Government Expands Welfare Support Across Public Service The Kwara State Government has approved a 30 per cent peculiar allowance for workers in media houses, agencies, and parastatals. These workers were previously excluded from the earlier allowance granted to mainstream civil servants. The government announced the approval on Monday in Ilorin through the Office of the…
Coalition Praises Army Leadership and Strategic Changes A coalition of Civil Society Organisations under Nigeria Integrity Watch has praised the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, for reforms aimed at improving the Nigerian Army’s effectiveness. In a statement issued on Monday, the group described Shaibu’s leadership as transformative. It said his reforms have…
Nine Suspects Linked to Criminal Networks Nabbed The Zone 2 Police Command in Onikan, Lagos State, has arrested nine suspects linked to two criminal syndicates involved in stealing and diverting goods in transit. Police also recovered stolen items valued at over N60 million. Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the zone, Olohundare Jimoh, disclosed…
Midnight Attack Hits Yashikira Community Suspected armed bandits attacked Yashikira community in Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State, abducting 10 residents and setting part of the Emir’s palace on fire during a midnight raid. The Kwara State Police Command confirmed that the attack happened around 2:00 a.m. on Monday. According to the police, the…
Hayab Calls for Integrity and Responsible Leadership The Chairman of the Northern Christian Association, Joseph Hayab, has urged politicians to avoid greed, manipulation, and selfish leadership. He asked public office holders to fear God and serve as good examples to young Nigerians. Hayab, who also serves as Senior Pastor of Amazing Grace Baptist Church, spoke…
FRSC Begins Safety Operation Ahead of Sallah The Kano State Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps has deployed 1,889 personnel for a special patrol ahead of Eid-el-Kabir. The exercise aims to improve road safety across the state. The command’s Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Labaran, confirmed the deployment in a statement on Sunday. He…
Military Activates Security Measures Before Festive Period The Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has assured residents of strong security ahead of the Eid El Kabir celebrations scheduled for Wednesday, May 28, 2026. In a statement released on Monday, OPHK said troops had already activated major security operations across the region….
Operatives Raid Hideouts Across Awka The Anambra State Police Command has arrested 17 male suspects during raids on suspected criminal hideouts in Awka. Police said the operation targeted cult-related activities and other acts linked to public disturbance. According to officials, operatives acted on credible intelligence. Cannabis and Other Items Recovered During the raid, officers recovered…
Forum Warns Peace and Stability Face Growing Threat The Southwest Youths Forum has raised concern over rising insecurity across the region. The group warned that the Southwest’s long-standing reputation for peace and stability now faces serious threats. According to the forum, insecurity has continued to spread across several states. Criminal Activities Hit Multiple States The…
Agency Intercepts Drug Shipment The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has uncovered hundreds of MDMA pills hidden inside bicycle luggage carriers meant for Europe. The agency described the seizure as another sign of changing drug trafficking methods. NDLEA Raises Public Alert Femi Babafemi, Director of Media and Advocacy at NDLEA, disclosed the discovery in a…
