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44-year-old son beat up mother over ₦48k rent, threatens to kill siblings

The judge adjourned the case to January 8, 2025.

Northerners accuse Tinubu of nepotism over appointment of Ogunjimi as AGoF

They warned that Nigeria’s unity and growth depend on inclusive leadership that respects the country’s diversity.

Ex-APC blames Tinubu's silence over Wike's controversial demolitions in FCT

Highlighting the broader implications, the ex-APC stalwart described Wike’s approach as tyrannical and warned that it could deter foreign investors.

Ex-Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello granted ₦500m bail in ₦80bn money laundering trial

The judge also adjourned the matter until February 24, February 28, March 6 and March 7, 2025, for trial.

Fresh update emerges on governors' decision on state policing

The unanimous support for state police marks a significant step toward addressing Nigeria’s persistent security challenges, though the final decision now hinges on the council's deliberations next year.

Deputy Speaker Kalu drops fresh hint on Nnamdi Kanu’s imminent release

The Deputy Speaker’s assurances have reignited hope for Kanu’s release while emphasising the importance of collective efforts to advance the Southeast region.

Afe Babalola files new petition against Farotimi, wants him barred from practicing law

Farotimi is facing multiple cases of alleged defamation following claims in his recently published book that Afe Babalola corrupted the judiciary to get favourable judgements.

Buhari did his best for Nigeria - Ooni of Ife says

Ooni paid a two-day courtesy visit to Buhari at the latter's country home in Daura, Katsina State.

Oyo commences re-verification of landowners for Ibadan circular road project

The team is assigned to pay compensation to landowners/claimants along the Alago to Ajota axis, which covers the first segment of the project.

Despite challenges, pension assets growth to hit N22trn by end of 2024 – DG

Omolola Oloworaran, the Director-General (DG) of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), says the commission is projected to close the year with over N22 trillion in pension assets.

Gov Yusuf drops SSG due to health issue, sacks Chief of Staff in major cabinet rejig

The governor directed the former Chief of Staff and the five commissioners who were dropped to report to his office for possible reassignment.

No amount of blackmail can stop me - Wike replies to land-grabbing accusations

The minister said that he had published names of landowners in Abuja who were owing FCTA ground rent and other taxes.

Governors declare support for creation of state police after NEC

Sani stated that many states were in agreement with plans to establish state police in view of the fact that virtually every state had security challenges.

Woman accused of killing her 8-month-old daughter sent to prison

The presiding judge, Samson Kwasu, did not take the plea of the accused, for lack of jurisdiction.

Fake Army major arrested for leading specialised car syndicate in Sokoto

Speaking through the command’s spokesperson, Ahmad Rufa’i, Musa said the suspect introduced himself to the policemen as military personnel to get away with the said vehicle.

Reps to probe alleged mismanagement of N350bn World Bank's nutritional challenges fund

According to him, ANRiN is a World Bank-funded, performance-based project that uses loans to address nutritional challenges in Nigeria.

Court remands woman, 30, for allegedly killing 8-month-old daughter

The Kaduna-based mother is accused of feeding her baby rat poison.

Court sends 12 mechanics to prison for alleged land-grabbing defamation against Makinde

Opaleye alleged that the defendants posted a video on social media threatening to forcefully remove Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State from office.

Court gives Customs go-ahead to auction 30 seized, unclaimed vehicles

Y.M. Ibrahim, an Inspector of Customs, Government Warehouse, Karu, Abuja, deposed to the affidavit in support of the motion.

Take the war to them - Wike asks security agencies to flush out criminals from FCT

The minister boasted that there was significant improvement in the security situation in the territory following a series of interventions by the current administration.