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Politics

Fire Destroys Six Shops at Ibadan Police Barracks, Swift Response Limits Damage

In the early hours of Saturday, May 10, 2025, a fire erupted at the Police Barracks in Omolewa, Yemetu, Ibadan, engulfing six of...

Metro

Man Killed by Suspected Bandit-Planted Explosive in Niger State

A man named Basiru Hassan lost his life after stepping on an explosive device believed to have been set by bandits in Shiroro...

Politics

Bandit Stronghold in Fakai Village Destroyed: A Blow to Bello Turji’s Operations

In a significant blow to the operations of notorious bandit leader Bello Turji, a school building in Fakai village, which had been converted...

Metro

Ondo State Police Arrest 32 Suspects Following Deadly Communal Clash in Akoko

The Police Command in Ondo State has confirmed the arrest of 32 suspects linked to a communal clash that resulted in the tragic...

Economy

Naira Strengthens in Parallel Market but Depreciates in Official FX Market

The Naira appreciated marginally in the parallel market yesterday, improving to ₦1,660 per dollar from ₦1,662 per dollar recorded over the weekend. However,...

Politics

Explosion at NIPCO Filling Station Injures Three in Edo State

Three individuals sustained injuries in an explosion at the NIPCO filling station in Eyean community, located along the Benin-Auchi road in Uhunmwonde Local...

Politics

Senators Unified on Local Government Autonomy but Divided on State Police as Constitutional Review Begins

As the Senate and House of Representatives embark on another phase of reviewing the 1999 Constitution, a notable consensus has emerged among Senators...

World

Anambra State Government Restricts Movement Ahead of Local Council Elections

The Anambra State Government has announced a restriction of movement across the state from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday, September 28,...