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Osun confirms arrest of Police Anti-Kidnapping Squad head over attempted murder
On Wednesday, November 20, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke confirmed that the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered…
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Policeman feared dead after gunmen attack checkpoint in Abia
On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, a police officer was reportedly killed when unknown gunmen attacked a checkpoint in the Ohafia…
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Edo women protest against cult killings, lament loss of husbands, scarcity of men
On Tuesday, November 19, 2024, hundreds of young women took to the streets of Benin City, Edo State, to protest…
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CDS Musa calls for integrated approach to tackle insecurity, blending military, diplomacy, and community efforts
On Monday, November 18, 2024, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, called for a more integrated approach…
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Supreme Court makes big decision on EFCC, ICPC, and NFIU laws – 19 states lose case
On Friday, November 15, 2024, the Supreme Court made an important decision, dismissing a case brought by 19 states against…
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Troops stop bandit attack, recover weapons in Taraba
Soldiers from the Nigerian Army have successfully stopped a bandit attack in Chanchanji, a community in Taraba State. The attack,…
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FG working hard to tackle security problems – Minister Tunji-Ojo
The Nigerian Government is doing everything it can to solve the country's security problems, according to the Minister of Interior,…
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Nigeria promises to protect the country from the Lukarawas terror group
The Nigerian Government has promised to remove the Lukarawas terror group from the country.
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Electricity consumers frustrated as DisCos hike prices of prepaid meters
On Monday, November 11, 2024, electricity consumers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) voiced their frustration after Electricity Distribution Companies…
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Protest erupts in Abuja over mass demolitions by FCT Minister Wike
Residents of Ruga, a neighborhood along Airport Road in Abuja, took to the streets today to protest the demolition of…
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AGF explains why minors can be charged with treason
Friday, November 8, 2024 – The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, recently explained why minors –…
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Malaysian govt to phase out CNG-powered vehicles over safety concerns — Report
The Malaysian government has announced plans to phase out compressed natural gas, CNG, for vehicles and discontinue the sale of…
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Gunmen violently kidnap Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Azubuike in Imo
Gunmen have kidnapped Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Azubuike, the parish priest of St. Theresa’s Catholic Parish in Obollo Community, located in…
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It’s a win for anti-corruption fight – APC praises EFCC for Okowa arrest
The Delta State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has commended the recent arrest of former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa,…
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Minors freed in End Bad Governance protest arrive at Presidential Villa
The minors recently freed by the Federal Government for their involvement in the End Bad Governance protests have arrived at…
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330 Road, bridge repair projects have reached 95% completion, performance report to be published in 10 days – Dave Umahi
Nigeria’s Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has said that 330 road palliatives and bridge repairs embarked on under his supervision…
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Nigerian govt to install security cameras on major roads, begins with Third Mainland Bridge
The Federal Government has established a state-of-the-art observation room to monitor the Third Mainland Bridge and its surrounding areas. The…
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Renewed Hope: Wike distributes 80 vehicles to FCT youths
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT), Nyesom Wike, has unveiled the FCT Renewed Hope Youth Empowerment Programme with…
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Court grants N10 million bail to 67 minors from EndBadGovernance protests
An Abuja Federal High Court has granted bail of N10 million each to 67 minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protests,…
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EFCC recovers over N248 billion from crime in one year
On Thursday, October 31, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) announced that it has recovered over N248 billion from…
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Appeal Court to decide on IPOB’s terrorist designation in 90 days – Ejimakor
On Thursday, October 31, Aloy Ejimakor, the lead lawyer for Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra…
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Sotiyo appointed as Osun NSCDC Commandant
On Thursday, October 31, the Osun State Command of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) welcomed its new…
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Bolt driver shares experience of being dragged to police station
Stephen Abuwatseye, a Bolt driver involved in an incident with lawmaker Hon. Alex Ikwechegh, has revealed that he was forcibly…
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Building collapse in Abuja leaves many trapped amid ongoing rescue efforts
A construction site has collapsed in Abuja, trapping over 40 individuals and prompting urgent rescue operations by authorities. Many people…
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Helicopter accident in Port Harcourt results in three fatalities
A tragic helicopter accident in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has claimed the lives of three individuals. The incident occurred at…
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Deadly shootings in Anambra leave multiple casualties
A shooting incident in Awka, the capital of Anambra State, on Thursday morning has resulted in several fatalities, according to…
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EFCC wants more time for hearing, gets new court dates for November
On Thursday, October 24, 2024, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) asked the court for more time regarding a…
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BREAKING: Bobrisky falls ill in police custody, rushed to hospital
On Wednesday, October 23, Okuneye Idris, better known as Bobrisky, a well-known crossdresser, fell ill while being held at the…
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Wike revokes Julius Berger’s land over non-usage, allocates it for construction of judicial quarters
Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, has revoked the parcel of land reallocated 20 years ago to construction giant, Julius…
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We will start picking up beggars in FCT from Monday – Wike
The Federal Capital Territory Administration has issued a warning to roadside beggars to desist from the act or risk being…
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Sit-at-home order disrupts business in Umuahia
Umuahia, the capital of Abia State, was nearly deserted on Monday, October 21, as many residents chose to stay indoors,…
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Protesters released after police clash at EndSARS memorial
On Sunday, October 20, twenty-two protesters were arrested during a memorial at the Lekki Tollgate in Lagos to mark the…
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Police arrest protesters at EndSARS memorial in Lagos
On Sunday, October 20, 2024, the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) arrested several demonstrators during the EndSARS memorial at the Lekki…
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William Troost-Ekong: Captain, Leader, and Pride of Nigerian Heritage
In the world of football, few players embody the balance between skill, leadership, and cultural pride as well as William…
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Power troubles in Kano and Kaduna as vandals damage TCN towers
On Friday, October 18, parts of Kano and Kaduna states experienced a blackout because vandals damaged two towers belonging to…
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IGP Egbetokun meets with former police chiefs to improve policing strategies
On Wednesday, October 16, Inspector General of Police Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun held an important meeting with former Inspectors General of…
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Former President Buhari expresses sorrow over Jigawa tanker explosion
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has shared his deep sadness following the tragic oil tanker explosion in Majiya, Jigawa State, which…
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Lagos launches Red Line Rail Service, Projected to transport 500,000 passengers daily
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced the launch of the Red Line rail service, aiming to transport 500,000 daily. Babajide…
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Court stops EFCC from arresting former Defence Minister Batagarawa
On Tuesday, October 15, Justice Yusuf Halilu of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Jabi, Abuja, issued a temporary…
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FG to introduce restorative justice system in FCT
On Monday, October 14, the Federal Government announced plans to implement a restorative justice system in the Federal Capital Territory…
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