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Police Arrest Six Armed Robbery Suspects In FCT Crackdown

In a swift operation based on credible intelligence, officers from the FCT Police Command apprehended six notorious armed robbery suspects at Utako divisional headquarters. The suspects, identified as Abubakar Adams, Ismail Salisu, Yusuf Bello, Nasiru Saidi, Sani Usman, and Ibrahim Kasa, were apprehended for their involvement in a series of robber

Military Successfully Neutralizes Bandits In Giwa LGA, Kaduna State

In a significant operation against banditry, military forces have successfully neutralized numerous bandits in Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The coordinated ground and air strikes, conducted by troops of Operation Whirl Punch, targeted a known meeting point near Bula community within the Yadi Forest.Samuel Aruwan, Commissioner for th
Delta State Police Arrest 28-Year-Old Suspected Cultist, Christian Bugwa; Recover Firearm

Officers from the Delta State Police Command’s Special Anti-Cult Unit (SACU) have apprehended Christian Bugwa, a 28-year-old suspected cultist, in a significant operation against cult activities in the region.The arrest took place on June 17, 2024, at approximately 9:00 PM in Nsukwa Community. During the arrest, police recovered a locally made s

Shock & Grief As Abuja Journalist, Joel Waksi Found Dead Days After He Was Declared Missing

The tragic discovery of Joel Waksi, an esteemed On-Air Personality (OAP) with Atar Communication's Liberty TV/Radio, has sent shockwaves through the media community in Abuja. Waksi, who went missing for five days, was found deceased near the Panteka neighborhood, his body bearing signs of a fatal neck wound.According to Balarabe Muhammad, Gro
Man, Yetunde Alao Faces Trial For Allegedly Stealing $5,006 Canadian Dollars In Lagos

Yetunde Alao, a 36-year-old man, has been brought before the Ejigbo Magistrates’ Court in Lagos for allegedly stealing $5,006 Canadian dollars (approximately N5.2 million) and other items.Alao, whose residential address was not disclosed, is facing charges of conspiracy and stealing, as presented by Police Prosecutor Benedict Aigbokhan. The pros

Police Chief Defies Governor Abba Yusuf's Order To Evict Deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero

Tensions rise in Kano State as Commissioner of Police, AIG Usaini Gumel, defies Governor Abba Yusuf's directive to evict the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, from the Nasarawa mini palace.Governor Yusuf, through State Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice, Haruna Dederi, issued the eviction order on Thursday night. However, Comm
Speeding Driver Hits FRSC Officer Along Osogbo/Gbongan Road; Flees

A Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) officer sustained injuries on Friday in a hit-and-run incident near the Osun Government Secretariat in Abere along the Osogbo/Gbongan Road. The officer, whose identity was not immediately disclosed, was struck by a speeding driver in a Lexus Jeep who refused to stop at a roadblock near the Osun Sector Headquarter

Nigeria Faces Cholera Vaccine Shortage As Outbreak Claims 40 Lives

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced a critical shortage of cholera vaccines as the death toll from the latest outbreak reaches 40. The NCDC Director General, Dr. Jide Idris, disclosed that the country is awaiting a new supply of vaccines from international donor agencies, though the delivery date remains uncertain.Dr. Idris
Nigerian Army Rescues Hostages In Borno State Operations

In a major victory against terrorism, Nigerian Army troops have rescued seven women and nine children from captivity in a series of coordinated counter-terrorism operations in Borno State. The operations, conducted in collaboration with the Vigilante and Hybrid Force, also resulted in the neutralization of several terrorists and the recovery of ar

Suspected Thief Electrocuted While Vandalizing Transformer In Otukpo, Benue State

A young man, yet to be identified, was electrocuted near the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) centre in Otukpo, Benue State, after attempting to vandalize a transformer. The incident occurred late on Friday when power was unexpectedly restored by the Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JEDC).According to reports, the man had succes
Turkiye v Portugal: EURO 2024 Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

Date: Saturday 22nd June, 2024 Time : 5:00 pm Stadium Signal Iduna Park Referee Felix Zwayer (Germany) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Turkiye [/size]Turkey became only the second team in European Championship history to name two teenagers (Guler and fellow 19-year-old Kenan Yildiz) in their starting lineup, and both players are set to co

Belgium v Romania: EURO 2024 Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

Date: Saturday 22nd June, 2024 Time : 8:00 pm Stadium RheinEnergieStadion Referee Szymon Marciniak (Poland) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Belgium [/size]While none of Belgium's starters or substitutes picked up any knocks against Slovakia, Thomas Meunier (thigh) was absent from the squad, while Axel Witsel (adductor) and Jan Verton
Tinubu's Government Puts Up Three Presidential Aircrafts For Sale

The federal government's decision to sell three ageing presidential jets is a strategic move aimed at reducing excessive spending on fleet maintenance. This step comes after a recommendation from the House of Representatives Committee on National Security and Intelligence to purchase two new aircraft for the president and vice president. The

Students & Staff Scampered For Safety As Robbers Invade Western Delta University

Robbers on Thursday afternoon invaded the Western Delta University, Oghara, in Delta State, disrupting activities as students, lecturers and staff scampered for safety.Investigation reveals that the criminals had exploited an unfenced perimeter close at the rear of the campus with the aim of robbing unsuspecting students.Sensing danger, stud
BREAKING: Cholera Spreads To Ogun As State Records First Death With 14 Cases

Cholera has claimed the life of a 62-year-old woman in Ijebu-Igbo, Ijebu-North Local Government Area of Ogun State.The deceased woman became infected with the disease while caring for her infected child, who is now hospitalized.The incident was said to have occurred three days ago.Confirming the outbreak, Dr. Tomi Coker, the Commissioner for Healt

