Dangote Files Fresh EFCC Petition Against Ex-NMDPRA Boss Ahmed

Dangote Files Fresh EFCC Petition Against Ex-NMDPRA Boss Ahmed

Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man and chairman of Dangote Industries, recently intensified his battle against former NMDPRA chief Farouk Ahmed. He filed a new petition with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). This move followed his withdrawal of a similar complaint from the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC). Background of the Dispute The conflict…

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Toronto Police Charge Nigerian-Canadian Man Over Killing of University of Toronto Student

Toronto Police Charge Nigerian-Canadian Man Over Killing of University of Toronto Student

Toronto police responded to a deadly shooting on December 23, 2025. Officers found 20-year-old Shivank Avasthi suffering from gunshot wounds near the University of Toronto’s Scarborough campus. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital, but doctors pronounced him dead shortly after arrival. Avasthi studied at the university. Friends described him as a bright and dedicated student….

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Operation Hadin Kai Arrests 8 Suspects Linked to Adamawa Bombing

Operation Hadin Kai Arrests 8 Suspects Linked to Adamawa Bombing

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have arrested eight suspects linked to a suicide bombing network in Adamawa State. Importantly, the arrests include two principal suspects believed to have supplied materials for the attack. The military carried out the operation as part of intensified cordon-and-search missions targeting those behind the Gamboru Market Mosque suicide bombing….

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Borno: Troops neutralise 5 terrorists, rescue 3 hostages in Kondunga

Borno: Troops neutralise 5 terrorists, rescue 3 hostages in Kondunga

Troops operating under Operation HADIN KAI have neutralised five terrorists and rescued three abducted civilians during a coordinated military operation in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State. The operation further strengthened ongoing counter-terrorism efforts in the North East. The troops carried out the operation in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force…

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Lagos Police Chief Orders SCID Probe Into Pastor Okafor Over Sex Allegations

Lagos Police Chief Orders SCID Probe Into Pastor Okafor Over Sex Allegations

Lagos State Commissioner of Police Olohundare Jimoh issued an order on January 4, 2026. He directed the State Criminal Investigation Department to question Pastor Chris Okafor. This action followed viral allegations of sexual misconduct. Additionally the police invited alleged victims for interviews. They also called witnesses to provide statements. Authorities aim to gather evidence quickly….

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Army Arrests 14 Terror Suspects, Names Alleged Mastermind of Suicide Bombings in Borno

Army Arrests 14 Terror Suspects, Names Alleged Mastermind of Suicide Bombings in Borno

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have arrested 14 terror suspects and identified Shariff Umar, also known as Yusuf, as the alleged mastermind behind a suicide bombing network operating in Borno State. The army disclosed this on Saturday after intelligence-led operations in Maiduguri and surrounding areas. Suspect Allegedly Coordinated Suicide Bombings According to Lt.-Col. Sani…

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Ekiti Court Remands ‘Lustay’ Amid Suit Against Governor Oyebanji

Ekiti Court Remands ‘Lustay’ Amid Suit Against Governor Oyebanji

An Ekiti State Chief Magistrate Court has ordered the remand of Akogun Abayomi Olumide, popularly known as “Lustay,” in correctional custody over allegations of conspiracy to commit robbery, armed robbery, attempted murder, unlawful possession of offensive weapons, and malicious damage. The court granted the order following a police application, pending legal advice from the Director…

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