Tragedy struck Amakpu Okuku community in Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State on Friday morning when a man in his 50s, identified simply as Odomma, was found dead after allegedly taking his own life. Residents said the father of four, who sold water in jerry cans and buckets, had long struggled with financial…
A 17-year-old boy, Samuel Onyeme, was allegedly beaten and locked inside a dog cage on Sunday after visiting his female classmate at her residence in Asaba, Delta State. According to eyewitness accounts, the incident occurred around 6 p.m. when Samuel went to see his friend following her invitation. Recounting the ordeal, Samuel’s mother, Mrs. Onyeme,…
The authorities of the Kuje Custodial Centre have released the immediate past Governor of Kogi State Yahaya Bello after he has met the bail conditions imposed on him by set the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja. The PUNCH reports that the release of Bello was confirmed by the spokesperson for the Nigerian Correctional Service,…
Residents of Pako, Amukoko Roundabout in the Ajeromi Ifelodun Local Government Area of Lagos State are grieving the tragic death of a businesswoman and grandmother, who was allegedly stabbed to death by her grandson. According to EKO HOT BLOG, the assailant, after committing the crime, fled with N4 million in cash and gold jewelry. According…
The senate has received the interim report of its ad hoc committee investigating crude oil theft and related sabotage in the Niger Delta. Ned Nwoko, senator representing Delta north and chair of the committee, presented the report during plenary on Wednesday. Nwoko said the committee’s findings so far indicate “massive” revenue losses of more than…
The new Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has told journalists that he assured President Bola Tinubu he would tackle insecurity. Also, he stated that the Lakurawa terrorist group will soon be eradicated, citing strengthened cooperation with Niger Republic. Oluyede spoke to newsmen after a meeting with President Tinubu at the Presidential…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared that the Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, deserves to be impeached. The statement was made on Friday while speaking to the press. His remarks came shortly after the Supreme Court delivered a ruling earlier in the day, upholding the reinstatement of the Martin…
Former Kogi West Senator, Dino Melaye, on Friday, made his first courtroom appearance as a lawyer, stepping into legal practice after years in politics and public life. Dressed in a full wig and gown, Melaye appeared before Justice Emeka Nwite at Court 8 of the Federal High Court, Abuja, marking his debut since being called…
A Tunisian inmate was sentenced to six months in prison after he was reported to authorities for refusing to watch a TV news segment about President Kais Saied, his lawyer and an NGO said Friday. The inmate’s lawyer, Adel Sghaier, said his client was initially prosecuted under Article 67 of the penal code, which covers…
Gunmen have reportedly killed at least 15 people and razed several vehicles in Okigwe LGA of Imo state. The gunmen on Thursday afternoon barricaded Okwelle axis of Okigwe road and unleashed terror on motorists and commuters. The attackers razed several vehicles, including heavy duty trucks. Videos showing trucks in flames along the road have appeared…
