May 2025 – Page 231 – Rise Africa

Tech Plays Vital Role In Fighting Cybercrime, Sexual Violence — Lagos CP

04.05.2025

The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, has reaffirmed the State Command’s commitment to leveraging technology in crime prevention and prosecution, particularly cybercrime and sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV). CP Jimoh who spoke in an interview on Sunday, highlighted how technological tools are playing a pivotal role in ensuring faster investigations, efficient arrests,...

Ann Njemanze’s Trademark Ownership Challenge ‘Dead On Arrival’ – Zeb Ejiro’s Lawyer

04.05.2025

Filmmaker Zeb Ejiro has responded to a lawsuit filed by actress Ann Njemanze at the Federal High Court in Abuja, challenging the decision of the Federal Trade Marks Registry to revoke her ownership of the ‘Domitilla’ trademark. It reported that Ms Njemanze is seeking an order to set aside the judgment of the Trade Marks...

Zamfara APC, Suspended Lawmakers Reject Arrest Order

04.05.2025

The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly condemned the arrest order issued by Chief Magistrate I, Halima Jaafar Mikaila, against nine suspended members of the State House of Assembly, describing the move as an abuse of judicial processes and a politically motivated attack on constitutionally elected lawmakers. This was contained...

Early Exposure To Worship Ignited My Passion For Gospel Music -Abbadsinger

04.05.2025

Fast-rising gospel artiste Utubu Abba David popularly known as Abbadsinger has credited his early exposure to praise and worship sessions as the foundation for his passion for gospel music.In an interview with LEADERSHIP Sunday, the singer recounted how being immersed in church activities stirred his love for worship and shaped his path in gospel music....

LASTMA Warns Commuters Against Unlawful Highways Crossing

04.05.2025

Following a road incident that killed a pedestrian along the Ojota Expressway, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on Sunday issued a stern warning against unlawfully crossing highways. The agency’s Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment, Adebayo Taofiq, said the victim was hit by a lorry while attempting to cross the busy Ojota main...

Burna Boy Drops ‘Sweet Love’ In Anticipation Of 8th Studio Album

04.05.2025

Grammy Award-winning global icon Burna Boy ushers in his highly anticipated eighth studio album No Sign of Weakness with today’s release of the seductive new single, “Sweet Love”, available everywhere now with it’s music video to drop later today. Produced by Major Seven (Future, Rihanna), the romantic, reggae-leaning track showcases Burna’s unmistakable vocal charisma and...

Kebbi Police Detain Three Officers Over Suspect’s Death In Custody

04.05.2025

The Kebbi State Police Command on Saturday arrested and detained three police officers in connection with the alleged murder of a theft suspect who died in custody. According to an official statement released by the Command’s spokesperson, CSP Nafi’u Abubakar, the incident followed a report of stolen trailer truck rims filed at the Divisional Police...

I’m Worth About 2 Billion Dollars,Says Terry Waya

04.05.2025

Terry Waya, flamboyant businessman and father of reality TV star, Kiddwaya, has revealed his net worth.According to the Benue-bron billionaire, he is worth about 2 billion dollars. He disclosed this in an interview with Romanian media personality, Oana Irimia.Irimia asked: “What is your net worth as of today?” Waya replied: “Maybe about 2.2 billion dollars.”...

11 Local Vigilantes Killed, Others Missing In Sokoto

04.05.2025

A deadly gun battle between local vigilantes and suspected Lakurawa bandits in Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State has claimed the lives of 11 vigilantes, with several others still missing. The clash, which began on Friday, initially resulted in two fatalities. However, the death toll rose after nine additional bodies were recovered. Several more...

Gerda Henkel Stiftung Rekindles Life In Kofyar Hill With Rainwater Harvesting Project

04.05.2025

In the high folds of the Meryang Mountains, where ancient stone walls whisper of centuries past, lies Kofyar Hill Settlement — a remote and resilient community perched on the southern edge of Jos, Plateau State. For generations, life on this storied hill has meant survival against the odds, a determined existence shaped by terrain, tradition,...