The International Press Institute has raised the alarm over the growing use of cybercrime laws by Mali’s military authorities to target journalists and suppress critical reporting. The warning followed the imprisonment and prosecution of several Malian journalists over their reports, public comments and criticism of th…
The spokesperson for the Ademola Adeleke Governorship Campaign Council, Pelumi Olajengbesi, has withdrawn remarks he made against Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, over the latter’s conduct during the Osun governorship election campaign. File photo: Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo. Olajengbesi, in a statement …
A number of people have taken to the Benin-Agbor Bypass to protest the deplorable condition of the road and call for urgent repairs. In a video shared by TheBeninBlogger on Thursday, a crowd was seen protesting along the muddy and congested road, as trucks and cars struggled to navigate the route. In one of the videos,…
The Katsina State Police Command on Thursday warned politicians and other individuals sponsoring political violence ahead of the 2027 general elections that they would be identified, investigated and arrested, regardless of their political affiliation. The command also cautioned youths against allowing themselves to be…
The Federation of Muslim Women’s Associations in Nigeria will on Friday commence its 2026 Annual National Conference in Umuahia, Abia State, with more than 600 participants expected to attend. The conference, themed “Faith, Resilience and Responsibility: Muslim Women Responding to Challenges,” will bring together women…
Nollywood actress Sotayo Gaga made a grand appearance at the Isese Day 2026 festival in LagosContent creator Farulee also joined the colourful celebration of Yoruba culture and indigenous traditionsFarulee's presence also stirred reactions from some of his fans and followers onlinePAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our n…
The Bauchi State Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, has warned youths against allowing politicians and criminal elements to exploit them for political thuggery and cybercrime. Aliyu gave the warning on Thursday at an event organised by the Bauchi State Police Command to commemorate the 2026 International Youth…
"If Poco Lee is truly involved in the r@pe case, his own don finish" - Speed Darlington reacts to reported allegation involving the dancer Nigerian singer Speed Darlington has reacted to the reported r@pe allegation involving dancer and entertainer Poco Lee. In a video shared online, Speed Darlington suggested that if…
Moment Asherkine drove off with a tout clinging to his car while begging him for money A video showing the moment content creator Asherkine driving off with a street urchin clinging to his car while begging him for money, has made the rounds on social media. The street urchin had spotted Asherkine in his car and decide…
Kano State Deputy Governor, Murtala Sule Garo, has called for stronger data protection measures in government institutions to safeguard citizens’ personal information and sustain public confidence in government services. Garo made the call on Thursday while representing Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf at a Data Privacy Imple…
A former Zambian minister was killed during a security raid on a property linked to opposition leader Brian Mundubile, police have confirmed. Mutotwe Kafwaya was fatally wounded during what authorities described as an exchange of fire between law enforcement officers and unknown individuals in Lusaka on Friday, a day a…
The Department of State Services has arrested a man identified as Moferewa Maiye for allegedly impersonating an officer of the Service and using a fake firearm to extort commuters and motorists in Abuja. Maiye was arrested late Wednesday by DSS operatives at his hideout around NITEL Junction, along Adetokunbo Ademola W…
Troops of the Nigerian Army have recovered AK-47 rifles, other weapons and ammunition during an operation in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The troops, operating under Sector 8 of Operation ENDURING PEACE as part of Operation HARD KNOCK, launched the operation following credible intelligence of a planned…
…what Dangote Petroleum Refinery charges for the same product, according to new industry data that points to a widening price advantage for locally refined fuel. Figures published in the Major Energies Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN)'s latest Energy Bulletin showed that the spot landing cost of Premium Motor Sp…
Nigerian singer Seyi Vibez took down controversial posts about celebrity chef Hilda Baci following legal pressure from her lawyersLaw firm Olaniwun Ajayi sent a demand letter citing defamation and violations under the Cybercrimes Act, giving him 3 days to complyHilda Baci's legal team demanded a public apology, retract…
A Nigerian national has died after he was detained and questioned by Railway Protection Force officials at Surat Railway Station in India, with the Government Railway Police launching an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. The man, whose identity was not disclosed, was travelling from Mumbai to …
A non-denominational pressure group, the Christian Conscience, has implored politicians to maintain issue-based campaigns ahead of the 2027 general elections, as it cautioned them against ethnic and religious sentiments. The group noted that campaigns should address matters that affect national development, rather than…
Moment gold mine collapses on artisanal miners in Central African Republic leaving 100 de@d More than 100 people have been k!lled after an artisanal gold mine collapsed in western Central African Republic (CAR) near the border with Cameroon. The collapse occurred on Tuesday, August 18, in the village of Zamboye, about …
The Ogun State Police Command has reactivated Operation VELVET across the state’s 20 Local Government Areas as part of intensified efforts to enforce traffic regulations, improve road safety and ensure the free flow of vehicular movement on major highways. The operation, directed by the Inspector-General of Police, Ola…
Moment Governor Adeleke prostrates before Davido's dad, Dr Adedeji Adeleke for prayers after his reelection In an emotional display of gratitude, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke last night prostrated before his elder brother, billionaire mogul Dr. Deji Adeleke, following his victory in the August 15 governorship el…
…at large, on an eight-count charge of unlawfully supplying access credentials to a bank database. The commission, in a statement released, said the offences are contrary to Sections 27 and 28(1)(b) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, Etc.) Act, 2015, as amended in 2024. One of the counts reads"That you, GIDEON…
I have been unfairly treated and targeted - Chidimma Adetshina decries unfair treatment in deportation bid (video) Former Miss South Africa contestant and Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 winner, Chidimma Adetshina, said she has been treated unfairly and targeted in South Africa, following the postponement of her legal case …
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has flagged off the distribution of 90,000 bags of assorted grains to vulnerable households across the state’s 34 Local Government Areas, describing the intervention as part of efforts to cushion the effects of economic hardship and strengthen food security. The ceremony was held in…
Candidates contesting the 2027 presidential and governorship elections could collectively spend up to N571bn under the campaign expenditure limits prescribed by the Electoral Act 2026. Meanwhile, the Federal Government says it has spent N30.64tn to cushion the effects of its economic reforms since June 2023, while a ve…
…exploration projects struggle to attract the capital, technical expertise and geological data required to advance towards commercial production. EMERGE was created to help bridge that gap by providing catalytic grants, technical support and research funding to promising projects. The programme is designed to support ea…