Crime Facts

Pope Francis prays for victims of Plateau killings

  Pope Francis has said a prayer for Nigeria over the worsening insecurity in Plateau state. On Christmas Eve, over 150 persons were killed in attacks by gunmen on communities in Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi LGAs of the north-central state. The attacks, which snowballed into Christmas Day, left houses razed and properties looted across some 17 […]

7.5 earthquake hits Japan Monday

  A powerful 7.5 earthquake hit central Japan on Monday, the USGS said, prompting tsunami warnings and authorities to urge people in the area to move to higher ground. “All residents must evacuate immediately to higher ground,” national broadcaster NHK said after the quake hit the Noto region in Ishikawa prefecture around 4:10 pm (0710 […]

2024: Full Text Of President Tinubu’s New Year Broadcast

  President Bola Tinubu on Monday addressed the nation in a New Year broadcast, during which he defended his actions so far as President, explained steps taken to better the economy, outlined his ambition and plans for the country and called on Nigerians to play their part in the growth of the nation, among other […]