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Ogun State police arrested eight secondary school students in Ifo for alleged cult activities. Investigations revealed they were members of the Future Guys (F.T.G.) group. Authorities pledged to curb cultism in schools, urging parents and educators to support efforts to maintain discipline and...
Lagos State Commissioner for Water and Environment, Tokunbo Wahab, has dismissed claims that the city "smells," asserting that Lagos is evolving with improved waste management, modernized landfills, and flood control measures. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to environmental...
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A violent communal clash between Ifon and Ilobu in Osun State has left many injured and homes destroyed. Both communities blame each other for the attacks. Security forces have been deployed to restore order. Residents call for peace as tensions remain high in the region. A violent clash...
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The EFCC has issued a warning about 58 illegal Ponzi schemes operating in Nigeria, which are not registered with the CBN or SEC. The agency is taking legal action against these companies, urging the public to verify investment opportunities before committing funds to avoid fraudulent activities...
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome has criticized the music industry for exploiting the church, claiming that secular artists often use the church to launch their careers before abandoning it. He advised churches to ensure musicians serve in other ministries to avoid exploitation. His remarks come amid...
The Kogi Central Women Development Association (KCWDA) has backed the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and demanded her recall. They criticized her sexual harassment claims against Senate President Akpabio, calling them damaging to female politicians’ credibility and urging her to...
Funke Iyanda, a Nigerian woman in the U.S., faces up to 10 years in prison for committing $40,980 unemployment fraud. The U.S. Department of Justice charges her with using another person's identity to claim unemployment benefits from May 2020 to May 2021. She could also face a $250,000 fine. A...
NAFDAC destroys over N1 trillion worth of counterfeit and substandard drugs in Anambra. The action follows a month-long enforcement exercise targeting illicit products in Onitsha and Aba markets. The agency’s commitment to ensuring safe medicines for Nigerians is underscored by the large-scale...
Naomi Silekunola, former queen of Ooni of Ife, expresses grief despite the Oyo State Government dropping murder charges related to the Ibadan stampede that killed 35 children. While relieved by the legal outcome, she continues to mourn the loss and offers condolences to the bereaved families...
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu apologized in court for his misconduct, addressing Justice Binta Nyako and prosecutor Adegboyega Awomolo. He pledged good behavior as his fresh terrorism trial begins. The case, now reassigned to Justice James Omotosho, continues with hearings set for April 29, May 2, and...
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