Tinubu's Govt Has Incurred N24.33Trillion Debt in Just Three Months - Debt Management Office

Debt Management Office Says Nigeria Incurred N24.33trillion Debt In Just Three Months!According to the revelation made by the Office in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja, the current public debt figure encompasses both domestic and external debts of the Nigerian government, the 36 state governments, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).Th

Netherlands v France: EURO 2024 Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

Date: Friday 21st June, 2024 Time : 8:00 pm Stadium Red Bull Arena Leipzig Referee Anthony Taylor (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Netherlands [/size]No injury concerns arose for the Netherlands during their hard-fought win over Poland, and as Brian Brobbey - absent from that victory with a hamstring problem - is now training wit

Ekiti State High Court Sentences 3 to Death For Armed Robbery

An Ekiti State High Court sitting in Ado Ekiti has sentenced three persons to death by hanging for the offences of armed robbery and conspiracy.The men convicted by the court presided over by Justice John Adeyeye are: Akingbade David, Michael Mayowa and Ibrahim Jimoh Mukaila.The convicts committed the offences on the March 1, 2019 at NTA Road in A
Kogi State Governor, Ododo Signs Anti-Corruption Agency, Six Other Bills into Law

Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has taken a significant step in the fight against corruption by signing the Anti Corruption Agency Law. This legislation, enacted in the Executive Chambers of the Kogi State Government House, aims to bolster the state's ability to prevent, investigate, and prosecute corruption cases. The law is expecte

BREAKING NEWS! Federal High Court Nullifies Reinstatement Of Sanusi As Emir Of Kano

The reinstatement of Muhammadu Sanusi II as the 16th Emir of Kano has been nullified by a Federal High Court sitting in Kano. This ruling was delivered by Justice Abdullahi Muhammad Liman on Thursday. The court's decision not only nullifies Sanusi's reinstatement but also invalidates all actions taken following this controversial move.Ju
Super Eagles Drops Massively in Latest FIFA Rankings, See Their Latest Position

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have dropped eight places in the latest FIFA men’s ranking which was released on Thursday morning.The national men’s football team dropped from the 30th position to the 38th position in the FIFA ranking. This is coming after a 1-1 draw against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, and a subsequent 2-1

JUST IN! Lagos APC Women Leader, Ramota Bankole Dies After Performing Hajj in Saudi

The recent passing of Ramota Bankole, a prominent figure in the Lagos Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has been met with shock and sorrow. Bankole, who was the former Welfare Secretary of the Lagos APC, died in Saudi Arabia after performing her Hajj rites. Reports indicate that she was among several pilgrims who succumbed to the exc
Denmark v England: EURO 2024 Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

Date: Thursday 20th June, 2024 Time : 5:00 pm Stadium Deutsche Bank Park Referee Artur Dias (Portugal) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Denmark [/size]Denmark boss Hjulmand may decide to stick with the same starting lineup on Thursday, with Crystal Palace's Joachim Andersen, former Chelsea man Andreas Christensen - now at Barcelona -

Spain v Italy: EURO 2024 Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

Date: Thursday 20th June, 2024 Time : 8:00 pm Stadium VELTINS Arena Referee Slavko Vincinc (Slovenia) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Spain [/size]Assuaging concerns about their fitness following last week's win over Croatia, both Rodri and Alvaro Morata have taken part in full training and will be available on Thursday.However, Ayme
Kenyan Govt Withdraws Plans to Increase Taxes Following Massive Protests

Protests erupted in Nairobi on Tuesday as demonstrators took to the streets to express their discontent with the finance bill proposed by the government, which includes new taxes on cars and a 16 percent tax on bread. The move is part of President William Ruto's efforts to address Kenya’s substantial national debt, estimated at around $80 b

UPDATE; South African President, Ramaphosa Sworn-In For Second Term

Ramaphosa was sworn-in for a second term in Pretoria, the South African capital.The president took his oath of office before Chief Justice of South Africa, Raymond Zondo. “I Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa swear that I will be faithful to the Republic of South Africa, and will obey, observe, uphold and maintain the Constitution and all other law of the

BREAKING: Nigeria To Send First Civilian To Space

The Federal Government of Nigeria is preparing to send its first citizen into space.The Director General, National Space Research and Development Agency, Dr Mathew Adepoju disclosed this at a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday.The FG signed the Memorandum of Understanding in a collaboration between NASRDA and The Space Exploration and Research
BREAKING; Rivers Gov. Fubara Swears In Caretaker Committee Chairmen

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has sworn in the new Caretaker Chairmen of the 23 local government areas of the state.The swearing-in was conducted by Governor Fubara at the Executive Council Chambers of Government House in Port Harcourt on Wednesday.This follows their screening and confirmation by the State Assembly.Governor Fubara had se
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki Loses Mother To Cold Hands Of Death

Mrs Florence Morenike Saraki, mother of the former Senate President, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, is dead.A statement by the former Senate President on Tuesday announced the demise of his mother and wife of the late Senate leader in the Second Republic, Dr Abubakar Olusola Saraki. “With profound sadness and total submission to the will of Almighty
REVEALED: President Joe Biden’s Plan For Undocumented Immigrants In US

Immigration experts have continued to weigh in on the potential pathway to citizenship the new Immigration policy may create not just for Dreamers alone but for many who are seeking US citizenship.Though It’s not a one-size-fits-all plan. Joe Biden is a critical thinker, so his plan is more complex than this question may be prepared for.Dreamers