Naira remains stable to dollar at parallel market

The Naira on Friday remained stable at the parallel market in Lagos, exchanging at N360 to the dollar, the News Agency of Nigeria reports.

Electronic fraud is on the rise - CBN

Dipo Fatokun, director of banking and payment system, at the Central Bank of Nigeria, says fraud carried out through automated teller machines (ATM) and mobile banking is on the increase.

Court orders EFCC to unfreeze senator’s account

The Federal High Court, Abuja, has ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to unconditionally unfreeze the account of Abdullaziz Nyako and a company linked to him.

PDP to Presidency: Stop ‎blame game, end killings

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has asked the Presidency to stop the blame-game and end the ‎violent killings of innocent citizens by marauders in the country.

Nine dead, four injured in Lagos tanker accident

Nine people have been confirmed dead after a tanker conveying petrol went up in flames on the Otedola Bridge, along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway on Thursday evening, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has said.

Court orders temporary forfeiture of Dieziani's N325million Lekki Land to FG

A Federal High Court in Lagos on Wednesday ordered the temporary forfeiture of a landed property belonging to the former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Mrs Dieziani Alison Madueke valued at N325.4million, to the Federal Government of Nigeria.

Estimated billing: Discos are operated by fraudsters - Reps

A House of Representatives adhoc panel on Wednesday said the Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) and electricity distribution companies (Discos) are conniving to shortchange and extort money from Nigerians through excessive billing.

PDP declares seven days of mourning over killings

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared seven days of mourning for victims of incessant killings across the country.

Over 200 Victims of Plateau Attack set to be Buried Secretly

The burial of over 200 victims of the recent attacks in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State carried out by suspected Fulani herdsmen generated a serious controversy following allegations that security agencies want to carry out the exercise in secret.

Naira weakens marginally against dollar

The Naira on Tuesday weakened marginally against the dollar at the parallel market in Lagos, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.

Oshiomhole to Buhari: Ask Obasanjo to refund ‘$16 billion’ spent on power

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole, has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to ask for the refund of the $16 billion allegedly expended on the power sector under the administration of former President Olusegun Obasanjo.

Miyetti Allah on Plateau killings: We lost 300 cows, no one should expect peace

The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders’ Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has described the attacks on some communities in Plateau state as an act of retaliation.

NiMet predicts rains, thunderstorms on Tuesday

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted prospects of thunderstorms and rains over the central states such as Bida, Mambila Plateau, Makurdi, Minna, Ilorin and Lafia axis on Tuesday morning.

Buhari to critics: You can't accuse me of stealing

President Muhammmadu Buhari on Monday said his critics could not accuse him of stealing.

ICPC arrests polytechnic rector for ‘forging’ PhD certificate

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says it has arrested a polytechnic rector over alleged forgery of a doctorate degree certificate.

Wife marches husband back to prison after he was mistakenly released

A wife marched her husband back to prison less than two hours after he was mistakenly released. James Rynerson’s wife was shocked to find him in the garage of the apartment complex she lives in, but quickly realised the error and drove him back to Mesa County Jail in Colorado.

Submit yourself to EFCC, PDP tells Oshiomhole

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has challenged the new National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, to submit himself to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over what it termed "humongous corruption allegations hanging on his neck.‎"

‘Over 100’ shot dead in Plateau

The Plateau state government has imposed a curfew on Riyom, Barakin Ladi and Jos south local government areas of the state, following the deaths of “over 100” persons on Saturday night.

APC Chairmanship: Why other contenders stepped down for me — Oshiomhole

The new national chairman of the governing All Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole, has said the other candidates withdrew themselves “unconditionally’’.

APC confirms Adams Oshiomhole national chairman

The All Progressives Congress has confirmed former Edo governor, Adams Oshiomhole, as its national chairman.

Buhari speaks on Nigeria’s defeat of Iceland in Russia

President Muhammadu Buhari heartily congratulates the Super Eagles on their victory Friday over the national team of Iceland in their second match at the Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Budget 2018: You’re greedy, Presidency tells National Assembly

The accusations and counter-accusations over the 2018 budget continued on Friday with the presidency accusing the National Assembly of greed.

Woman flees with lover’s ATM card after sex, withdraws N1m

A businessman got more than he bargained for after his lover fled with his Automated Teller Machine card and allegedly withdrew N1m from his bank account.

2019: Why Buhari should be re-elected – Ministers

Some ministers on Thursday gave reasons why they believe President Muhammadu Buhari should be re-elected in 2019.

2019 Election: Over 100 parties to contest — INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has said that over 100 political parties may feature on the ballot paper in the forthcoming 2019 general elections.

