Anambra doctors down tools over colleague’s kidnap
The Nigeria Medical Association (NMA), Anambra Branch, has directed its members to withdraw clinical services in all private and public hospitals with effect from Thursday night. The directive is contained…
Court in Lagos discharges 6 #Endsars protesters
An Ikeja Chief Magistrates’ Court on Thursday discharged and acquitted six men charged with breach of the public peace during the 2020 #Endsars protest. They are: Daniel Joyinbo, 31, Adigun…
ICPC warns against undermining S/Court judgment on LG autonomy
By Isaac Aregbesola The Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC) has warned against undermining the Supreme Court judgment on local government autonomy. The ICPC Chairman, Dr Musa…
EFCC arrests billionaire over alleged internet fraud, money laundering
By Isaac Aregbesola The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a billionaire, Hyginus Nkwocha, for alleged internet fraud and money laundering in Abuja. The Commission’s spokesman, Dele Oyewale,…
Police detain 123 suspects, rescue 19 kidnap victims in Enugu
The Police Command in Enugu State says it has 123 persons in its custody over their alleged involvement in various crimes in the state. The command also disclosed that it…
First Lady disburses 50m grant to 1,000 Ebonyi women
The First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu, has said that her pet project, the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), disbursed N50 million grant to 1,000 women petty traders in Ebonyi. She said…
Tinubu approves N10bn grant for DSO
By NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA President Bola Tinubu has approved a grant N10 billion for the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to embark on a transformative journey to achieve the Digital…
Shamsudeen Usman foundation set to unveil AI centre
By Sumaila Ogbaje A foundation in honour of the former Minister of Finance and National Planning, Dr Shamsudeen Usman, is set to be unveiled with a plan to set up…
FG set to launch National Youth Dialogue to promote patriotism among youths
By Titaro Irmiya/ Franca Ofili The Minister of State for Youth Development, Mr Ayodele Olawande, says arrangements have been concluded to launch National Youth Dialogue to promote patriotism among youths.…
Comprehensive approach crucial to curbing building collapse–SON
By Lucy Ogalue The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has reiterated the need for a comprehensive approach to curb the recurring menace of building collapse in Nigeria. The Director-General of…