Asset verification: Okpebholo probes local govt accounts
Governor Monday Okpebholo’s determination at asset verification in Edo State has assumed a new dimension. After recovering some state-owned vehicles, the focus in now on local government accounts. In an…
‘EFCC is afraid of big thieves’
Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of being “afraid of big thieves.” His claim follows the EFCC’s seizure of a massive estate…
Police uncover gun factory, make major arrests
Authorities assure citizens of optimum security as the police uncover gun factory in Akwa Ibom. This even as the festive season approaches. The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has made…
Oshiomhole causes ripples with his ‘774 thieves’ comment
Adams Oshiomhole causes ripples by suggesting that is is better to have more thieves than allow one man steal. While the comment was meant to support decentralisation and local government…
Nigerians tackle pastor for pushing economic problems to God
Nigerians tackle Pastor Olukoya for urging divine intervention for Nigeria’s economic problems. They argue that the said issues require good leadership and not spiritual solutions. Pastor Daniel Olukoya, the General…
Elton John goes blind: Music legend faces eye trouble
Music legend, Elton John goes blind, throwing the entertainment world into gloom. The 77-year-old has tried to make light of the revelation, making fans to declare even more loyalty. Elton…
Prostitutes and pornographers get maternity leaves, pensions
Prostitutes and pornographers are among those to enjoy maternity leaves and pensions henceforth in Belgium. They can now enjoy government supports, too. In a landmark decision, the country has granted…
Pastor disarms burglar with axe inside church
Pastor disarms a burglar as he tries to steal from the church wielding an axe. The thief met what he never bargained for, when he encountered the martial arts skilled…
‘I didn’t know Gowon saved me from Abacha’
Should former President Olusegun Obasanjo write a new book, it probably will be entitled: “How Gowon saved me from Abacha.” Obasanjo is full of gratitude to his former boss, General…
Ride-hailing in Uyo: A growing need as Christmas approaches
With the challenging economic situation in Nigeria making transportation more difficult, many residents and tourists in Uyo are turning to ride-hailing services. But they seek a secure and reliable option……