The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has assured residents that it will continue the clearance of shanties and parks, serving as hideouts for criminals in the territory. Mr Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister on Public Communications and Social Media gave the assurance in a statement in Abuja on Sunday. Olayinka said…
The police command in Enugu State has detained three masqueraders in Nsukka area of the state for allegedly assaulting law-abiding citizens. The command Spokesman, SP Daniel Ndukwe said, in a statement in Enugu on Tuesday, that police operatives with the assistance of members of the community led to the arrest of the suspects on June…
Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane has provided insights into his initial experiences in the Bundesliga, suggesting that the atmosphere in the German top-flight is distinctively different from that of the Premier League. Following a successful debut and a goal on his first appearance, Kane expressed his appreciation for the dynamic crowd engagement during the match, highlighting…
Nigerians are calling on the government to stabilise the price and supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) after a sharp increase triggered by recent industrial unrest disrupted distribution nationwide. The price of cooking gas — a key household energy source for millions — surged from ₦1,100–₦1,200 per kilogramme to as high as ₦1,800, following a…
Mr Gautier Mignot, the European Union (EU) Ambassador to Nigeria, has expressed commitment to strengthen existing partnerships and contract new ones with the Nigerian government. Mignot, who recently assumed his role as EU Ambassador to Nigeria, made the commitment during a media parley on Monday in Abuja. He shared his vision on how to enhance…
Relatives of Israelis abducted by the Palestinian extremist militia Hamas in 2023 staged protests on Monday to mark 500 days of their captivity.The day’s events included blocking central streets in several towns and cities, including Tel Aviv, and a march to the Knesset in Jerusalem. A total of 73 hostages remain in Gaza, with 36…
The Super Eagles forward will be one of the main transfer attractions when top European clubs whip out their purses for purchases in the summer, Soccernet.ng reports. Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman is poised for a high-profile summer transfer, with Spanish giants Atlético Madrid among the clubs vying for his signature. Despite having a contract with…
Reports in Italy confirm that Napoli have turned down an improved bid of €60m from Turkish giants Galatasaray for striker Victor Osimhen, who spent the 2024-25 season on loan in Istanbul. Napoli are expected to sell Osimhen this summer. But the sky news reports that the Italian club are pushing for a higher fee, close…
Authorities in Kaduna State, north-west Nigeria, have urged residents to come out in large numbers for the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, stressing that broad participation is essential for inclusive governance. Commissioner for Information, Malam Ahmed Maiyaki, speaking on behalf of Governor Uba Sani, said the administration was committed to ensuring no eligible voter…
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have successfully repelled a coordinated attack by suspected Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) insurgents on Bitta, a community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. According to the Nigerian Army, the attempted incursion occurred around 10:25 p.m. on Saturday, July 26, with insurgents advancing from…