In-laws beat husband to death for maltreating wife

Tragedy struck in Ifira Akoko, in the Akoko South-East Local Government Area of Ondo State on Wednesday as an indigene of the town, Adelogba Ademuyiwa, was allegedly killed by his in-laws.

15 things Buhari said after signing 2018 budget

It is no longer news that President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the 2018 budget into power. But the statement made by the Nigerian leader afterwards are quite key.

Finally, OAU fires ‘sex-for-mark’ professor

The Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has announced the sacking of Prof. Richard Akindele for allegedly demanding sex from a student, Monica Osagie, to upgrade her mark.

Equanimity as Tinubu hugs Atiku at the airport (Photos)

Bola Tinubu, a national leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), met with former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar at Akure airport in Ondo state on Monday.

‘Many killed’ as truck falls on commercial buses at Ojuelegba

A truck conveying plywood fell off a bridge at Ojuelegba, Lagos, killing some passengers of commercial buses better known as Danfo.

Mikel under pressure to fulfill promise to Buhari

Super Eagles’ captain Mikel Obi has been put under intense pressure to lead the team to a resounding victory against Iceland on Friday, as well as fulfill his promise to President Muhammad Buhari that he (Mikel) is a man of his words.

Landlord slumps, dies after disagreement with tenant

A landlord, Abiodun Bolarinwa, has died after a disagreement with his tenant, Shadrach Enim, on Chris Matthew Street, in the Okokomaiko area of Lagos State.

NiMet predicts rain in Lagos, Abuja, others Tuesday

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted possible thunderstorms over the central cities of the country, including Abuja, Jos, Lafia, Minna, Bida, Makurdi, Lafia and Ibi later in the day on Tuesday.

SARS operative threatened to drink my blood – HR manager

A human resources manager, Kamil Mahmud, has alleged being threatened by some operatives of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad.

SERAP sues Fashola over money spent on power privatisation

Babatunde Fashola, minister of power, works and housing, has been sued by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) over his failure to account for money spent on privatisation of the electricity sector.

What weather will look like across Nigeria Monday – NiMet

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted cloudy weather conditions over the central states of the country on Monday with chances of thunderstorms over Ilorin in the morning hours.

2019: I’ll run for presidency – Makarfi

A former Governor of Kaduna State and immediate past Caretaker Committee Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Senator Ahmed Makarfi, has joined the race to contest the nation’s presidency in 2019.

Teen attempts to rape friend’s mum during visit

A woman has been sexually assaulted by a teenager, who was invited to spend the night at her home.

Fleeing Anambra gay principal owns shrines, church — Investigation

An alleged gay principal of Seat of Wisdom Secondary School, Okija, in the Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State, Modestus Eze, allegedly operated five shrines and a church within the school.

If you want to report a SARS officer, here are the numbers

 

Following public outcry over the alleged brutality of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad operatives, the police authorities have set up a six-member team to receive and investigate petitions against the squad.

Update On Alleged Billionaire Kidnapper Evans

Olukoya Ogungbeje, lead counsel to Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, suspected kidnap kingpin better known as Evans, has withdrawn from his client’s trial.

It will be hard to replace Fayemi in my cabinet — Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari says Nigerians must work together as a people to ensure speedy transformation of the nation’s economy for the general progress of the country.

IGP okays independent inspection of SARS’ cells

The Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, has granted an approval for the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to audit the detention cells in all police commands and formations including those of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).

Reforming Nigeria comes with pains - Buhari

President Muhammmadu Buhari says reforming a nation like Nigeria, "pushed into near decay on account of corruption", comes with teething pains.

HIV-positive man arrested for allegedly infecting 200 sexual partners

An HIV-positive man who might have consciously passed on the deadly virus to more than 200 sexual partners has been arrested in Italy.

Cloudy skies, thunderstorms, rains to prevail on Friday – NiMet

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted cloudy weather conditions over the central states of the country on Friday morning.

Buhari to sign 2018 budget next week

President Muhammadu Buhari will sign the 2018 Appropriation Bill next week, his spokesman, Femi Adesina, has said.

FG hires lawyers with N500m to recover N330bn from MTN

The Federal Executive Council on Wednesday approved the payment of N500 million to the lawyers that worked for the recovery of N330billion fine from MTN Nigeria Limited.

Court sacks Nigerian senator

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the immediate sack of a senator, Atai Aidoko, as the member representing Kogi East.

Traditional Ruler Killed, Houses Burnt as Tension Grips Enugu Community

Tension gripped residents of the sleepy Ogbosinne community in Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State yesterday following the gruesome murder of a traditional ruler, Igwe Stephen Nwatu.