NSCDC Seizes 45,000L Of Suspected Illegal Ethanol, Arrests Three In Akwa Ibom
The commandant explained that the arrest of the suspects and seizure of the tanker were based on reasonable suspicion of the illegal acquisition and transportation of petroleum products in the state. The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Akwa Ibom State Command, has arrested three suspects and impounded a tanker loaded with 45,000 litres of ethanol suspected to have...
Atiku Alleges Plot To Cripple Opposition, Condemns Court Ruling On NDC Registration
Atiku warned that it could have grave consequences if what he called a plot to weaken opposition parties in favour of Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid succeeds. Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has condemned what he described as attempts to frustrate the registration of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), alleging that the...
Oshiomhole Backs Death Penalty For Kidnappers, Bandits
The Senator said civil liberties had been restored in Edo State under Governor Okpebholo's administration, adding that only criminals had reason to fear the state. Former Edo State Governor and senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, has endorsed the death penalty proposed by the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo for kidnappers and bandits. According to a statement by...
Aramco Helicopter Crash Kills 14 In Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Press Agency, citing an official at the energy ministry, reported the helicopter crashed in Ras Tanura in the country's east. A helicopter crash in Saudi Arabia killed 14 Saudi citizens on Sunday, the kingdom’s official press agency reported, adding that the aircraft belonged to state oil giant Aramco. The Saudi Press Agency, citing an official at the energy ministry,...
[UPDATED] Manchester City Unveil Enzo Maresca As New Manager
Maresca, 46, signed a three-year deal that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until the summer of 2029. Manchester City on Monday unveiled Italian Enzo Maresca as their new manager, taking over from Pep Guardiola. Maresca, 46, signed a three-year deal that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until the summer of 2029. “Manchester City is a club I know...
Lagos Orders Demolition Of Structures Built On Drainages In Agungi, Others
A statement by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, via his X handle on Sunday, said the move is part of efforts to tackle persistent flooding in the affected communities. The Lagos State Government has ordered the immediate demolition of illegal structures built on drainage channels and canal rights of way in Agungi, Ajiran, and Ikota. A...
Oil-Producing Communities In Imo Seek Accelerated Development, Political Inclusion
The stakeholders lamented what they described as decades of neglect and marginalisation despite the area's vast oil and gas resources, which contribute substantially to government revenue. Stakeholders from oil-producing communities in Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area of Imo State have called on the Federal Government and the Imo State Government to prioritise the welfare of residents, saying communities that contribute significantly...
Kaduna Gov Vows Justice, To Sponsor Education Of Slain Woman’s Children
Governor Sani reaffirmed his administration's commitment to ensuring justice, stating that security agencies were working diligently to apprehend everyone connected to the incident. Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has assured the family of the late Ummulkhairi Usman Aliyu that all those responsible for her death will be brought to justice, while pledging that the state government will assume responsibility...
Operation Kosaye: Abiodun Hails IGP, Ogun, Lagos Police Over Anti-Kidnapping Success
Operation Kosaye was jointly launched by the Ogun and Lagos State Police Commands in response to emerging security challenges in the two neighbouring states Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has commended the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, for initiating the joint Ogun-Lagos security operation, Operation Kosaye, describing it as a bold, proactive and intelligence-driven initiative that has significantly strengthened security...
Lagos Govt To Deliver 2,500 Metric Tonnes Transfer Loading Station At Olusosun By Year-End
It described the project as part of a robust landfill management programme of the state. The Lagos State Government has announced the completion of work on a Transfer Loading Station at Olusosun that will transfer about 2,500 metric tonnes of waste a day to the Material Recovery Site at Ikorodu by the end of 2026. Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment...
