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The Sokoto State Police Command has announced an extension of the deadline for its ongoing 2026 recruitment exercise, calling on eligible youths across the state to take advantage of the opportunity and apply before the new closing date. In a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, the police said the extension became necessary […]

At the UK court, Alison-Madueke denied allegations that she received millions of dollars in bribes and luxury benefits during her time in office. Prosecutors allege that the former minister abused her position by accepting lavish gifts and financial rewards from oil companies in exchange for preferential treatment in the awarding of lucrative oil contracts. The […]

Security operatives in Kwara State have arrested three Fulani leaders, including the state chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), over alleged involvement in terrorism-related activities. According to security reports, the suspects are being investigated for their alleged roles in kidnapping and the sponsorship of armed bandits operating in parts of […]

North Korea has fired what is believed to be a ballistic missile toward the Sea of Japan, according to Japan’s Ministry of Defence. The launch, detected on Tuesday, marks the country’s second missile test this month. Japanese authorities said the missile did not land within Japan’s territorial waters and no damage or injuries were reported. […]

More than 400,000 Nigerians have applied for the ongoing recruitment of 50,000 constables by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), prompting the Police Service Commission (PSC) to extend the application deadline by two weeks. PSC spokesperson, Torty Njoku, said the recruitment portal—opened on December 15, 2025—will now close on February 8, 2026. The extension followed a […]

According to available reports, the monarch was attacked by unknown assailants in what is suspected to be an assassination attempt. The incident threw the community into panic as residents scampered for safety following the sound of gunshots. King Baridam was immediately rushed to a hospital for medical attention. Although details surrounding his current condition remain […]

The Federal Government has congratulated renowned Nollywood filmmaker and actress, Funke Akindele, on her latest box office milestone, following the massive success of her film Behind the Scenes. In a statement celebrating the achievement, the government described the record as a landmark moment for Nigeria’s creative industry, noting that Behind the Scenes has become the […]

The Gombe State Police Command has confirmed the neutralisation of three suspected bandits during a fierce gun battle with security operatives in border communities of the state. According to police sources, the operation was carried out following credible intelligence about the movement of armed bandits who had been terrorising residents and engaging in kidnappings and […]

Nigerian troops have neutralized six terrorists and rescued an underage girl during a successful security operation in Zamfara State. According to military sources, the operation was carried out in the Sububu Forest following actionable intelligence on the movement and location of armed terrorist elements in the area. During the offensive, troops engaged the criminals in […]

According to military sources, the suspect was picked up during a routine security operation after intelligence reports linked her to terrorist logistics networks. Investigations revealed that she allegedly supplied drugs to insurgents to boost their morale and sustain their activities in the region. The woman is believed to have acted as a civilian intermediary, taking […]