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…
EFCC confirms arrest of former minister The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, following his recent conviction for financial misappropriation. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, confirmed the development on Tuesday. According to reports, operatives arrested Mamman around 3:30 am in Kaduna. Two others arrested during operation Olukoyede disclosed that…
Police rescue abducted woman in Edo Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have rescued a kidnapped woman, Jemila Ibrahim, and arrested five suspected abductors in Edo North. Police spokesperson, CSP Eno Ikoedem, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday. According to the statement, security operatives rescued the victim during a bush combing operation…
Government issues apology over human remains scandal Tasmania’s government has issued a formal apology after an investigation uncovered the storage and display of human body parts taken during coronial autopsies without family consent. The findings show that between 1966 and 1991, pathologists may have collected at least 177 human specimens. They then transferred the remains…
The government of Togo has scrapped visa requirements for citizens of African countries visiting the country for short stays, in a move aimed at boosting regional integration. The Ministry of Security announced the policy on Tuesday in a statement posted on its official X account. 30-Day Visa-Free Entry for Africans Under the new rule, African…
