The Oyo State Police Command has denied reports claiming security operatives rescued students, pupils, and teachers kidnapped during an attack on three schools in Oriire Local Government Area. Gunmen attacked the schools last Friday and abducted several victims. Police Confirm Victims Remain in Captivity Police spokesperson, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, confirmed on Friday that the victims…
Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Timi Frank, has called for fairness and due process in the handling of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, who remains in the custody of the Department of State Services. Frank made the appeal in a statement issued on Friday. Frank Backs Rule of Law…
Travel Disruptions Hit Holiday Plans Across Mali Thousands of Muslims in Bamako are spending Eid away from their families as insecurity and transport disruptions continue to affect travel across Mali. A jihadist blockade on key roads leading into the capital has forced many residents to cancel long-standing holiday trips. For many families, Tabaski, known globally…
Four corps members face service extension The Gombe State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps, Chinwe Nwachuku, has announced service penalties for four corps members in the state. She said two corps members will repeat their service year. She also confirmed that two others received four-month service extensions over issues linked to their national…
Security agencies boost collaboration on marine safety The Nigerian Navy and the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) have strengthened their partnership to improve safety on Nigeria’s inland waterways. Both agencies reaffirmed their commitment during a training programme in Warri, Delta State. The programme focused on reducing accidents and improving operational standards in riverine transport. The…
Mbah tours major infrastructure projects Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has inspected major road and infrastructure projects executed by his administration ahead of their inauguration. The inspection took place over the weekend as part of efforts to assess progress on key developments across the state. Some of the projects visited include the 40-kilometre Owo-Ubahu-Amankanu-Umualor-Neke-Ikem…
Tragic accident claims four lives in Kano Four people have been confirmed dead after a Golf Wagon vehicle plunged into Tomas Dam in Kano State. The accident happened on Tuesday evening in Danbatta Local Government Area. The Kano State Fire Service confirmed the incident in a statement released on Wednesday. Public Relations Officer of the…
Fatal crash claims two lives in Akure No fewer than two people lost their lives in a road accident on Wednesday in Akure, the Ondo State capital. The crash happened in the Ijapo area of the city. Two other victims also suffered injuries during the incident. According to reports, the accident involved a Nissan car,…
NDLEA uncovers major methamphetamine network The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has dismantled a transnational methamphetamine production syndicate linked to a Nigerian drug cartel and Mexican collaborators. The operation led to the arrest of 10 suspects. In addition, operatives recovered illicit drugs and chemicals valued at more than N480bn. NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,…
Police rescue three children in Mowe operation The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a husband and wife suspected of child stealing. The police also rescued three children during the operation in the Mowe area of the state. Police spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed the development in a statement on Wednesday. He said operatives acted…
