Another boat tragedy hits Sokoto, many feared dead

Another boat tragedy hits Sokoto, many feared dead

A boat accident in Shagari Local Government Area of Sokoto State on Thursday evening has left several passengers dead, throwing communities into mourning. This is the third boat mishap in the state within just one month, raising fresh concerns over safety on waterways. Confirming the incident, Aminu Liman Bodinga, Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu […] Another boat tragedy hits Sokoto, many feared dead

I am open to talks – Kwankwaso drops hints ahead of 2027

I am open to talks – Kwankwaso drops hints ahead of 2027

The National Leader of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has said the party is ready to engage in discussions with other political groups, individuals, or coalitions as Nigeria moves toward the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Thursday at the NNPP’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja, the former Kano […] I am open to talks – Kwankwaso drops hints ahead of 2027

Japan Agency Rating Reinforces Afreximbank’s Credibility, Says Denya

Japan Agency Rating Reinforces Afreximbank’s Credibility, Says Denya

African Export-Import Bank’s (Afreximbank) Senior Executive Vice President, Denys Denya, has said that the recent affirmation of the continental bank’s A-issuer credit rating by Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) reinforced its credibility in global markets and importance to Africa. JCR recently affirmed the Bank’s rating with a stable outlook and noted the Bank’s important role […]

Pastor remanded for allegedly raping daughter for four years

Pastor remanded for allegedly raping daughter for four years

A Magistrate Court sitting in Akure, the Ondo State capital, has remanded a 42-year-old pastor, Samson Ajayi, in a correctional centre for allegedly raping his 17-year-old biological daughter. Ajayi, a father of five, was remanded in Olokuta Correctional Centre following his arraignment in court on two counts of rape and defilement. The defendant was arrested […] Pastor remanded for allegedly raping daughter for four years

Guard killed as gunmen Attack bizman in Kwara

Guard killed as gunmen Attack bizman in Kwara

Gunmen struck along the Rore-Arandun highway in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing two people. The hoodlums first targeted the residence of a businessman, Mr Oyetoyan Dare, in the early hours of Friday. His private security guard, Mr Wale Ajiboye, 40, was reportedly shot dead while trying to resist their attempt to gain […]