By Esther Ososanya The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested no fewer than 116 suspects, charging 27 to court for offences ranging from possession of illicit drugs to public nuisance, In a sweeping crackdown on drug dens across Abuja. The week-long raids, which began on August 1, stretched across notorious black spots in …
By Esther Ososanya The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has confirmed that a coach on the Abuja–Kaduna Train Service (AKTS) developed a hot axle some kilometres before arriving at Rigasa Station in Kaduna. NRC’s Chief Public Relations Officer, Callistus Unyimadu, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday in Lagos, clarifying that the incident occurred on Wednesday …
By Esther Ososanya The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Center (CISLAC) has hailed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for its sweeping operation that dismantled a major foreign-led cybercrime network in Lagos, describing the move as a “historic breakthrough” in Nigeria’s fight against digital fraud. On December 10, 2024, EFCC operatives stormed a seven-story building …
By Esther Ososanya Abuja’s gleaming roads, bridges, and urban upgrades under FCT Minister Nyesom Wike are now overshadowed by a severe waste management crisis, drawing concern from residents and top presidential aides. Tope Fasua, the Special Adviser to the President on Economic Affairs, warns that fly-tipping and unchecked refuse dumps are threatening the capital’s progress. …
By Esther Ososanya The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has hinted at raising the salaries of President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and other political office holders even as millions of Nigerians battle hunger and inflation. RMAFC chairman, Mohammed Shehu, told journalists in Abuja on Monday that President …
By Esther Ososanya Nigeria’s Super Eagles bowed out of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) in the group stage, despite their rich footballing history. Losses to Senegal and Sudan sealed their fate before a consolatory 2-0 win over Congo. The victory against Congo provided a glimmer of pride, with Anas Yusuf and Sikiru Alimi …
By Esther Ososanya International aid organisations say shelter materials are not yet reaching Gaza, despite Israeli authorities claiming restrictions have been lifted. Delays in deliveries could worsen the plight of displaced Palestinians, with over 1.3 million people currently lacking tents. Aid groups report that for nearly six months, Israel effectively blocked materials like tent poles, …
By Esther Ososanya AFCON 2013 winner draws curtain on 17-year professional career Former Super Eagles striker, Brown Ideye, has officially retired from professional football, drawing the curtain on a career that spanned more than a decade across Europe, Asia, and Africa. The 36-year-old confirmed his decision in an emotional post on X, writing: “After much …
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has broken another global record, becoming the African artist with the most entries on the prestigious US Billboard Hot 100 chart. His latest collaboration with American rapper Gunna, titled “WGFT” from the rapper’s new album The Last Wun, debuted at number 96 on this week’s Hot 100, bringing Burna Boy’s …
By Esther Ososanya American music magazine Billboard has unveiled its list of the Top 50 Best Afrobeats Songs of All Time, ranking 2Baba’s iconic hit African Queen at number one. Wizkid emerged as the only artist with double entries in the top 10, with Ojuelegba at number two and Essence featuring Tems at number five. …
