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an Upper Shariah Court in Rijiyar Zaki has sentenced 38-year-old Shafiu Abubakar to death by hanging for a horrific arson attack on a mosque in Gadan Village, Gezawa Local Government Area. The tragic incident, which occurred on May 15, 2024, claimed the lives of 25 worshippers and left several others injured, marking it as one…
a viral video circulating across social media platforms has sparked widespread outrage after a police officer was filmed demanding N5,000 or five liters of fuel from travelers on the Benin Bypass for not possessing the Electronic Central Motor Registry (e-CMR) document. This incident, which has reignited debates about police extortion in Nigeria, comes despite the…
In a heartbreaking incident that has left the community of Gulu in mourning, Reverend Father James Omeh, the beloved Parish Priest of Saint Anthony’s Catholic Church, Gulu, in Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State, Nigeria, lost his life in a devastating flood on Saturday, May 25, 2025. Alongside him, a woman identified as Charity…
the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), led by Chairman Ola Olukoyede, has made significant strides in tackling the N1.3 trillion Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX) fraud. The agency’s relentless pursuit of justice has led to the freezing of multiple accounts, recovery of substantial funds, and the arrest of key suspects, marking a pivotal moment in…
the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., GCON, has announced the withdrawal of the highly controversial Compulsory Voting Bill, which sought to amend the Electoral Act 2022 to make voting mandatory for all eligible Nigerians. The decision, revealed through a press statement from the Speaker’s office on Monday, May 26,…
the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has sealed the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) office in Zone 5, Abuja, citing a staggering 25-year failure to pay ground rent. This dramatic action, executed on Monday, forms part of a sweeping enforcement campaign targeting 4,794 properties across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for non-payment of ground rent,…
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 Nigerian general election, has described Nigeria as a “difficult place for good people to govern” due to entrenched systemic challenges that stifle progress and leadership. Speaking at an event, Obi painted a vivid picture of a nation at a crossroads, grappling with corruption, insecurity, and…
Chelsea secured their return to the UEFA Champions League with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at Stamford Bridge. In a match that showcased Chelsea’s resilience and tactical discipline under manager Enzo Maresca, young defender Levi Colwill emerged as the hero, scoring the decisive goal in the second half. The win confirmed Chelsea’s fourth-place…
The solid minerals sector has attracted over $800 million in foreign investment, driven by sweeping reforms under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Dr. Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, recently highlighted the unprecedented progress in a detailed briefing, underscoring how these reforms are positioning Nigeria as a global hub for critical minerals like lithium….
A high-stakes coalition meeting aimed at forging a united opposition front for Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election descended into chaos on Sunday, as Jigawa State delegates disrupted proceedings at the prestigious Abuja Continental Hotel. The gathering, organized by the National Political Consultative Group (North), brought together political heavyweights, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Labour…
