Edo CP says intelligence report critical in crime prevention
The Commissioner of Police (CP) in Edo, Mr Abutu Yaro, says credible intelligence report is critical to preventing crime in any society.Yaro said this when […]
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Buhari seeks passage of Money Laundering, Terrorism Prevention Bills
The Senate has received the Money Laundering Bill and Terrorism Prevention Bill transmitted by President Muhammadu Buhari for consideration and passage. The bills were accompanied by […]
Cancer: Nigerians face challenges of prevention, treatment, care – NMA President
The President of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) Prof. Innocent Ujah, says cancer is a great burden to the Nigerian population, especially medical practitioners, because […]
Hijab Day: Group urges NASS to pass religious discrimination prohibition prevention bill
Coalition of Nigerian Muslim Women has urged the National Assembly to ensure speedy passage of the Religious Discrimination Prohibition Prevention Bill, 2021 to protect the […]
Yuletide: Enugu CP assures of adequate crime prevention measures
The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Police Command, Mr Lawal Abubakar, has assured residents of the state of adequate crime prevention measures before, during and […]
Utomi, others task NIOB on building collapse prevention, affordable housing
Prof. Pat Utomi, founder, Centre for Values in Leadership on Friday advised the Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB) to confront construction industry corruption and dearth […]
UNODC partners Nigeria for HIV prevention, treatment, referral in custodial centre
By Rosemary Ogbonnaya In carryout its mandate, the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime,UNODC has said it is supporting government’s efforts towards achieving universal […]
World Pneumonia Day: NGO tasks mothers on regular screening, prevention
An NGO, Save-D-Future Foundation, on Friday called on mothers to regularly take their children for screening and ensure preventive measures against pneumonia. The NGO’s Coordinator, […]
Yahoo Boy’ Bags Two-Year Jail Term in Benin
The Benin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, today November 3, 2021 secured the conviction of one Balogun Mayowa (aka James) […]
Micronutrient powder initiative, a new era of preventing malnutrition in Kaduna state – UNICEF
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says the introduction of Micronutrient Powder (MNP) complementary home-based food fortification programme in Kaduna State signifies a new era […]
COVID-19: NCDC reports 376 new infections in Nigeria
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), hasreported 376 new infections and 35 additional deaths as at Saturday, from the coronavirus pandemic in the country. […]
Kaduna State Govt. treats 12,251 malnourished children Official
The Kaduna State Government says it has treated no fewer than 12,251 malnourished children between January and August 2021. The State Nutrition Officer, Mrs Ramatu […]
Court Jails Two Internet Fraudsters in Benin City
Two internet fraudsters, Igboin Alex and Osagie Pius Ekiende , have been convicted by Justice S. M. Shuaibu of the Federal High Court sitting in Benin […]
Enugu govt. says malaria vaccine will reduce disease burden
The Enugu State Government says the new malaria vaccine will reduce disease burden among Nigerian children. Dr George Ugwu, Executive Secretary of Primary Health Care […]
UN disarmament chief urges member states to enforce arms embargoes
UN High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, Izumi Nakamitsu, has urged Member States to redouble efforts and enforce arms embargoes, saying the level of violations “remain […]
Alleged internet Fraud: Court further adjourns trial of Naira Marley
A Federal High Court in Lagos on Tuesday, further adjourned the trial of popular Nigerian singer Azeez Fashola, alias Naira Marley for alleged internet fraud. […]
Court Convicts Two Fraudsters in Abeokuta
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court sitting in Abeokuta, on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 convicted Alade Oluwasegun Kolawole and Tosin Kunle Kehinde on separate one count charge of fraudulent […]
I-G approves police candidate for labour ministry’s agency
Inspector-General of Police, Mr Usman Alkali, has approved the nomination of CSP Ebere Amaraizu as member representing Nigeria Police on the board of the National […]
We’ll protect firemen, assets — FG
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to protect fire fighters and their equipment from physical attacks while responding to emergencies and disasters. Sola Fasure, […]
EFCC Secures Three Internet Fraud Convictions in Ibadan
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ibadan Zonal Command on Friday, September 24, 2021 secured the conviction of three internet fraudsters: Sodiq Oluasegun Adefila, Anifowoshe Babamide and […]
In Ilorin, Businessman Docked for Fraud, Gets Stringent Bail Term
The Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, September 23, 2021 arraigned a prominent Ilorin-based businessman based, Chukwudubem Ezenwa, […]
We’ll open up maritime sector to huge investment opportunities – Amaechi
The Minister of Transportation, Mr Chibuike Amaechi, has said that the maritime sector was being opened up for great investment opportunities given the ongoing removal […]
Nasarawa: ActionAid Nigeria organises youth peace camp to check violence extremism
ActionAid Nigeria, an NGO, on Monday began a 5-day Youth Peace Camp in Nasarawa State to stem the tide of violent extremism. The youth peace […]
WAMELA condemns military coup in Guinea
By Chimezie Godfrey The West Africa Media Lawyers (WAMELA) has joined the rest of the world to condemn the military coup in Guinea. In a […]
China sees good autumn grain production despite disasters: official
China continued to see sound fundamentals to reap a bumper autumn grain harvest this year, in spite of severe disasters triggered by extreme weather in […]