Nigerian leaders should avoid contentious narratives, says Senator Bamidele

On Sunday, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele joined Christians throughout the world in celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. To avoid making the country’s problems worse, he pleaded with leaders everywhere to reject divisive agendas and narratives. Bamidele, a senator from Ekiti Central, revealed that lawmakers are “in the process of developing legal frameworks for the … Read more

Robbers storm Kware town, murder one, and set fire to the famous market

Residents of Kware town, the administrative center of Kware Local Government Area in Sokoto State, were rocked to their core Saturday night by a brutal attack by masked gunmen. The assailants reportedly arrived in a large group, opened fire randomly, scattering vendors and customers before destroying the famous Kware Market, according to eyewitnesses. The death … Read more

Ten individuals rescued after police stop kidnapping attempt in Katsina

On April 19, security personnel in Katsina State prevented the abduction of 10 individuals, all of whom were freed unscathed. Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident happened at about 2135 hours local time when a band of masked men, who were believed to be bandits, blocked the Funtua-Gusau Road close to Marabar Bangori … Read more

Due to safety concerns, Edo city governments have banned motorbikes and scrap vendors from operating

Motorcyclists, or okada, are not allowed to be on the road in the Etsako West Local Government Area between the hours of 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. The Uromi and Uzea towns have had their scrap metal dealings abruptly halted, according to Furucinovel, which cites Mr. Paul Uhomesili, the interim chairman of the Esan North-East … Read more

The Ekiti APC has re-endorsed Tinubu and Oyebanji for office

In recognition of President Bola Tinubu’s and Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s outstanding leadership and significant policy achievements, the Ekiti State Caucus of the All Progressives Congress has approved their reelection. Speaker Adeoye Aribasoye of Ekiti State House of Assembly made the motion for the governor’s endorsement, while Senator Yemi Adaramodu of the Senate Committee on Media … Read more

Volvo announces 800 layoffs in the US, blaming tariffs and a declining market

In light of continuing market uncertainty and falling demand, which has been worsened by tariffs implemented under President Trump’s administration, Volvo Group has declared intentions to lay off as many as 800 employees at three of its U.S. sites within the next three months. The Mack Trucks facility in Macungie, Pennsylvania, and the Volvo Group … Read more

Edo court sentences 23 internet fraudsters to jail

From April 11th through the 17th, 2025, the Edo State High Court met in Benin City to hand out sentences of varied lengths to twenty-three cyber fraudsters. On Saturday, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s official X handle revealed this. “Azegbemhin and Erhabor, two justices of the Edo State High Court, met in Benin City … Read more

The dismissal of Tinubu in 2027 is not up for discussion – Labour Party

Chief Samuel Olaolu, chairman of the Labour Party in Ogun State, has stated that the opposition party’s goal is to depose President Bola Tinubu’s administration, which is led by the All Progressives Congress, in the 2027 general elections. By saying, “The truth is that Nigerians are fed up with the insecurity, hunger, and poor economic … Read more

Conte rips club owner as McTominay brings Napoli level with Inter

After Saturday’s 1-0 victory against Monza, Scott McTominay scored Napoli’s lone goal and tied the team for first place in Serie A with Inter Milan. However, following the game, coach Antonio Conte made heated remarks directed at owner Aurelio De Laurentiis. Napoli were spared embarrassment following a lacklustre performance in northern Italy as the Scotland … Read more