Metro
Gunmen attack and kill district head in Plateau
Gunmen ambushed and killed Saf Samuel Alaket, the district head of Gwande, in Plateau State. The community mourns the loss of a respected leader.
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Ogun APC Leader Joins PDP, Supports Adebutu for Governor
Chief Mustapha Abdulhakeem has switched from APC to PDP, supporting Oladipupo Adebutu for governor. He emphasizes the need for fairness for the Egba people.
Politics
Femi Otedola buys N29.6 billion shares in First HoldCo, increasing his stake
Billionaire Femi Otedola has purchased 672.9 million shares in First HoldCo, increasing his ownership to 20.4 percent. This investment supports the company's financial goals.
Politics
EFCC Investigates Prophet Over N70.39m Fraud Claims
The EFCC has launched an investigation into Prophet Sunday Koboko for defrauding church members of over N70 million. Several complaints have surfaced regarding his fraudulent schemes.
Metro
Police catch two men with illegal guns in Abia
Two men were arrested in Aba for having illegal guns and ammunition. The police found a locally made pistol and cartridges during a search.
Metro
Kwara Police Break Up Bandit Support Network, Arrest Key Suspect
Kwara Police have dismantled a suspected bandit support network in Ilorin, arresting a key suspect involved in supplying materials to criminals. Investigations are ongoing.
Metro
Fire Outbreak at Polaris Bank Building in Lagos Controlled by Firefighters
A fire broke out on the third floor of the Polaris Bank Building in Lagos but was swiftly controlled by firefighters. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Metro
Police Arrest Lagos Robbery Suspect in Ogun
A suspected robber from Lagos was arrested in Ogun while attempting to commit a crime. Police are still searching for other gang members who escaped.
Metro
OOU student killed by robbers: University cancels lectures
Olabisi Onabanjo University mourns the loss of Lawanson Abiodun, a 100-level student killed by robbers. The university has declared a lecture-free day in his honor.
Politics
ADC Criticizes APC for Celebrating Judges' Housing Project
The ADC has criticized the APC for celebrating the opening of judges' housing, claiming it undermines the judiciary's independence and public trust.
Metro
Edo Police Shoot Suspected Kidnapper, Arrest Accomplice
Edo State Police have shot a suspected kidnapper and arrested an accomplice linked to a recent kidnapping at a vegetable market in Benin City.
Metro
Investigation Begins into Benue Boat Accident that Killed 11 People
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau is investigating a boat accident in Benue State that killed 11 people. The bureau aims to enhance safety on inland waterways.