI’s Legacies
The NWLR fortieth anniversary celebration held at the Civic Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, and the event brought together lawyers and senior judicial officers from diverse backgrounds.
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Tinubu, Otti Mourn Death of Popular Evangelist, Rev Dr Uma Ukpai At 80
"Dr Ukpai's mission was clearly to unite the Christian fold and different faiths and spread peace and harmony. He was a builder, building men and bridges linking different faiths, people, tongues, and tribes." - President Tinubu
Read More →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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SEXUAL OFFENCES TRIAL: DIDDY TO REMAIN IN PRISON TILL OCT 3 FOR SENTENCING, AFTER ACQUITTAL OF MORE SERIOUS CHARGES
After an extensive deliberation that lasted over thirteen hours, the jury found COMBS not guilty of sex racketeering and sex trafficking of two women.
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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."
Read More →ARCHBISHOP OF CANTERBURY MOURNS DEATH OF POPE FRANCIS
In a statement on the death of His Holiness Pope Francis, Lambeth Palace noted that: "we cherish the strong bond between Popes and Archbishops of Canterbury - the fruit of many decades of ecumenical dialogue."
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ONNA COUNCIL CHAIRMAN PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR NOLLYWOOD ACTRESS, INI EDO, OVER FATHER’S DEATH
The Nollywood star was personally on ground to receive the visitors, and she thanked the Chairman and Onna stakeholders for their show of love and support as they mourn their departed father.
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UCHE NNAJI CERTIFICATE FORGERY: ATIKU KNOCKS DSS, CALLS TO PROBE OF FEC MEMBERS
Writing in a post on his X handle, ATIKU ABUBAKAR observed that what should ordinarily be a matter of national shame was now being disguised as a case of voluntary resignation.
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NDLEA NABS TWO BRAZILIAN RETURNEES FOR COCAINE, HEROIN SMUGGLING BY INGESTION
The Brazilian returnees, identified as OFOMA SUNDAY and UKACHUKWU FRANK IKECHUKWU, excreted one hundred and sixteen wraps of heroin and cocaine.
Read More →Police Track Down Lagos Cab Driver Accused of Serial Rape, Robbery of Female Passengers
The PPRO said a red-coloured Toyota Corolla vehicle used by the suspect for his operations was also recovered by the police, while the man is currently in detention.
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2 SOLDIERS DEAD, AS TROOPS REPEL ATTACKS BY INSURGENTS IN NORTHEAST
Troops also recovered one Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device, which was abandoned by the terrorists, just as they destroyed several motorcycles by precision air strikes.
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Ifo Residents Jubilate, As Police Arrest 4 Armed Robbers Terrorizing Ogun Communities
The Commissioner of Police instructed the Area Commanders of Sango-Ota and Ifo to reinforce security measures at identified flashpoints throughout the yuletide season to deter criminal activities and ensure safety of lives and property.
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WIKE TALKS TOUGH AGAINST FCT SHANTY DWELLERS FACING DEMOLITION THREAT
He further disclosed that the FCT Administration currently has a monthly wage bill of over N12b (Twelve Billion Naira), which he said is far above about N10b (Ten Billion Naira) it gets from the Federal Allocations.
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PRESIDENT TINUBU ASKS NIGERIANS TO KEEP HOPE ALIVE IN SALLAH GOODWILL MESSAGE
He reaffirmed his commitment to the same values and expressed his deep appreciation for the faith, patience, and perseverance of Nigerians.
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POLICE CORPORAL ARRESTED FOR CULTISM IN UNIPORT
The Rivers State PPRO said a further search of the apartment of Police Corporal ONWUKWE GODSWILL, who is said to be the cult leader, turned up additional exhibits, including a locally made pistol and two machetes.
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PRESIDENT FEDERATION CUP: STAGE SET FOR GRAND FINALE, WITH QUEENS, ANGELS OUSTED
Cup holders Rivers Angels, who have won the competition nine times, will have their hands full against 2005 and 2019 champions Nasarawa Amazons of Lafia.
