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52 online business owners under EFCC detention over frauds
No fewer than 52 online business owners have been arrested and detained by the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) for their alleged involvement in various computer-related frauds.
As gathered, the suspects, said to be…
NSCDC arrests 30yrs-old man after defiling 10 minors
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Sokoto State Command has arrested a 30-year-old serial rapist, identified as Hamza Yusuf, for allegedly sexually abusing minor girls in the State.
As gathered, the 30-year-old suspect…
Ondo Amotekun arrests four kidnappers, rescues three victims
The Ondo Security Network Agency, also known as, Amotekun Corps, has confirmed the arrest of a four-man kidnap syndicate in Akure, the state capital
Amotekun also said that while trailing the suspected killers, three kidnapped victims…
FG bans clubs, gyms, others, returns COVID-19 curfew
As part of measures aimed at halting spread of coronavirus, particularly projected pandemic's third wave, the Federal Government has reintroduced nationwide 12am to 4am curfew and also placed ban on activities in night clubs, gyms among…
Wike imposes curfew on Rivers after police officers’ murder
As part of measures aimed at stemming recurrent attacks on security formations in Rivers State, the State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has extended the night curfew across the 23 local government areas of the state from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m daily.…
Reps recommend NPA ex-boss probe over N165bn loot
Lawmakers at House of Representatives have urged Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to begin investigating N165 billion financial mismanagement levelled against suspended Managing Director of Nigerian Port Authority (NPA)…
FG declares Wednesday, Thursday public holidays for Eid celebration
The Federal Government has declared Wednesday and Thursday as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Fitr celebration.
The Eid celebrations, which mark the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, are expected to begin on Wednesday…
Hoodlums set INEC office ablaze in Abia
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office in Ohafia Local Government, Abia State has been allegedly set ablaze by hoodlums that stormed the premises.
During the attacks, furniture items, all electoral materials, and…
Buhari mandates strict safety regulations on waterway after Niger boat mishap
President Muhammadu Buhari has placed enforcement of waterways safety regulations as top priority for stakeholders in the nation's transportation sector, saying it was high time all options are explored in protecting operators and…
Saudi opens door for 2021 Hajj pilgrims, other visitors
Saudi Arabia Government has announced that plans have been concluded to open its doors and borders to 2021 intending Hajj pilgrims across the world, adding that, unlike last year restriction, the country would be allowing visitors into its…