Major Drug Bust in Bellport Seizes Enough Fentanyl to ‘Kill Everyone on Long Island,’ Authorities Say
Suffolk County officials have revealed that a significant drug trafficking bust in Bellport uncovered enough fentanyl to “kill everyone on Long Island.” The operation led to the arrest and indictment of 43-year-old Remon Gibson, after authorities seized 33 pounds of narcotics from his Sunburst Lane home on September 25, including 15 pounds of fentanyl and […]
VP Shettima Inaugurates National Road Safety Council, Sets Targets for Improvements
Vice President Kashim Shettima has inaugurated the National Road Safety Advisory Council (NaRSAC) with a mandate to adopt global best practices to reduce traffic accidents and enhance road safety in Nigeria. Speaking at the ceremony held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Friday, Shettima emphasized the crucial role of road safety in connecting citizens […]
Federal Government Declares September 16 as National Enlightenment Day
The Federal Government has officially designated September 16 as National Enlightenment Day, a yearly event aimed at promoting Nigeria’s national symbols and values. The announcement was made by Kano State Director of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Rabiu Ado, during a press conference on Thursday. Ado highlighted that the initiative, approved by the Federal Executive […]
Military Warns Asari Dokubo, Urges Caution Over Provocative Remarks
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has issued a stern warning to former militant leader Asari Dokubo, advising him to temper his provocative statements or be prepared to face the full force of the Nigerian military. During a media briefing in Abuja, Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, challenged Dokubo to “enter the battlefield” […]
Court Sets November 1 for Ruling on Final Forfeiture of Emefiele’s Assets
The Federal High Court in Lagos has scheduled November 1, 2024, to rule on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) application for the final forfeiture of $2.045 million, seven luxury properties, and shares linked to former Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele. The court will also consider Emefiele’s request to stay the proceedings, pending an […]
Peter Obi Calls on FG to Reverse Fuel Price Hike, Slams Policy as “Insensitive”
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has condemned the recent increase in fuel prices and called on the Federal Government to reverse the hike. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) raised the price of petrol from ₦897 to ₦1,030 per litre, marking the second increase within a month. In […]
Sen. Ndume Calls on President Tinubu to Address Rising Fuel and Food Prices
Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has raised concerns about the growing hardship faced by Nigerians due to escalating fuel and food prices. In a statement from Abuja, Ndume called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to swiftly address the issue, attributing the worsening situation to harmful economic policies influenced by misguided advisers. Ndume emphasized […]
One Dead, 23 Rescued After Lift Malfunction at Colorado Gold Mine
A tragic incident occurred at the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine in Cripple Creek, Colorado, on Thursday when a lift malfunctioned, leaving one person dead and 23 others stranded. Two groups of 12 people were on a tour of the disused gold mine, a popular tourist attraction, when the mechanical failure occurred, trapping one group underground […]
Ethel Kennedy, Matriarch of the Kennedy Political Dynasty and Advocate for Civil Rights, Dies at 96
Ethel Kennedy, the iconic matriarch of the Kennedy political dynasty who dedicated her life to civil rights and social justice following the assassination of her husband, Robert F. Kennedy, has passed away at the age of 96. Her grandson, former Rep. Joe Kennedy III, announced the news on Thursday, saying, “It is with hearts full […]
Hurricane Milton Claims 16 Lives Across Florida, Triggers Record Tornadoes and Devastation
Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm, has claimed at least 16 lives as it swept across Florida’s west coast, bringing tornadoes, strong winds, and severe flooding. The storm struck just two weeks after Hurricane Helene, forcing millions to evacuate and causing widespread destruction, with some areas buried under sand. Six deaths occurred in St. Lucie […]
