A stray bullet from a yet-to-be identified source has allegedly hit and killed a 20-month-old child at Umuoba-Uratta in Owerri North Local Government Area of Imo. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the incident occured at about 10p.m on Monday. The child, identified as Emmanuel Eleweke, was the third of his parents, Mr…
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has conferred its Corporate Merit Award on Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech) for being the most producer of certified accountants and chartered accountants in Nigeria. According to a statement by Mr Adekunle Adams, Head, Public Relations Unit of Yabatech, ICAN gave the award at its 2025 Award…
President Bola Tinubu would on June 12 confer National Honours on selected legislators in commemoration of Democracy Day. This is contained in a statement by the House Spokesman, Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr. in Abuja on Sunday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the leadership and Members of the House of Representatives will participate…
Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have condemned the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) over persistent power outages affecting Kubwa, Kuje, and Dutse. Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday, residents said electricity rarely lasts more than five hours a day, causing frustration and disrupting daily life. Mrs Eniola Williams, a…
The Customs Officers’ Wives Association (COWA) has launched its Eco Club initiative with the adoption of Coronation Prep Academy, Abuja, as the first beneficiary school, marking a significant step in its youth-focused environmental advocacy under the Green Borders Initiative. The Eco Club was unveiled during an Environmental Education Workshop held on 19 February 2026 at…
Get ready for the electrifying Quai 54 tournament in Paris, France, as the Basketball Africa League (BAL) brings its talented team to showcase their skills. Experience high-level basketball, thrilling dunk contests, and vibrant entertainment with renowned DJs and special performances by Mokobé. Don’t miss out on this ultimate street basketball and urban culture event. The…
The Western Nigeria Security Network, Amotekun Corps in Ondo State, has arrested the suspected killer of Mr Nelson Adepoyigi, All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman in Ward 5, Ose Local Government Area of the state. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Adepoyigi was abducted by gunmen on Monday, May 13, while parking his vehicle…
The people of Gbolomotin community in Ovia South- West Local Government of Edo has called for the state government protection following speculations that the community caused the killings. This is contained in a statement by Mr Karaem Ebimobobowei, the spokesperson of the Gbolomotin community, on Sunday in Benin . Ebimobobowei said the community never provoked…
The Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) has expressed partnership with the Borno State government to revive the moribund Banki Free Trade Zone. The Managing Director of NEPZA, Dr Olufemi Ogunyemi, made this known during a courtesy visit by the Governor of Borno State, Prof. Babagana Zulum, in Abuja. Ogunyemi, who is also the Chief…
Lagos authorities have defended the demolition of buildings in Oworonshoki that sparked protests and traffic disruption on the Third Mainland Bridge earlier this week. Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr Oluyinka Olumide, said the demolished properties were unapproved structures on coastal land and therefore “illegal and a threat to life.” He noted that…
