Author: Adeniyi Daniel

In a major breakthrough, operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have arrested seven suspects connected to the brutal murder of Barrister Bright Owhor, who was gunned down by unidentified assailants on July 6, 2025, in Rumuomasi, Port Harcourt. Following the tragic killing of the 46-year-old lawyer, the Anti-Kidnapping Unit launched a coordinated investigation involving ten days of rigorous intelligence gathering and technical surveillance. The operation led to the identification and arrest of all individuals involved in the heinous crime. The suspects—Prince Samuel (30), Daniel Godwin (25), Henry Peter (24), Godfrey Emmanuel a.k.a. Ibu (30), Chukwu Nneji (34), Justice Dimkpa…

The Olubadan-In-Council has formally nominated Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, marking a significant moment in the ancient city’s traditional leadership succession. The announcement was made during a meeting held on Monday at the Olubadan Palace in Oke-Aremo, situated in the Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State. Although the newly nominated monarch was not present, the council’s decision was unanimous. Presiding over the session, the Balogun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, stated, “We, the members of the Olubadan-In-Council, have all signed and nominated Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the new Olubadan of Ibadanland. We will…

Following over 12 hours of uninterrupted rainfall across Lagos, the State Government has appealed for calm, assuring residents that critical infrastructure is in place to mitigate the impact of flash flooding. In a statement released on Monday and signed by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, the government acknowledged the discomfort caused by the heavy downpour, but reiterated its preparedness through ongoing drainage maintenance and flood-control measures. Wahab cited a fresh weather advisory from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) warning of continued rainfall and thunderstorms over the next three days. He noted that while flash floods…

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s female basketball team, D’Tigress, on reaching the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket for the fifth consecutive time, following their 75-68 triumph over Senegal in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The President praised the team’s resilience, focus, and team spirit, noting that their performance—especially against long-time rivals Senegal—has brought pride to the nation and global acclaim to Nigerian basketball. He also commended Coach Rena Wakama, the team’s first female head coach, for her inspirational leadership both on and off the court, as D’Tigress secured a spot in the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup qualifiers. President…

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has dismissed reports circulating on social media regarding the commencement of the 2025 police recruitment exercise, describing them as false, misleading, and the handiwork of fraudsters. In a statement issued on Sunday, August 3rd, by the Commission’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, the PSC clarified that it has not begun any recruitment process and will duly follow established procedures when ready. It urged prospective applicants to disregard any unofficial calls for application and to await formal announcements from the Commission. “The Commission frowns at this consistent attempt to fraudulently confuse the public…

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued a firm warning to operators of event centres, nightclubs, lounges, and organisers of social gatherings to desist from obstructing traffic or converting public roads into makeshift parking lots. Speaking during a weekend surveillance and inspection of major traffic corridors across the metropolis, LASTMA General Manager, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed concern over the frequent misuse of public roadways during high-profile events, which often results in gridlock, hampers emergency services, and causes undue hardship for road users. “The Lagos State Government, under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will no longer tolerate the reckless encroachment on…

In a significant step toward enhancing access to justice and improving institutional efficiency, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has fulfilled his promise to the Ministry of Justice with the formal presentation of seven brand-new operational buses. The handover ceremony, held on Thursday at the Secretariat, Alausa, Ikeja, was facilitated through the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF). Speaking at the event, the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Lawal Pedro, SAN, lauded the governor for his unwavering support of the justice sector. “This is a significant boost to our operations. These buses will greatly ease transportation logistics for legal…

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mallam Mohammed Idris, has called for calm and due process in the wake of the controversial shutdown of Badegi FM, a private radio station in Minna, Niger State. In a statement released on Saturday by his Special Assistant on Media, Rabiu Ibrahim, the minister reaffirmed that only the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) is legally empowered to suspend or revoke broadcasting licenses in Nigeria. “While acknowledging the concerns raised, the Ministry notes that the suspension of broadcasting licenses falls within the purview of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), as stipulated by law,” the minister…

The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has strongly criticized Governor Umar Bago of Niger State over the abrupt closure of Badeggi Radio in Minna, describing the action as an abuse of power and a grave threat to press freedom in Nigeria. Governor Bago reportedly ordered the Commissioner of Police to seal the station over allegations of inciting violence—a move that has sparked outrage from media stakeholders nationwide. In swift response, Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mallam Mohammed Idris, faulted the governor’s directive, emphasizing that only the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has the legal authority to sanction a broadcast station.Reacting…

The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa, has debunked a viral video circulating online which purportedly showed vandalism on the $1.5 billion Lagos-Ibadan Standard Gauge Rail Line, describing it as “old, mischievous, and intended to mislead the public.” In a statement issued on behalf of the Corporation, Dr. Opeifa clarified that the footage in question referenced an incident that occurred in August 2024—not on the modern Lagos-Ibadan Standard Gauge line—but rather on the old narrow gauge track in Oyo State. “The incident took place between August 7 and 27, 2024, between Km 170 (Omi-Adio) and…