Politics
NLC plans protest in Akwa Ibom over new fee
The Nigeria Labour Congress in Akwa Ibom is set to protest against a controversial N100,000 fee for dispatch riders, claiming harassment by officials.
A
Writer
Aproko Man
Bringing you the latest from the Politics and Metro desks.
3859 stories published
Metro
New Funding Opportunities for Nigerian NGOs After USAID Leaves
USAID's exit from Nigeria raises questions about the future of funding for NGOs. Experts discuss how local organizations can adapt to this change.
Metro
Police arrest officers for allegedly injuring a man and removing his eye
Police in Ebonyi State have detained officers accused of attacking a man and causing severe eye injuries during a routine check. The victim is receiving treatment.
Metro
Akwa Ibom spends N60m on family planning after years of no funding
The Akwa Ibom State Government has allocated N60 million for family planning commodities, marking a significant funding breakthrough after a decade of no financial support.
Metro
UK Police Search for Man Accused of Killing Family and Fleeing to Zimbabwe
UK police are searching for Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, suspected of murdering his wife and two daughters. He reportedly fled to Zimbabwe after the crime.
Metro
Police kill two kidnappers, rescue Ogun prince
Ogun State Police have successfully rescued Prince Idris from kidnappers, killing two suspects in the process. An AK-47 and other items were recovered.
Politics
DSS Arrests Journalist Over Drone Issue, Sowore Demands Her Release
Journalist Zainab Sodiq is in DSS custody for allegedly flying a drone without proper documents. Sowore demands her immediate release.
Metro
Another Investment Scam Bites the Dust: When Will We Learn?
A new investment scam has left thousands of Nigerians devastated. The National Reading Culture platform promised quick returns but vanished with investors' money.
Metro
ISWAP attacks army base and destroys public facilities in Borno
ISWAP attacked a Forward Operating Base in Borno, killing one soldier and destroying public facilities. The military successfully repelled the attackers.
Metro
Six ISWAP fighters give up as troops save kidnapped people
Troops from Operation HADIN KAI rescued two kidnapped individuals in Borno State. Six ISWAP fighters and their families also surrendered to the military.
Metro
Man Arrested for Killing Father Over Property Dispute in Rivers
A man was arrested for allegedly killing his father during a property dispute in Rivers State. The police are investigating the shocking incident.
Metro
Police investigate death of phone repairer found in Bayelsa guest house
The Bayelsa State Police are probing the death of Felix, a 40-year-old phone repairer found dead in a guest house. Investigations are ongoing.