The Nasarawa State Police Command has banned the burning of used tyres during crossover night activities. The ban applies across the state ahead of New Year celebrations. The directive was announced on Tuesday in Lafia. It came through a statement issued by Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel. Strict Enforcement Ordered Commissioner of Police,…
The Plateau State Government has rescued dozens of minors during overnight raids on brothels, hotels, and motels across the Jos–Bukuru metropolis. Officials said the operation exposed organised child sexual exploitation and trafficking networks operating within the city. The raid was carried out by the Plateau State Task Force Committee on Human Trafficking. Agencies Involved The…
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has explained why he will not defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) alongside former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi. Otti spoke on Tuesday during his monthly media chat in Umuahia, the Abia State capital. According to the governor, Obi informed him of his decision to leave the Labour…
The National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), South South, Victor Giadom, has told Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara that he must pass through Nyesom Wike to win any political contest in the state. Giadom made the remark on Tuesday during Wike’s “thank you” visit to Gokana Local Government Area. He described Wike,…
World-renowned boxer Anthony Joshua will spend New Year’s Eve at the Duchess Luxury Hospital following his involvement in a fatal road accident on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway. Medical sources said doctors admitted the boxer for observation and further care after he sustained minor injuries. Although Joshua’s injuries are not life-threatening, doctors advised continued monitoring due to…
The Lagos State Government has announced the cancellation of the 2025 Greater Lagos Fiesta, which was scheduled to hold on December 31, 2025. The state government confirmed the decision on Tuesday. The announcement came through a post by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, on his official X account. Sanwo-Olu Directs Focus…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed the death of 18 persons in a fatal auto crash in Dutse Local Government Area of Jigawa State. The incident occurred on Tuesday and involved two Volkswagen cars and a tipper truck. The FRSC disclosed this in a statement issued in Dutse by the state spokesperson, Corps…
President Bola Tinubu has confirmed that Nigeria’s new tax laws will take effect on January 1, 2026, as scheduled. He said the Federal Government sees no reason to delay the rollout. In a statement he personally signed on Tuesday, Tinubu described the reforms as a rare chance to reset Nigeria’s fiscal system and secure long-term…
The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 22-year-old suspect in connection with an alleged rape case involving a teenage girl in the state. The Command described the arrest as part of its ongoing efforts to protect residents and combat sexual offences. The police disclosed this in a press release issued on…
Nigeria maintained their perfect record at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a 3–1 victory over Uganda in their final Group C match on Tuesday. The Super Eagles delivered a confident performance at the Fez Stadium, Morocco, to finish the group stage with maximum points. Furthermore, the win confirmed Nigeria as Group C winners,…
