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By Sylvia Udegbunam, Enugu Enugu State Ministry of Justice organized a one-day capacity-building workshop for its law officers, aimed at enhancing legal efficiency and strengthening justice delivery across the state. The workshop, held in partnership with Nigerian Bar Association Institute of Continuing Legal Education (NBA-ICLE), was described as impactful by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Barr. Ikechukwu Ezenwukwa. Also serving as the Solicitor-General, Ezenwukwa emphasized that the training would help law officers update their legal knowledge, sharpen their skills, and reinforce their commitment to ethical service delivery. In his remarks, Ezenwukwa explained that the workshop offered a valuable platform…

By Sam Tyav, Makurdi A multiple auto crash involving a MAN diesel truck with registration number Taraba ARD 967XA and other vehicles claimed nine lives with others sustaining several degrees of injury on the Katsina Ala highway in Benue State. The accident occured when members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Katsina-Ala branch, allegedly blocked the highway, causing severe gridlock that triggered the fatal crash. A statement by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, Deputy Superintendent (DSP) Udeme Edet disclosed that "the victims were rushed to Toro Hospital Katsina-Ala for treatment, while deceased bodies…

*Cites Need To Renew Hope, Protect Native Communities Original inhabitants of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), under the aegis of Abuja Original Inhabitants Youth Empowerment Organization (AOIYEO), have appealed to FCT Minister, Barrister Nyesom Wike, to intervene in persistent land and demolition issues affecting indigenous communities in the nation's capital. In a statement issued by the group, weekend, the FCT natives praised Minister Wike for his commitment to transforming Abuja through infrastructure expansion and urban development initiatives. But they noted that while these efforts are commendable, they have also intensified concerns among indigenous communities whose ancestral lands continue to be threatened…

By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Enugu State Government and the European Union (EU) have committed to strengthening their partnerships across various economic sectors. This was made known during a courtesy visit to the State governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, by a delegation of the EU at Government House, Enugu, weekend. The delegation, led by the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Mr. Gautier Mignot, also comprised the Ambassador of Belgium to Nigeria, Mr. Pieter Leenknegt, and his Portuguese counterpart, Mr. Paulos Martins dos Santos, among other senior diplomats. Mignot said EU was eager to strengthen…

*'Govt Pays Criminals, Then Denies' *You Can Rally International Community To Help As Govt Has Failed To Protect You, He Charges Nigerians *Amidst Killings, Govt Seems Incapable Of Protecting Us, He Adds By our reporter Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has opened a window of suspicion into the criminality fightback operational dynamics of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration, saying rather than "take out" murderous terrorists ravaging the land, it prefers to negotiate with them. Also, he urged Nigerians to understand that they are at liberty to seek help from outside the country when they feel they are not being secured…

By Sam Tyav, Makurdi The Benue State Police Command yesterday commemorated 70 years of women in the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). The occasion was celebrated in all Police Commands nationwide. The event was to celebrate courage, service, and the evolving contributions of female officers to national security. A statement by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the State Command, Deputy Superintendent (DSP) Udeme Edet, disclosed that the three day-long event "showcased a rich blend of engagements designed to honor the legacy of women who paved the way in the Force, highlight the achievements of present-day female officers, and inspire…

By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan A governorship aspirant, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, who had, on Tuesday, formally declared intention to contest the 2027 Oyo State governorship election on the ticket of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at the party’s state secretariat in Molete, on Thursday paid a courtesy visit to the 10th Oyo State House of Assembly, where he also sought the lawmakers’ support for his ambition. Ambassador Oguntoyinbo, widely known for humanitarian advocacy and youth development initiatives, received notable attention at the Assembly, as legislators, political leaders, and party faithful gathered to listen to his vision for the future…

"I also believe that this judgment will serve as a deterrent to youths who believe that short cut in life is the only means to get rich as quickly as possible." These were words of caution and conviction by prosecuting counsel, Charles Obadiah-Mbaba, today after a Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt convicted and sentenced a 400-level Petrochemical Engineering student of University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT), Damian Okoligwe, to death by hanging for killing his girlfriend, Justina Otuene, a 300-level Biochemistry student of the same institution. Obadiah-Mbaba said Okoligwe murdered the girl with ritual intentions in a bid…

By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan Oyo State government has directed traders, artisans, motor dealers, and vendors occupying pedestrian walkways and roadside spaces to vacate the areas or face penalties. The warning was issued by the State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) Chairman, Major Adesagba Adekoya (rtd), at his office, secretariat, Ibadan. Adekoya stated that using walkways for business was illegal and created traffic bottlenecks, accidents, and inconvenience for shoppers. He identified hot-spot locations where illegal trading was prevalent, including University of Ibadan (UI) area, Samonda, Mokola, and others. He said: "Traders are required to relocate to designated market spaces immediately, especially…

Fresh tragedy has befallen Kebbi State, North-West Nigeria, as three officers of Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) were murdered on Thursday night by gunmen suspected to be members of the Lakurawa terrorist group. The armed men had attacked a checkpoint manned by the officers in Bakin Ruwa community, Bagudu Local Government Area (LGA) of the State. Not done with the murders, the assailants also burnt down a patrol vehicle and destroyed the shelter area at the checkpoint. The incident came to light in a post shared today by security analyst Bakatsine on X. Bakatsine further shared a video showing the aftermath…