Author: Ayobami Ogungbemi

The Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwakuche, has ordered all Zonal Coordinators, State Controllers, and training heads to immediately secure correctional facilities nationwide or face strict consequences. This directive came during an emergency virtual strategy meeting held Tuesday to reinforce prison security ahead of upcoming festivities. Nwakuche, through NCoS spokesperson Umar Abubakar, emphasized zero tolerance for negligence, warning, “This is not just about concrete walls and iron bars—it’s about trust, duty, and national safety.” Key Measures Announced: The CGC also stressed internal accountability, stating that any officer linked to breaches will face serious penalties. Recent Jailbreaks Underscore Need for Action…

The lawmaker representing Iwajowa in the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Ogunsola Anthony, has urged Governor Seyi Makinde to prioritize road rehabilitation in the Kajola-Iwajowa axis of the state. Speaking at a PDP stakeholders’ meeting in Iganna, Ogunsola highlighted the poor condition of the Okeho-Ilero-Iganna-Iwere Ile road and called for the completion of the Ijio-Ayegun Wasinmi border road, linking Oyo State to the Benin Republic. “These roads are vital for trade, agriculture, and access to services. Their poor state hampers economic growth and endangers residents,” he said. He commended Governor Makinde for six years of infrastructural development in Oyo…

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has intensified flood awareness and emergency preparedness campaigns in 15 high-risk Nigerian states, including Kogi, Imo, Enugu, Adamawa, Taraba, Borno, Zamfara, Katsina, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). This follows the tragic flooding in Mokwa, Niger State, which claimed over 200 lives and left hundreds missing. NEMA’s Head of Press, Manzo Ezekiel, emphasized that many victims lived in flood-prone gullies and were caught off guard despite official warnings. Mokwa, a commercial hub, has faced repeated flooding, exacerbated by heavy rains forecasted by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency during the April to October rainy season. Niger…

uspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central Senatorial District, is set to appear before the Federal Capital Territory High Court on Tuesday following a court summons. The development was confirmed by her lead counsel, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) West Idahosa, on Sunday. Federal Government Files Defamation Charges Against Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan The Federal Government, through the Director of Public Prosecutions, Mohammed Abubakar, has filed criminal defamation charges against Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan. The charges stem from statements allegedly made during a live broadcast on Politics Today aired by Channels Television on April 3, 2025, and in a private phone call on…

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has issued a strong call to shift Nigeria’s healthcare focus from curative treatment to preventive healthcare and traditional wellness practices. Speaking at the launch of The EverHale Living Company and its inaugural Wellness Expo in Lagos, Obasanjo emphasized that wellness is a responsibility, not a luxury, urging Nigerians to take proactive steps in managing their health. Obasanjo Advocates Preventive Healthcare and Traditional Medicine Drawing from his personal experience of managing diabetes for over 40 years through indigenous African practices, Obasanjo stressed the urgent need for Nigeria’s healthcare system to prioritize prevention over cure. “You can…

Suspect Flees After Checking Into Hotel with Victim The Bayelsa State Police Command is actively pursuing a suspected internet fraudster—commonly known as a Yahoo boy—after a young woman was found dead in a hotel room in Igbogene, Yenagoa. Sources confirm that the victim checked into the hotel on Saturday, June 1, 2025, with the suspect. Shortly after they entered the room, the man left the hotel alone, leaving the woman behind. Hotel Manager Discovers Body, Alerts Police When staff noticed the man had left without the woman, the hotel manager went to check the room and found the woman unresponsive.…

The international friendly between Nigeria’s Super Falcons and Cameroon’s Indomitable Lionesses will take place on Tuesday, June 3. The match will be held at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) rejected a proposal to move the game to Monday, June 2. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and Cameroonian Football Federation had requested the change. However, CAF insisted the original date remains. The game was initially set for Tuesday, June 3. It was briefly rescheduled to Monday after the first leg, planned for May 31, was canceled. The cancellation happened due to the late…

A speeding DYNA truck collided with a commercial tricycle on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, along Mbiabong Road, near the Itu-Calabar Road in Akwa Ibom State, killing six people, including three men, one woman, and two children. Truck Driver Flees Scene After Causing Fatal Crash The truck, which had no visible license plate, rammed into the tricycle with registration number DUU407WZ. Witnesses said the truck driver fled immediately after the crash, leaving the victims behind before officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) arrived. FRSC Confirms Tragic Incident and Responds Quickly The FRSC Sector Commander in Akwa Ibom, Assistant Corps…

The Federal Government plans to install 7,000 network towers to expand digital access to underserved rural communities. This initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and foster inclusive development across Nigeria. Focus on Rural and Northern Communities Minister of Communications, Dr. Bosun Tijani, revealed that about 20 million Nigerians, mostly in northern rural areas, currently lack network access. President Bola Tinubu has directed the ministry to prioritize these communities to ensure equal digital opportunities nationwide. Pilot Project in Ibwa 2 Community The pilot project, launched in Ibwa 2, Gwagwalada (FCT), will provide digital hospitals and schools benefiting over 12,000 residents.…

Glovo, a leading technology-driven multi-category platform, has powered Nigerian businesses with over ₦71 billion in revenue since launching operations in 2021. Mrs. Lamide Akinola, General Manager of Glovo Nigeria, shared this achievement at the 2025 Future of Commerce Summit held in Lagos. The summit brought together innovators, industry leaders, fintech pioneers, digital marketers, policymakers, and investors to explore the rapidly evolving commerce landscape in Nigeria. Glovo Strengthens Africa’s Delivery Ecosystem Since entering the African market in 2017, Glovo has channeled over €200 million into building and scaling its delivery ecosystem across the continent. In Nigeria alone, the platform now supports…