Anambra vigilance operative to die by hanging for killing phone repairer

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Anambra vigilance operative to die by hanging for killing phone repairer

Ayorinde Oluokun

5 hours ago

Although the convict maintained his innocence and denied responsibility for Ugbo’s death, the court held that he failed to prove…

HEFAMAA warns herbal practitioners against mixing Orthodox Drugs with Traditional Remedies

Kazeem Ugbodaga

16 hours ago

Idowu stressed that the agency’s role is not primarily punitive but focused on education and guidance to help practitioners operate…

NDLEA seizes over 1,000 bottles of codeine, suspect arrested

Michael Adesina

18 hours ago

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano Strategic Command, has arrested a 45-year-old man, Ashiru Bala, for allegedly possessing…

Gunmen shoot farmer, kidnap wife in Ondo – Police

Paul Dada

19 hours ago

“Upon receiving the distress call, police operatives swiftly mobilised to the scene, ensured the injured victim was rescued to the…

Troops kill notorious kidnapper, rescue four in Edo

Paul Dada

20 hours ago

"The troops responded to gunshots heard in the forest during a night patrol with aggressive pursuit and minimum use of…

Doctor arrested as police intensify crackdown on illegal weapons in Edo

Paul Dada

20 hours ago

Meanwhile, Agbonika assured residents of Edo State that the Command remains vigilant, proactive and committed to protecting lives and property.

How Soyinka led Pyrates Confraternity to give Jeyifo befitting burial

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 day ago

In keeping with tradition, the group accorded Jeyifo a symbolic “Pyratical burial,” a ceremonial farewell that celebrates the life of…

Mob kills man after disrupting traffic in Ogun

Michael Adesina

2 days ago

According to eyewitnesses, the man blocked one lane of the four-lane carriageway around 10:20 a.m., carrying heavy metal objects in…

Oyo man kills elder brother for ‘shooting him in his dream’

Ayorinde Oluokun

2 days ago

"Acting on this claim, the suspect allegedly approached the deceased where he was seated, picked up a heavy rock, struck…

Court acquits ex-NDDC Director, others of N3.6bn Money Laundering Charge

Kazeem Ugbodaga

2 days ago

The EFCC had re-arraigned Omatsuli and the other defendants over an alleged N3.6 billion fraud before Justice Osiagor on a…

NRC boosts Abuja–Kaduna Train trips after turbulent years

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 days ago

The Nigerian Railway Corporation has expanded Abuja–Kaduna Train Service, introducing additional trips from Friday to address rising passenger demand on…

Auchi Monarch shuts Hausa Market over rising kidnappings

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 days ago

The Auchi Vigilante Group has been mandated to enforce compliance with the market closure and other security measures agreed at…

Okpebholo joins Edo Youths in protest over blackouts, billing disputes

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 days ago

Governor Okpebholo, who was reportedly passing by, stopped to address the gathering and expressed solidarity with the protesters.

Police crush cult, robbery gangs in Delta

Michael Adesina

4 days ago

According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, the operations led to the arrest of several suspects and…

Lagos Cook Sunday remanded over alleged N50m Jewellery theft

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 days ago

Police alleged that the defendant committed the offence between April 18 and 25, 2025, at Ozumba Mbadiwe Street, Victoria Island,…

Notorious Lekki Event Centre thief Boniface jailed 30 months

Kazeem Ugbodaga

4 days ago

The charges were filed by the police at the Maroko Division, Lekki, following the incident at an event centre located…

Yam truck driver loses control, leaves one dead in Lagos

Paul Dada

4 days ago

“Scurity agencies maintained order throughout the rescue operation and facilitated the restoration of traffic flow,” he said.

Families reject rescued trafficking victims in Edo

Paul Dada

4 days ago

The agency boss urged communities to encourage safe and lawful migration pathways, warning that irregular migration often exposes victims to…

NDLEA arrests Togolese woman with 5,000 Tramadol pills at Seme border

Paul Dada

4 days ago

A statement by the NDLEA spokesman, Femi Babafemi on Sunday in Abuja, said the NDLEA officers at the departure tarmac…

Traveller nabbed with firearm in Edo

Paul Dada

4 days ago

The suspect was apprehended at about 2am at Akara Junction in the Aduwawa area of Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area during…

Ramadan/Lent: Ekiti LG boss warns against hiking food prices

Abimbola Aderinola

5 days ago

He said selling foodstuff at affordable prices would help the Muslims and Christians that are fasting, to break their fast…

Gunmen abduct ex-Deputy Governor’s father on way to Church

Kazeem Ugbodaga

5 days ago

Also confirming the development, Chairman of Ikwo Local Government Area, Mr Sunday Nwankwo, said the council was working closely with…

Plan your movement: LASG shuts part of Lagos-Abeokuta Way for 84 days

Kazeem Ugbodaga

5 days ago

According to him, under the first option, motorists will be diverted into the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor at Super…

Massive gridlock imminent as Lagos shuts Ogunnusi Road for reconstruction

Abimbola Aderinola

5 days ago

Osiyemi said the reconstruction forms part of a broader initiative to upgrade the 9.0-kilometre dual carriage corridor between Ojodu-Berger Bus-Stop…

NDLEA captures wanted Drug Kingpin Chidiebere after 13 years in hiding

Kazeem Ugbodaga

5 days ago

Babafemi said Chidiebere was first arrested in 2013 over a cocaine shipment and arraigned before Justice Ayokunle Faji of the…

Two women rushed to hospital after Hornchurch stabbing

Isa Isawade

5 days ago

At the property, two women were found with stab wounds. These were found to be neither life-threatening nor life changing.

Katsina CP presents N32.3m to families of fallen officers

Paul Dada

5 days ago

He appreciated the Acting Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, for his magnanimity towards the families of the deceased police…

Security operatives bust 12 illegal immigrants from Mali

Michael Adesina

6 days ago

The suspects were apprehended in the Akerebiata area following credible intelligence from vigilant residents, the command disclosed in a statement…

NDLEA, NAFDAC strengthen partnership to combat Illicit drugs in Kano

Paul Dada

6 days ago

The statement emphasised the command’s readiness to implement the initiatives in close coordination with NAFDAC, in line with the Memorandum…

Female NSCDC officer dies after being run over during parade

Michael Adesina

6 days ago

A female officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has died after being struck by an operational…

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