Taofik Bankole

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Many dead as gunman shoots up synagogue in Pittsburgh

Several worshippers were killed after a gunman shot up the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, United States.

WATCH: El-Rufai supervises curfew compliance in Kaduna

Governor El-Rufai personally went round on Friday evening to ensure residents complied with the 24-hr curfew.

Maj.-Gen. Alkali’s killers buried his body in a shallow grave – Army

The grave where missing Army Major-General, Muhammed Alkali (rtd) was buried by his killers has been discovered by the military.

Minimum Wage: FG to reach agreement Monday – Ngige

Chris Ngige has said the Federal Government would come up with a decision on the new minimum wage next week.

Kaduna Crisis: Govt announces new 24-hr curfew after death of monarch

The commencement of another 24-hour curfew has been announced in Kaduna State, following the killing of a monarch.

“Ambode, you have failed us” – Frustrated residents lament traffic congestion caused by trucks

The traffic congestion on Lagos roads due to indiscriminate parking of articulated vehicles continue to frustrate residents.

FRSC threatens to impose N5,000 fine on passengers littering roads

The FRSC has warned that it will begin to impose a fine of N5,000 on passengers who litter the roads while in vehicles.

5 youth corps members kidnapped on way to orientation camp regain freedom

Five youth corps members who were kidnapped on their way to orientation camps have been rescued in Imo State.

#JusticeForOchanya: Court remands lecturer who severally raped 13-year-old in Benue

Andrew Ogbuja has been remanded in prison over the death of 13-year-old Elizabeth Ochanya.

Protesters demand justice for 13-year-old raped to death by aunt’s husband, son in Benue

Ochanya Ogbanje died days ago from complications she allegedly suffered from several forceful penetrations by Andrew Ogbuja.

NLC threatens nationwide strike November 6

The NLC has threatened to shut down operations in the country over disagreements with the Federal Government.

Panic as explosive devices are delivered at Obama, Hillary Clinton’s office, home

Secret Service says the destructive devices were sent to Barack Obama’s office in Washington D.C. and Hillary Clinton’s New York home.

FEC approves N8.73trn budget proposal for 2019 fiscal year

A budget proposal of N8.73 trillion has been approved for 2019 fiscal year by the Federal Executive Council.

14 Nigerians face jail term for ‘marrying’ to secure permanent residency in U.S

Some desperate Nigerians have landed in serious trouble while attempting to secure permanent residency in the United States.

Overpopulation: FG only encouraging child spacing – Finance Minister

Zainab Ahmed has dismissed reports that the Federal Government would place a cap on the number of children women could have.

Family of five suffering from mental illness rescued in Cross River

Help has finally come the way of a family of five said to be suffering from mental illness in Ogoja, Cross River State.

Lecturer arrested for pestering married woman for sex to secure admission

Dr. Baire has been arrested over allegations that he demanded sex from a married woman to enable her gain admission.

“We are looking into the situation” – Yabatech lecturer on students’ protest

A former H.O.D has said the school’s authorities were looking into the students’ complaints.