Yet-to-be-identified gunmen have kidnapped a Catholic priest, Rev Fr Kingsley Eze, in Umuekebi, Osuoweerre, Isiala Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State. Pmnews.ng learnt that the priest, who is in charge of St Michael’s Catholic Parish in Umuekebi, was kidnapped on Thursday night. The priest was reportedly abducted alongside one other man identified as Uchenna […]
A teenager, Mubarak Akadiri, who killed a 62-year-old retired head teacher, Mrs Sidikat Adamolekun, after stealing her phone valued at N66,000, has explained how the incident happened. Mubarak, 18, who is also the son of the victim’s housemaid, spoke when he was arraigned before a magistrate court in Akure, the capital of Ondo State. Although […]
Caroline Adepoju, Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), has revealed a proposal to deploy e-gates and more logistics to airports and other entry sites to strengthen border security and migration management across the country. Adepoju stated this in an interview with journalists in Abuja on Friday. According to her, electronic gates would be […]
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has dismissed 11 officials for extortion and bribery. Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department, Adebayo Taofiq, who confirmed the development, said a disciplinary panel had convened on Thursday, November 30, to investigate allegations against 12 LASTMA officers. He stated that while one of the officials was ultimately […]
The Nigerian Navy Ship EKULU apprehended two fishing trawlers, TAURARO and STARSHRIMPER 29, in the Badary region of Lagos for alleged unlawful fishing. Over 100 bags of fish were retrieved in the fishing trawlers’ insulated fish-holding section. Rear Admiral Mustapha Hassan, the Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command, made the announcement yesterday. The fishing trawlers […]
The Federal Government announced on Thursday that a new minimum wage regime will take effect on April 1, 2024. Idris Mohammed, Minister of Information and National Orientation, stated in an interview with newsmen in Abuja that the present N30,000 minimum wage would expire at the end of March 2024. According to the analysis of the […]
The African Democractic Congress (ADC) has said Governor Hope Uzodinma has wasted three years and 10 months as governor of Imo State. It said the governor has failed to demonstrate capacity and also lacked indigenous support to effectively combat insecurity and restore sustainable peace in Imo. Chilos Godsent, the Southeast National Vice Chairman of the […]
There is uneasy calm in Nasarawa State as the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) await the ruling of the Supreme Court after the appeal court favoured incumbent Governor, Abdullahi Sule. The APC in the state on Thursday expressed concern over the PDP’s purported plans to arrange ugly protests, overheat the […]
Following the withdrawal of security personnel stationed in Maganda village, Nagaji Gari Ward lll in the Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, residents of the village have started abandoning their ancestral homes for fear of the unknown. Some villagers are said to have fled due to fear of potential attacks by bandits who […]
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has banned the use of ‘Ghana Must Go’ sacks by passengers at all airports in the country. According to a circular by FAAN, titled, ‘Re: Prohibition of Usage Of Ghana Must Go’, signed by Manager, Airport Services, Henok Gizachew, the ban is particularly for passengers travelling through the […]
Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni has charged two newly appointed Permanent Secretaries and a Permanent Member of the State Pilgrims Commission to be proactive and bring in fresh ideas for the state to overcome its developmental challenges. Buni gave the charge shortly after presiding over the swearing-in of the Permanent Secretaries and a Permanent […]
Yobe State House of Assembly has extended the tenure of chairmen and members of the Caretaker Management Committees of the 17 local governments areas of the state for a period of six months. The House made the extension while approving a request presented by the executive arm of government requesting the confirmation of the re-appointment […]
Nollywood actress Shaffy Bello says she finds it disrespectful when younger people call her by her first name. She also revealed that it is irritating for young people to greet her with a ‘Hi’ and wave at her. The thespian spoke in a recent episode of the Me, Her And Everything Else podcast. She, however, […]
Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has joined fans and colleagues of Rema to wish him a quick recovery. Pmnews.ng recalls that the ‘Calm Down’ crooner, who was initially scheduled to tour the cities of Lagos, Abuja, and Benin, said he would not be performing anywhere this December due to health reasons. Reacting via his X […]
Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has called for a peaceful atmosphere, saying the state is undergoing a difficult period. Fubara said a peaceful atmosphere would enable his administration to achieve its development strides. The governor spoke against the background of the rift battle between him and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, which led to political […]
The prime suspect, Joy Afekafe, allegedly involved in the murder of an associate professor in the biochemistry department of the Federal University of Technology (FUTMinna), Niger State, Funmilola Adefolalu, has been arraigned before a Minna Chief Magistrate Court. The 14-year-old was arraigned on a three-count charge of criminal conspiracy , culpable homicide and armed robbery. […]
Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh has berated Mr Joseph Aloba, the father of late Nigerian rapper, Ilerioluwa Olademeji Aloba, aka Mohbad, over the way he is handling his son’s death. She said “material things or wealth seem to overweight” his love for his late son. The thespian, in an open letter to the late singer’s father […]
Police in Jigawa State have arrested over 55 suspected criminals over alleged kidnapping and armed robbery. Jigawa State Commissioner of Police, Ahmad Abdullahi, disclosed this while briefing newsmen on the command’s achievements in the last 10 days since he assumed office. Abdullahi explained that the suspects included 25 suspected thieves and vandals, three suspected kidnappers, […]
The presidency has assured that Nigerians will begin to see the effect of the 2024 budget within the shortest possible time. Senior Special Assistant on National Assembly Matters to President Bola Tinubu, Kunle Olanrewaju, gave this assurance in an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday. He said, “Within the shortest possible time, Nigerians […]
The Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) in charge of zone 17, comprising Ondo and Ekiti States, Mr Adebowale William, has urged the men and officers of the Ekiti State Police Command to eschew corruption and remain dedicated to their duty posts. The senior police officer emphasized the need for police officers to promptly respond […]
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), FCT Command, has successfully restored normalcy to a secondary school in Gwarinpa, Abuja, following an alleged shooting incident involving NSCDC personnel. Contrary to claims in some media sections about the killing of two students, ASCI Okomanyi Comfort, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, clarified the situation. According to […]
The Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has lauded the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and the Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) for their understanding and partnership. Akpoti-Uduaghan’s commendation was on the backdrop of the recently signed Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on diverse fronts in the delivery of sustainable development projects in […]
The Network of People Living with HIV and AIDS in Nigeria (NEPWHAN) in Gombe State, on Thursday, announced that four of its members died for allegedly using herbal HIV treatment. The programme officer of the association, Mr Muhammad Ibrahim, stated this in Gombe at an event to commemorate the 2023 World AIDS Day. Ibrahim said […]
Gender activists in Kogi State are urging the development of a cost-effective multi-sectorial action plan to effectively combat Gender-Based Violence (GBV) across the country. This call was made during a stakeholders’ engagement meeting organized by the Centre for Integrated Health Programs (CIHP) in collaboration with the State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development to […]
The Stop TB Partnership in Nigeria has called for more stakeholder collaboration in the fight against Tuberculosis, maintaining that Tuberculosis is curable and drugs to tackle the infection available and easily accessible to patients. The Acting Board Chairman, Stop TB Partnership Nigeria, Dr. Queen Ogbuji-Ladipo, who made the call, said the organisation is concerned that […]