Taofik Bankole

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“Fleeing Boko Haram suspects now in Lagos, 4 arrested” – DSS reveals

The DSS says it has arrested at least four persons suspected to be members of the fleeing Boko Haram insurgents who have found their way into Lagos.

Child Abuse: Woman arrested for allegedly inserting broomstick into nephew’s private part

Bassey had allegedly inserted a stick of broom dipped in pepper into the boy’s private part after she pressured him into confessing he stole her N2,000.

Cross River: Woman makes history, welcomes 5 babies after 10 years of marriage

A married woman who has waited 10 long years to have her first child has made history by becoming the first in the history of Cross River to be delivered of five children at once.

National Assembly: Senate resumes plenary, announces removal of Ali Ndume as Senate leader

Senator Ali Ndume has been replaced, with immediate effect, with Senator Ahmed Lawan as Senate leader.

Benue: Victims of herdsmen attack take cooking pots, mats to House of Assembly in protest

The peaceful protesters have reportedly stormed the complex with their mats, cooking pots and other items while chanting songs and making their demand.

#DeadPose Gone Wrong: Teenage poser dies in South Africa as unsuspecting friends cheer on

Tshidi Ngwenya, said to be an enthusiastic dead poser, died in Pretoria after swallowing her tongue during one of her many poses while her friends cheered her on.

Makurdi: Unknown gunmen kill another FUAM professor

Unknown gunmen have reportedly killed Gabriel Okayi, a Professor of Aquatic Pollution in the Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture.

Tragic! 18-month-old pupil knocked to death by school bus

The driver of the Toyota Litace school bus belonging to Bessie International School, it was gathered, ran little Memunat Lamidi over while driving into the school compound.

Anambra: Pastor arrested for allegedly involving in car theft

A pastor, identified as Rev. Ugo Sam, has been apprehended by operatives of the Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad (FSARS) in Anambra for allegedly engaging in car theft.

Fuel Scarcity: Brace up Nigerians, NUPENG insists on January 11 warning strike

A potential fuel scarcity stares Nigerians in the face as NUPENG states its intention to push through with its intended warning strike on January 11.

India: Nigerian drug convict who orchestrated prison break to avoid deportation rearrested

Drug convict, John Okoro, who broke out of jail in India in a desperate bid to escape deportation to Nigeria has been re-arrested.

Ekiti: Fayose to the rescue as filling station goes up in flames

Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose was “man of the day” as he swung into action…

Anambra: Businessman goes blind after being flogged by masquerade

A businessman, identified as Ogechukwu Ogbogu, might never regain his sight after reportedly being flogged in his eyes by a masquerade.

Commendable! Nigerian Nursing student honoured as “Outstanding Islander” in Texas

Obiageli Omeke, honoured as an “Outstanding Islander” in Texas, reportedly becomes the first from her village to earn a bachelor’s degree from an American university.

“I hope I have made you proud” – Emotional Michelle Obama delivers final speech as FLOTUS

A visibly emotional Michelle choked back tears as she signed off, thanking Americans for the privilege she has had to serve as first lady.

Imo: 15 die as over-speeding driver crashes bus into tanker

The driver of the bus, which belonged to Goodness and Mercy Motors Limited, was said to be over-speeding as he made an attempt to overtake the tanker.

Rivers: Nigeria Police dismiss 6 officers for aiding Wike’s wishes during election rerun

Police spokesperson said the officers had been subjected to internal disciplinary measures and were only dismissed after being found culpable of compromise in the elections.

Aisha Buhari denies enjoying undue privileges from Nigerian Commission in UK

The report claims that every time Aisha visits the UK, the Nigerian High Commission in London spends no less than £7,000 (about N4.2million) for her hospitality.