Police probe murder of woman in Rivers
The Police Command in Rivers has commenced investigation into the murder of a woman, Ms Special Bensington. The Spokesperson, CSP Grace Iringe-Koko, told journalists in Port Harcourt on Friday that the victim was killed on March 21. Iringe-Koko stated that the incident occurred at the Total Gospel area, Off Odili Road, and was reported […]
Nigeria strengthens security drive, destroys 2,800 illicit weapons
The National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSLAW), on Friday destroyed over 2,800 illicit firearms in its fifth high-profile arms destruction exercise in Abuja. This represents a major step in the efforts of the Federal Government in its fight against violent crimes and terrorism. In his remarks, the National […]
World Theatre Day: Stakeholders decry state of industry in Nigeria
A Nollywood actor, Babatunde Ojobaro, popularly known as Mister Rain, has said that Nigeria is not yet where it ought to be in theatre. He said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ibadan on Friday while commemorating World Theatre Day, held every March 27. NAN reports that the […]
Expert cautions against prolonged exposure to technological devices
A Health expert, Dr Uche Nwaku, has called for responsible use of technological devices to avoid potential health risks associated with electromagnetic waves. Nwaku, who works with Shownic Health Technology, Lagos, made the call on Friday at a seminar organised by the Local Government Service Commission for workers in Awka South Local Government Area […]
Police arrest robbery suspect in Warri
The Police Command in Delta State has arrested a suspected armed robber in Warri. Spokesman for the command, SP Bright Edafe disclosed this to newsmen on Thursday in Warri. He said that the 38-year-old suspect was apprehended on March 9, by the operatives attached to the “A” Division, Warri. He added that the suspect […]
Your certificates licences to innovate, Poju Oyemade tells graduates
Nigeria’s growing innovation ecosystems are capable of driving industrial diversification and economic resilience, Pastor Poju Oyemade has said. Oyemade is the Senior Pastor and Founder of the Covenant Nation, a ministry headquartered in Lagos. At the Fourth Convocation Lecture of the Trinity University, Yaba, Lagos, on Thursday, Oyemade, who was represented by Dr […]
Court orders final forfeiture of N400m linked to AVM Abdulraheem
The Federal High Court in Abuja has made an order for final forfeiture of N400 million allegedly linked to AVM Mikail Abdulraheem to the Federal Government. Justice Emeka Nwite, who granted the order after counsel for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abba Muhammed, SAN, moved the motion to the effect, held that […]
Cardoso seeks continental collaboration to check cross‑border financial risks
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Olayemi Cardoso, has urged African financial regulators to strengthen cooperation in managing cross-border risks. He also restated the CBN’s commitment to entrenching robust corporate governance in Nigeria’s financial system. He spoke at the 4th Annual IMF/AFRITAC West 2 High-Level Executive Forum for Financial […]
I-G directs deployment of newly promoted AIGs, CPs
The Inspector-General of Police (I-G), Mr Olatunji Disu has directed the immediate deployment of newly promoted Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs) and Commissioners of Police to commands, formations and departments. The Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Pascid said this in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja. He said the posting of the […]
Opay to establish cybersecurity laboratory in UniCal
A popular Financial Technology (Fintech) firm, OPay, has unveiled its plans to establish a cybersecurity laboratory in the University of Calabar (UniCal). The Fintech firm made the disclosure when its delegation visited UniCal’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Offiong Offiong on Tuesday in Calabar. Speaking during the visit, Leader of Opay delegation, Mr Itoro Udo, said […]
