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RIVERS GOVERNMENT ARRESTS FOUR SUSPECTS, SEALS EIGHT HEALTH FACILITIES OVER MEDICAL QUACKERY

The Rivers State Ministry of Health has arrested four suspects and sealed eight illegal health facilities across the state over alleged medical quackery, impersonation, and operating without official regulatory registration. The enforcement operation, carried out under the state's ongoing anti-quackery crackdown, follows the recent closure of 21 unregistered medical facilities across various local government areas. ILLEGAL SURGERY INTERCEPTED IN RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT During the inspection exercise, taskforce operatives uncovered an unregistered […]

todayOctober 15, 2026

News

ISWAP TERRORISTS ATTACK MILITARY BASE IN BORNO, LEAVING SOLDIERS AND MILITIA MEMBERS DEAD

At least 10 Nigerian soldiers, five civilians, and a forest guard have been killed after armed militants launched a coordinated assault and overran a military base in Borno State. The attack targeted a military position in the Guzamala Local Government Area. Security and local sources confirmed that the insurgents overwhelmed the facility overnight, setting fire to military equipment and seizing assets before security forces could stabilize the area. HEAVY CASUALTIES […]

todayOctober 15, 2026

National

SENATE DEMANDS URGENT RELIEF FOR EROSION AND FLOOD-RAVAGED COMMUNITIES IN ANAMBRA, EBONYI, AND IMO

The Nigerian Senate has called on the Federal Government to deploy immediate emergency interventions across flood- and gully erosion-ravaged communities in Anambra, Ebonyi, and Imo states following widespread destruction, loss of lives, and displacement of residents. The directive follows motions raised on the floor of the Upper Chamber highlighting severe environmental damage that has swept through several South-East communities, cutting off critical interstate roads and destroying farmlands. LEGISLATIVE DIRECTIVES AND […]

todayOctober 15, 2026

News

NDC ACCUSES INEC OF PLOTTING TO RIG 2027 ELECTIONS WITH ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has levelled severe accusations against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), claiming the electoral body intends to manipulate the 2027 general elections using Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to benefit the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The opposition party’s reaction follows recent statements by newly appointed INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, who announced plans to integrate AI frameworks to streamline logistics, detect anomalies, and enhance electoral […]

todayOctober 15, 2026

Crime

NSCDC ARRESTS 39-YEAR-OLD MAN FOR VANDALIZING IHS-MTN TELECOM MAST IN ANAMBRA

Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Anambra State Command, have arrested a 39-year-old man, Anuba Chisom, for the alleged vandalism of a telecommunications mast. The suspect was apprehended around 4:00 AM during a routine patrol operation by the command's anti-vandal squad at Okpuno, close to the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University/UNIZIK Temporary Site in Awka. VANDALISED CABLES AND COMPONENTS RECOVERED AT SCENE According to the statement issued […]

todayOctober 15, 2026

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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT APPROVES NEW EASTERN AND WESTERN POWER GRIDS TO END FREQUENT NATIONAL GRID COLLAPSES

The Federal Government has approved comprehensive plans to construct new Eastern and Western electricity grids to put a permanent end to the country's recurring national power grid collapses. The announcement was made by the Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, who highlighted that the government is restructuring Nigeria into three distinct energy transmission corridors to improve operational stability and power distribution efficiency. DECENTRALIZATION AND REPLACEMENT OF AGEING INFRASTRUCTURE The ministry revealed […]

todayOctober 15, 2026

News

LAGOS GOVERNMENT BEGINS CONTROLLED DEMOLITION OF DISTRESSED 25-STOREY GNI HOUSE ON LAGOS ISLAND

The Lagos State Government has commenced the controlled demolition of the structurally compromised 25-storey Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) House located on Martins Street, Lagos Island. The action follows comprehensive structural assessments conducted by emergency management authorities, which confirmed that the building poses a severe threat to public safety due to extensive structural degradation caused by past infernos. SAFETY MEASURES AND TRAFFIC DIVERSIONS The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Emergency […]

todayOctober 15, 2026

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PRESIDENT TINUBU INAUGURATES APC PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN COUNCIL IN ABUJA

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially inaugurated the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja. Speaking at the high-profile ceremony, President Tinubu called on party leaders, governors, and members to unite and mobilize voters across the grassroots to secure victory in the upcoming 2027 presidential election. GOVERNANCE WILL NOT TAKE A BACK SEAT Addressing council members, President Tinubu underscored that while […]

todayOctober 15, 2026

News

GOVERNOR PETER MBAH BREAKS SILENCE ON ENUGU POLITICAL VIOLENCE, ORDERS SWIFT PROBE

Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has broken his silence following recent acts of political violence in the state, addressing residents in a direct message regarding the violent disruption and shooting at a recent political gathering. Reacting to allegations of state government involvement and rising public anxiety, Governor Mbah emphasized that protecting lives, maintaining security, and upholding the rule of law remain the core duties of his administration. Expressing personal […]

todayOctober 15, 2026

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