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NSIB REPORT INDICTS NRC OVER ABUJA-KADUNA TRAIN ACCIDENT
The Abuja-Kaduna passenger train involved in the accident on August 26, 2025, had six hundred and eighteen people onboard, with twenty-one injured, but no fatalities.
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NDLEA REPORTS DOZENS OF ARRESTS, SEIZURES IN NATIONWIDE OPERATIONS
One OBAYEMI OYETADE was nabbed during a raid at Sarah Sam Hotels, along Ogudu road in Kosofe area of Lagos, following credible intelligence and surveillance on drug distribution activities there.
Read More →13TH WOMEN AFCON: NFF LAUNCHES 'MISSION X' SUPER FALCONS
"The Super Falcons remain the most decorated National Team in African football. We are proud of what they have achieved and what they intend to achieve in Morocco." NFF scribe.
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BUSINESSMAN CONFESSES TO NDLEA AFTER INGESTING 53 WRAPS OF COCAINE, PLUS OTHERS
NDLEA spokesman, FEMI BABAFEMI, disclosed in a statement that the suspect claimed to have gone into the criminal drug trade two years ago, moving between the West African sub-region and Iran.
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PRESIDENTIAL SPOKESMAN MOCKED FOR CRITICISING NEW COALITION-LED ADC
Professor JIDEOFOR ADIBE, disagreed with the opinions expressed by DANIEL BWALA, reminding him how he once sang the praise og former Vice President ATIKU ABUBAKAR.
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CAPPA FIRES BACK AT LAGOS WATER CORPORATION, FAULTS PLAN TO PRIVATISE WATER SUPPLY
The nongovernmental organisation warned that such pronouncements reveal with chilling clarity what Lagosians can expect under privatisation. “Water will no longer be recognised as a human right but will instead be reduced to a financial asset securitised for the comfort of investors,” it said.
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U.S. SPEAKER PROGRAM FOSTERS COLLABORATION, INNOVATION AMONG NIGERIAN MEDIA LEADERS
U.S. Ambassador Richard M. Mills, Jr noted that for the media to remain truly independent, it must also be economically viable.
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FG Mourns 42 People Killed in Niger State Petrol Tanker Explosion
Information Minister said government is pained that despite sustained public sensitisation and repeated warnings about the danger of scooping fuel from fallen tankers, some citizens still take such life-threatening risks.
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DANGOTE NAMES REFINERY ROAD AFTER PRESIDENT TINUBU
He made the announcement at the commissioning of the access road to the Lekki Deep Seaport in Lagos.
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SARAH MULLALLY APPOINTED FIRST FEMALE ARCHBISHOP OF CHURCH OF ENGLAND
King CHARLES has approved the appointment of MULLALY, as confirmed by the UK government.
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POLICE ARREST INEC OFFICIALS WITH N2.5M DURING BYE-ELECTION IN OGUN STATE
The PPRO said during interrogation, one of the suspects confessed that the money was collected at Kehoy Hotel, Iperu, Ogun State, from a man described as “Political Solution”, acting on the directive of his supervisor.
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COURT JAILS KANO TIKTOK USER SIX MONTHS FOR NAIRA ABUSE, WITH OPTION OF N50,000 FINE
Justice Amobeda also issued a consequential order appointing the convict as an Ambassador of EFCC and CBN in online advocacy campaigns against Naira Abuse due to her substantial following across various social media platforms.
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EFCC ARREST 40 SUSPECTED INTERNET FRAUDSTERS IN NIGER STATE
Operatives recovered fetish items that included three calabashes that were adorned with feathers, as well as traditionally made soap and sponge, a bottle of hot drink, 20 cowries, a waist bead and four lady’s underwear, among others.
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ASUU Suspends Warning Strike; Gives FG One-Month to Address Demands
ASUU President, Professor CHRIS PIWUNA, said the suspension of the strike followed the renewed commitments of the Federal Government and the National Assembly to address the union’s demands.
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