In a disturbing development from Delta State, police authorities have apprehended two farm workers in connection with the murder of their manager at a fish pond facility in Akwukwu-Igbo. The Delta State Police Command confirmed yesterday that David Tacho and Daniel Orshio have been arrested for allegedly conspiring to kill Chigozie Udalor, who managed the
Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) General Manager Oluwadamilola Emmanuel has called for the introduction of hybrid boat engines to revolutionize waterways transportation in Lagos. During a recent interview with The PUNCH, Emmanuel emphasized that moving away from traditional fossil fuel engines is “very, very clear” as the necessary direction for the sector’s future. He identified
India’s parliament has passed a contentious bill to reform the management of Waqf boards, powerful Muslim land-owning organizations that control properties gifted through charitable endowments. The legislation, passed by the lower house after an extended debate that continued into early Thursday morning, is expected to be approved by the upper house later today. The bill
The Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has a new Secretary, Mr. AbdulHakeem Ajomagberin, who resumed office on Wednesday. He was warmly welcomed by the heads of departments, units, and other staff members. Ajomagberin is committed to making the Board a model of service delivery, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and staff support. His primary
President Bola Tinubu and former President Muhammadu Buhari have expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Alhaji Abbas Sanusi, the Galadiman Kano and a revered figure in the Kano Emirate Council. Alhaji Sanusi, who held the esteemed title since 1959, passed away at the age of 92 after a prolonged illness. He is survived by
As part of activities marking the 2025 National Police Day, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has instructed all state commands to organize free medical outreaches, distribute palliatives, and conduct humanitarian programs across the country. Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, made this known in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja, noting
In response to the severe traffic congestion that crippled the Ikoyi axis of Lagos, the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has ordered the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge on Victoria Island. The directive was issued on Wednesday after commuters were left stranded due to the closure of the critical bridge, which has been undergoing
Brigadier-General Maharazu Tsiga (retd.) has finally been released after enduring 56 days in the hands of kidnappers, bringing an end to a prolonged ordeal that began on February 5, 2025.The former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps was abducted from his hometown in Bakori Local Government Area of Katsina State alongside nine other residents
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has called on Course 7 Cadet Assistant Superintendents of Police from the state to become exemplary officers and positive change agents within the Nigerian Police Force. The Governor made this appeal on Wednesday while hosting 39 Cadets at the Governor’s Office in Ibadan, the state capital. During the meeting,
In a significant development, the Ogun State Police Command has launched extensive security operations around the Sagamu Interchange on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway following numerous reports of armed robbery attacks and killings in the vicinity. The Police Public Relations Officer, Ms. Omolola Odutola, revealed in a statement issued in Abeokuta yesterday that law enforcement officers conducted
