The Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 32 Artillery Brigade, Major Njoka Irabor, disclosed this in a statement on the official X account of the Nigerian Army, saying the tragedy occurred when the bus driver, travelling from Akure to Abuja, experienced mechanical problems near a military checkpoint in Akunu, Akoko North-East Local Government Area of Ondo […]
During a visit to the affected community, the governor assured residents that justice would be served and pledged proper medical care for the injured. He also confirmed that the request for Omoyele’s suspension was being considered and that a thorough investigation was underway. The killings occurred during an invasion of the community by Amotekun operatives, […]
The attack, carried out by suspected Boko Haram members, was repelled by troops of Operation Hadin Kai after a fierce battle. According to a statement by the military, the terrorists used rocket-propelled grenades, armed drones, and improvised explosive devices during the coordinated assault. Despite the heavy exchange of fire, troops held their ground and inflicted […]
Olejeme is facing an eight-count charge related to converting, transferring, procuring, and taking possession of funds suspected to be proceeds of unlawful activity. The EFCC alleged that she diverted funds from the NSITF while serving as board chair. One of the charges states that she indirectly converted over N321 million into the account of a […]
The Commanding Officer of the FOB Escravos, Navy Capt. Ikenna Okoloagu, disclosed this to journalists in Warri, saying that the achievements were made possible through credible intelligence. He added that naval personnel recovered approximately 11,200 litres of stolen crude oil from the illegal refining sites. He said, “The significant operational successes in the fight against […]
Sean “Diddy” Combs has issued a formal apology ahead of his sentencing for prostitution-related convictions, taking “full responsibility” for his actions and pleading for leniency. In a letter to the judge presiding over the case, Combs expressed regret for the harm he caused, particularly to ex-partner Cassie Ventura and another woman identified in court as […]
According to a statement signed by the command’s spokesperson, Wasiu Abiodun, and made available on Monday, the operation was carried out within Kokolo forest, via Kawo-Auna village, in Nasko. Abiodun said the command’s Special Task Team (STT), in collaboration with operatives of the Force Intelligence Department, Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS), and vigilante members, stormed the […]
In a statement released by the command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abimbola Adebisi, the case was reported by child’s mother. The statement read, “The incident occurred on 21st September, 2025, at about 2350hrs, when the mother of the child reported at Elemoro Division that her security guard had absconded with her son and mobile phone […]
The State Commissioner for Health, Joseph Onojaeme, disclosed this during the flag-off of the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation and Initiatives Project Action Plan at Ashaka, in Ndokwa East Local Government Area, adding that other workers were demoted for related offences. He said the ministry had intensified monitoring of hospitals to ensure that funds […]
The Force made this known in a Special Police Gazette Bulletin released via its official X handle, saying that Nkemakolam is wanted by the Office of the Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Nigeria Police Force (INTERPOL), and the Head National Central Bureau, Force Headquarters in Abuja. The statement stated, “The above-named person is hereby declared wanted […]