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Fresh details have emerged on the shocking murder of an Ogun State Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) officer and her young daughter, after police arrested the suspects behind their disappearance. According to investigators, the prime suspect — the woman’s boyfriend — partnered with two herbalists in Osun State to lure the victims before killing them […]
Continue ReadingComedian and actor AY Makun has stirred conversations on social media after sharing a cautionary message about fake friendships and people who capitalize on negativity for personal gain. In a post on X, AY urged his followers to be wary of anyone who calls them a friend but rushes to amplify negative news just to […]
Continue ReadingThe Nigeria Police Force has issued a firm warning that any officer caught providing escort or personal security for Very Important Persons (VIPs) will be arrested. According to the Force Headquarters, the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has classified such VIP protection duties as illegal unless expressly approved by the Police High Command. The police […]
Continue ReadingPresidential Adviser on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has reiterated that President Bola Tinubu’s administration maintains a firm stance against negotiating with bandits or any terrorist group. Bwala explained that the government’s security strategy is rooted in strengthening military operations, improving intelligence gathering, and restoring safety in affected communities—rather than entering peace talks with criminal elements. […]
Continue ReadingNigerian music star Burna Boy has pledged to pay the funeral expenses for the four young people killed in a mass shooting at a children’s birthday party in Stockton, California. The victims, aged 8 to 21, were shot dead on Saturday, November 29, at Monkey Space, a banquet hall in unincorporated San Joaquin County. Eleven […]
Continue ReadingThe 38 church worshippers kidnapped by gunmen in Eruku, Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State, have finally been released to their families. Their reunion comes days after PUNCH Online reported that, although officials had announced the victims’ rescue, they had not been allowed to return home. The worshippers, who were abducted during a church […]
Continue ReadingNo fewer than 19 people were abducted on Monday in two separate attacks carried out by armed men in Rivers and Imo states, heightening concerns over rising insecurity in the region. In Rivers State, five students of the Rivers State University (RSU) were reportedly kidnapped while traveling along the Ogoni axis. The victims were said […]
Continue ReadingTroops of the Nigerian Army have rescued 18 kidnapped victims during operations carried out in Borno and Kogi states. The successful missions were part of ongoing efforts to curb abductions and restore security in vulnerable communities. According to reports, the troops intercepted and freed the victims after engaging the abductors and clearing the surrounding areas. […]
Continue ReadingPresident Bola Tinubu has nominated the immediate past Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence. The nomination comes a day after the former minister, Badaru Abubakar, resigned from office due to health-related reasons. The President’s decision was announced on Tuesday, marking a swift move to fill the crucial […]
Continue ReadingThe Edo State House of Assembly has issued an official summons to Hon. Natasha Osawaru Irobosa — the wife of legendary Nigerian singer, 2Face Idibia — following allegations of public misconduct said to have brought the Assembly into disrepute. Hon. Natasha, who currently represents Egor Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly, reportedly became […]
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