N500m Ransom Plot Thwarted As Edo Security Squad Smashes Kidnappers Ringleaders
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Edo State Special Security Squad (ESSSS) has apprehended two suspected kidnappers — Anthony Fedigha Ebimienwei and Luke Disemoh in Egbai community, Ovia North-East Local Government Area of the state. The suspects were arrested in their hideout following a “high-level, intelligence-led surveillance. The duo allegedly confessed to have kidnapped […]
Alleged N1Bn To Bandits: Kaduna Issues El-Rufai 7 Days Ultimatum To Show Proof
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Kaduna State Government has issued one week ultimatum to the former governor of the state, Nasir el-Rufai to show the proof of payment of a staggering sum of N1 billion to bandits or face legal battle. The government described the comments as false, politically motivated and lacking in evidence. […]
Falz Expresses Dissatisfaction After Rescue of 38 CAC Kwara Worshippers
A popular Nigerian rapper and activist, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has expressed dissatisfaction with the government’s response to the rescue of 38 abducted worshippers from Christ Apostolic Church in Kwara State. Reacting in a post on his X handle on Sunday, he questioned the lack of information on arrests made or the […]
Neville Pinpoints Only Concern in Arsenal Team
Gary Neville, Manchester United legend, has identified Declan Rice as the only concern for Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta. According to Neville, Rice is irreplaceable due to his unique skill set, which includes his powerful set-pieces, running, tackling, and impact on the game. Arsenal has been impressive this season, with a 4-1 win over […]
South-West Governors Hold Emergency Security Summit in Ibadan
Governors of Nigeria’s South-West states have convened in Ibadan for an unscheduled emergency meeting aimed at addressing escalating security challenges in the region. The meeting, hosted by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde at the Governor’s Office in Agodi, brings together leaders from Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo and Ekiti states. All six governors are expected […]
Cross River Government Reaffirms Safety Ahead Of National Sports Council Meeting
NIGERIA, CALABAR – The Cross River State Government has assured delegates, athletes and officials that Calabar remains safe to host the National Council on Sports, countering reports suggesting rising insecurity in the state. In a statement issued on Sunday, Chief Press Secretary Linus Obogo said the government is “fully prepared” for the event, adding that […]
Kwara Church Kidnap Survivor Recounts Harrowing Experience in Bandits’ Camp
A survivor of the recent mass kidnapping at a church in Kwara State has described the terrifying conditions he and dozens of others endured while held captive by armed men who openly identified themselves as bandits. The attack took place on 18 November at the Christ Apostolic Church in Eruku, where worshippers had gathered for […]
Otu Appoints Five-Member Team To Cross River Sports Commission
NIGERIA, CALABAR – The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, has approved the appointment of five members into the Cross River State Sports Commission, according to a government statement released on Monday. The announcement, signed by Secretary to the State Government Prof. Anthony Owan Enoh, said the appointments take immediate effect as part […]
PDP Accuses Tinubu of “Surrendering to Terrorists” as FG Orders Shutdown of Schools Over Insecurity
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has launched a blistering attack on President Bola Tinubu’s administration, accusing it of contemplating a “complete surrender to terrorists” by considering the closure of schools in northern Nigeria following a wave of mass abductions. In a strongly worded statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini […]
ISWAP Kidnaps 13 Girls ln Borno
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Thirteen female farmers from Askira-Uba Local Government Area of Borno State were kidnapped by members of the notorious Islamic State West African Province (ISWAP) on Sunday. The famers are within the age bracket of 15 and 20 years. The abduction was confirmed by Borno State House of Assembly, Abdullahi Askira, who revealed […]