Metro
NESREA finds donkey slaughterhouses in Adamawa
NESREA has found two donkey slaughterhouses in Gombi Local Government Area, raising concerns about the potential extinction of donkeys in Adamawa.
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Metro
NSCDC shuts down seven illegal mineral sites in Niger, arrests four
The NSCDC has closed seven illegal mineral sites in Niger State and arrested four suspects. This operation aims to enforce compliance with mining regulations.
Metro
Police arrest suspected robber with human body part and guns in Lagos
Lagos police arrested a 21-year-old suspected robber with a human body part and firearms. The suspect confessed to robbing three individuals.
Politics
Court Sentences Boko Haram Member to Death for Maiduguri Attacks
A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced Boko Haram member Alkali Yarima to death for his involvement in the 2015 Maiduguri attacks. He received multiple sentences for various charges.
Metro
Bandits set fire to Niger primary school after collecting N10m from locals
Suspected bandits burned down a primary school in Niger after collecting a N10 million protection fee from locals. Many residents are now fleeing their homes.
Metro
Mother of four sentenced to life in prison for trying to kill a girl in Akwa Ibom
Uwakmfon Jonah, a 36-year-old hairdresser, received a life sentence for attempting to murder a 12-year-old girl in Akwa Ibom. The court heard how she lured the girl into the bush.
Metro
Doctors threaten nationwide strike over issues at OAUTHC
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors threatens a nationwide strike over unresolved issues at OAUTHC. They demand urgent attention to welfare and workplace matters.
Metro
Soldiers save eight kidnap victims in Plateau forest
Troops rescued eight kidnapped victims in Plateau State after a firefight with suspected kidnappers. The victims are now safe and efforts are underway to reunite them with their families.
Metro
Providus and Unity Bank to Start Joint Operations After Merger
Providus Bank and Unity Bank are merging to operate as one entity. This merger aims to improve customer service and positively impact Nigeria's economy.
Metro
NDLEA destroys cannabis farms, arrests 281 suspects in Ekiti
The NDLEA has taken action against cannabis farming in Ekiti, destroying large farms and arresting many suspects. Drug-related issues continue to pose challenges.
Metro
Death toll from Lagos building collapse hits nine
The three-storey building in Alakija collapsed, leading to nine confirmed deaths and 27 rescues. Rescue efforts have now ended, with bodies handed over for identification.
Politics
Speakers' Conference praises state police bill, promises detailed review
Dennis Guwor commends the National Assembly for passing the State Police Bill, highlighting its importance for local security and federalism in Nigeria.