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Uba Sani raises salaries for traditional rulers and approves security funds
Governor Uba Sani has increased salaries for traditional rulers in Kaduna State and approved security funds to improve local governance and security.
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Defence Minister confirms coup plot suspects are in court
Defence Minister Christopher Musa has confirmed that suspects involved in the coup plot against President Tinubu are now in court. The investigation revealed the plot was driven by financial motives.
Metro
Tragedy in Rivers: 37 Lives Lost to Toxic Fumes
A tragic event in Okrika, Rivers State, has led to the deaths of 37 individuals due to toxic fumes from an illegal petroleum tap. Many others are reported missing.
Metro
Bauchi Police Investigate Officer's Resignation Over Salary Issues
CPL Yusuf Aliyu resigns from Bauchi Police, citing salary access problems. The police command is investigating the claims regarding his bank account.
Metro
Lack of Vehicles Stops 46 Inmates from Going to Court in A’Ibom
Forty-six inmates at the Medium Security Correctional Centre in Eket cannot attend court due to a lack of vehicles. The facility is hiring buses for transport.
Metro
Police Arrest Six Suspected Drug Dealers in Delta
Six individuals were arrested by Delta State Police for allegedly selling illegal drugs. The police found a large amount of drugs during a routine patrol.
Metro
Two Cops Remanded Over UNIPORT Graduate's Murder
Two police officers have been remanded in custody over the murder of Anthony Obodo, a 22-year-old UNIPORT graduate. The case has drawn public attention and disappointment.
Politics
Oyo Assembly Approves Additional N210bn Budget
The Oyo State House of Assembly passed a supplementary finance bill to add N210 billion to the 2026 budget, now totaling over N1.1 trillion.
Metro
Police Arrest Six Over Fake Euro Notes in Oyo
Six people have been arrested in Oyo for possessing fake Euro notes. The police recovered 89 counterfeit €100 notes during a routine patrol.
Metro
Five people killed in crash on Enugu-Onitsha Expressway
Five people died in a crash involving a trailer, a commercial bus, and a car on the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway. Eighteen others were injured in the incident.
Politics
Governor Lawal wins Award at Daily Times 100th Anniversary
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has been honored with the Outstanding Governor Award at the Daily Times 100th Anniversary celebration in Abuja.
Metro
Police seize fake dollars, guns, and stolen cars in Kaduna
The Kaduna State Police seized fake dollars, guns, and stolen vehicles in various operations. Three suspects were arrested for attempting to sell a stolen Jeep.