Nollywood actress, Lizzy Anjorin-Lawal, who was accused of stealing gold at the Oba Akintoye Market in the Lagos Island area of the state, has been cleared of the allegation by the Police. The Lagos State Police Command, on Friday, confirmed that no case of stealing was established against the fair-skinned actress. Disclosing the development, the state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Benjamin Hundeyin said during the command’s investigation, it was…

The Transmission Company of Nigeria has announced that two towers along its 330kV Shiroro–Kaduna transmission lines 1 and 2 have been vandalised, resulting in damage to parts of both transmission lines. As a result, some areas of Kano and Kaduna states are experiencing blackouts. The company received a report of the damage from its Shiroro Regional Office on Friday. A statement signed by the company’s General Manager of Public Affairs,…

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has proposed a 25% tax on individuals earning 1.5 million Naira and above annually. This initiative aims to bolster federal revenue and address the nation’s economic challenges. During a recent press briefing, Wike highlighted the importance of equitable taxation, arguing that wealthier citizens should contribute their fair share to support national development. “In a country where the rich continue to thrive, it is only just that…

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has paid tribute to the former Military Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, as he celebrates his 90th birthday. In a statement made available to newsmen on Friday by his spokesperson, Garba Shehu, the former President commended Gowon’s visionary leadership and unwavering dedication to Nigeria’s unity and progress. Buhari highlighted Gowon’s far-sighted approach to governance, stating, “We honor his invaluable contributions to our nation’s continued existence…

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has raised alarms over perceived weaknesses in Nigeria’s judicial system, particularly regarding rulings on electoral matters. Speaking at the 67th birthday celebration of Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Prof. Mike Ozekhome, Jonathan likened the state of democracy in Nigeria to “a cone being turned upside down,” warning that the integrity of the judiciary is crucial for democratic stability. Jonathan emphasised the importance of maintaining independence within the…

Troops of the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have arrested three individuals suspected of collaborating with terrorists in Taraba State. According to the Daily Post, the army said the operation was driven by intelligence reports, and took place on October 15, 2024, in Landey Jessy village, Lau local government council of the state. The acting spokesperson of the Bridge, Captain Oni Olubodunde, in a statement made available to journalists…

The founder of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has described corruption as a fraternity that cannot be fought with only the law, guns, and technology. The cleric said corruption in Nigeria has gone beyond the physical and anyone who wants to fight it must be spiritually inclined and fortified. Ayodele, who urged the leadership of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to go spiritual in the fight…

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Thursday, charged journalists and media practitioners to be transparent in discharging their duties as the watchdog of the society, noting that journalists must hold political office holders accountable in the public’s interest. The governor spoke at the opening ceremony of a three-day retreat of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP), Press Corps, with the theme: ‘Role of the Media in Fostering Development in a…

The judicial inquiry into the cause of death of Pelumi Onifade, a 20-year-old reporter with Gboah TV, who died during the #EndSARS protests in October 2020, began in Lagos on Thursday. A Federal High Court in Lagos ordered the coroner’s inquest into the death of the journalist, who was reportedly arrested by policemen attached to a Lagos State taskforce while he was covering the #EndSARS protests in 2020. He was…

Kwara State Police Command has announced that three dismissed police officers have been remanded to prison for alleged criminal offences. The force spokesperson and Deputy Supretendant of Police (DSP), Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi made this declaration on Friday through their social media handle. According to the force spokesperson, Ejire-Adeyemi, he said the three officers were charged on October 16 for an alleged criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide in connection with the death…

Global financial institution, the World Bank has declared that the recent increase in the country’s minimum wage will only benefit just 4.1 percent of working-age Nigerians. According to the World Bank’s lead economist for Nigeria, Alex Sienaert, only a limited segment of the population will be impacted. He shared this during the launch of the Nigeria Development Update (NDU) report in Abuja on Thursday. Sienaert explained that while the wage…

The Federal Government, on Thursday, said it has revoked the contract for the Abuja-Kaduna highway being done by Julius Berger, citing cost irregularities and delays in the project. According to News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the Minister of Works, David Umahi made the announcement during the inauguration of the rehabilitation of the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano road on Thursday in Abuja. Umahi said the update comes as part of a broader review to…