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The North-East Governors’ Forum, consisting of the governors of states in the North-East region of Nigeria, has expressed deep concern over the escalating wave of banditry in the region. They specifically raised alarm over the increasing presence of bandits, especially in Bauchi, Gombe, and Taraba states, which were previously not associated with this menace. In…
In a daring operation, operatives of the Anambra State Police Command successfully rescued a kidnap victim, identified as Abuchi, from Orumba South LGA of Anambra State, after a tense exchange of gunfire with the fleeing abductors. The incident occurred at Umuota Village in Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area of the state. The victim had…
In response to rising concerns about the use of vehicles with tinted glass in the commission of crimes, the Nigerian police have announced plans to reintroduce permits for vehicles with tinted windows nationwide. This decision comes in light of growing criminal activities carried out by individuals using such vehicles, particularly among young people. The Force…
The Young Progressives Party (YPP) has suspended its chairman in Imo State, Mr. Victor Diala, following allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of office. This decision was made by the party’s National Working Committee, which has appointed Kingsley Nwahiri to assume the responsibilities of the suspended chairman while a special investigation is conducted. Additionally, the…
In an address at the 18th G20 Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi, India, President Bola Tinubu expressed Nigeria‘s commitment to becoming a significant player within the G20 group. He emphasized Nigeria’s readiness to contribute to shaping a more equitable world and urged global unity and cooperation in addressing pressing challenges, fostering inclusivity, and establishing a…
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has advised Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, to refrain from appealing the judgement of the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal that upheld President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s victory. Speaking to reporters after a courtesy visit to the governor of Ebonyi State, Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, Umahi urged Obi…
In a historic development, the African Union (AU) has been admitted as a permanent member of the G20, marking a significant transformation of the group. The decision to include the AU as a permanent member was announced during the G20 summit held in New Delhi, India . This development comes after 24 years since the…
Strickland’s Dominant Performance Seals Victory as Adesanya Falls Short at UFC 293 In a highly-anticipated showdown at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, Sean Strickland has emerged as the new UFC middleweight champion of the world after defeating Israel Adesanya. This title bout went the distance, lasting for the full five rounds, and it…
In a harrowing incident, an aircraft operated by United Nigeria Airlines had a narrow escape from a potential disaster as it skidded off the runway upon landing at Murtala Mohammed Airport in Lagos, Nigeria. The plane, with registration number 5N BWY, was arriving from Owerri when the incident occurred, reportedly due to heavy rainfall. Fortunately,…
ARIN-WA Proposes Partnership with EFCC on Asset Recovery and Intelligence Sharing The Asset Recovery Inter-Agency Network West Africa (ARIN-WA) has reached out to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) with a proposal for partnership in the areas of intelligence sharing and the exchange of information related to asset recovery. This collaborative effort is aimed…