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Lovers Fake Their Own Kidnap, Request Ransom From Relatives in Akwa Ibom
Two lovers, Imaobong Sampson, and her boyfriend, Beltus Ebong, are in the police net for faking their own kidnap in Mbierebe Obio village, Ibesikpo Asutan Area of Akwa Ibom state.
The suspects were arrested in their hideout by operatives of … Continue Reading
CBN Extends N273.34 Billion Credit Facility to Nigerian DisCos for Meter Acquisition and Distribution Enhancement
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has provided a substantial credit facility of N273.34 billion to eleven Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) in Nigeria.
This funding, outlined in a comprehensive report covering the period from 2015 to 2022, aims … Continue Reading
Islamic Development Bank Allocates $125 Million for Abia State Infrastructure Project
The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has earmarked $125 million to facilitate the Abia State Integrated Infrastructure Development Project. This strategic initiative, part of a broader $225 million funding approval, is set to propel new development ventures in Nigeria.
The decision … Continue Reading
Zimbabwe Faces Severe Food Crisis Amidst Drought
In a dire announcement, the Zimbabwean government has warned that approximately 2.7 million people are at risk of hunger this year due to heavy drought wreaking havoc on agricultural yields.
The effects are palpable in villages like Buhera, where residents … Continue Reading
Failed Suicide Bombing Attempt Foiled by Quick-Thinking Bystanders in Borno State
In a harrowing incident on Sunday, worshippers narrowly escaped tragedy when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) intended to target them detonated prematurely on a male suicide bomber in Borno State.
The failed attack occurred in Biu Local Government Area, leaving … Continue Reading
Soldiers Storm Bayelsa Community, Kill 11 in Search of Militant Leader Responsible for the Death of 16 Officers in Delta
Soldiers from the Nigerian military base have stormed Igbomotoru community in Southern Ijaw Local Government of Bayelsa state, killing 11 persons as the hunt for a certain militant leader identified as Amagbe, who is allegedly responsible for the killing of … Continue Reading
Borno state Governor Allocates N100M Grants to Residents
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has launched a comprehensive aid program aimed at providing essential support to vulnerable residents across several local government areas in the state. The initiative, … Continue Reading
Nigerian Wrestlers Aim for Olympic Qualification in Egypt
The Nigerian wrestlers have embarked on a journey to Alexandria, Egypt, where they will compete in the African Championships and Olympic qualifiers. Departing from Ghana, the team is brimming with … Continue Reading
Federal High Court Orders Binance to Provide Data on Nigerian Traders to EFCC
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has issued an interim order directing Binance Holdings Limited to furnish the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) with comprehensive data about individuals from Nigeria engaged in trading on its platform.
The order, … Continue Reading
Port harcourt refinery starts next two weeks – kyari
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd (NNPCL) has announced the receipt of 450,000 barrels of crude oil for processing at the Port Harcourt Refinery. The disclosure came during a session with the Senate Ad-hoc Committee on Investigation of Turn Around … Continue Reading