Category: News

The Nigerian Army has confirmed that a soldier and four hostages lost their lives during a failed abduction attempt involving Chinese expatriates in Ogun State. According to the report, troops responded to an attempted kidnapping operation targeting Chinese nationals in the area. During the confrontation with the suspected abductors, a firefight reportedly broke out. The […]

The Federal Government has confirmed that four people have died and 24 others sustained varying degrees of injuries following a train derailment along the Warri–Itakpe Train Service corridor near Agbor in Delta State. The incident occurred when the train reportedly went off track while travelling on the route linking Warri to Itakpe, causing panic among […]

Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has reassured Nigerians that ongoing reforms in the power sector are beginning to yield positive results, with gradual improvements in electricity generation and distribution across the country. Speaking on recent developments in the sector, the minister said the Federal Government remains committed to transforming Nigeria’s electricity supply through sustained […]

The Ekiti State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of two additional suspects in connection with the abduction and assault of the Chairman of Ikere-West Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Rufus Olorunfemi. According to the police, the latest arrests were made following ongoing investigations into the incident, which sparked widespread concern across the state. The […]

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have successfully foiled multiple kidnap attempts and rescued 10 victims during separate operations in Plateau and Kaduna states. According to military sources, the soldiers responded swiftly to distress calls after armed kidnappers attacked communities in both states. The troops engaged the criminals in gun battles, forcing them to abandon their […]

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has strongly condemned the growing trend of ethnic profiling in Nigeria, stressing that criminality should never be associated with any particular ethnic group. Reacting to recent incidents and narratives that have fueled ethnic tensions, Obi urged Nigerians to reject divisive sentiments and focus on identifying and prosecuting individuals responsible for […]

The African Labour and Employment Relations Association (ALERA) has expressed deep concern over the escalating wave of kidnappings and insecurity across Nigeria, urging the Federal Government to take decisive steps to protect citizens and restore public confidence. The labour body condemned the increasing incidents of abductions, banditry, and violent attacks in various parts of the […]