Police Nab Alleged Mastermind of Deadly Abuja–Kaduna Train Attack

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaPolice Nab Alleged Mastermind of Deadly Abuja–Kaduna Train Attack

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 3, 2024

In a significant development, Nigerian authorities have arrested a suspect believed to be the mastermind behind the deadly attack on the Abuja–Kaduna train in March 2022. The suspect, identified as Ibrahim Abdullahi, also known by the alias “Mande,” was apprehended by the Kaduna State Police Command’s anti-kidnapping unit in January 2024. The Abuja–Kaduna train attack, which involved gunmen opening fire and kidnapping passengers, resulted in numerous casualties and sent shockwaves throughout Nigeria. According to police...

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Lagos PDP Convenes Stakeholders’ Meeting, Harps On Unity

NewsNigeriaPoliticsLagos PDP Convenes Stakeholders’ Meeting, Harps On Unity

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)May 2, 2024

Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has convened a stakeholders’ meeting, harping on the importance of unity and constitutionality. The stakeholders used the opportunity to deliberate on the way forward for the party for the party on Thursday at the Ikeja, Lagos venue of the meeting.Chief Olabode Ibiyinka George, former Deputy National Chairman of the PDP and a life Board of Trustees (BoT) member of the party, while interacting with the media...

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Nigerian Troops Annihilate Bandits’ Enclaves, Notorious Leader Perishes in Assault

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaNigerian Troops Annihilate Bandits’ Enclaves, Notorious Leader Perishes in Assault

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 2, 2024

Nigerian security forces are celebrating a major victory against banditry in the north. In a series of coordinated raids, the military reportedly dismantled several well-fortified bandit camps, eliminating a significant number of militants. A particularly noteworthy development is the possible demise of notorious bandit leader Aminu Dogo. Dogo, who had been linked to numerous kidnappings and attacks on communities, was a prominent figure within bandit groups. His reported death is seen as a potential turning...

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MNJTF Ramps Up Operations to Eradicate Boko Haram Remnants in Lake Chad Basin

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaMNJTF Ramps Up Operations to Eradicate Boko Haram Remnants in Lake Chad Basin

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 2, 2024

The Multinational Joint Task Force, MNJTF, has launched a surge in operations aimed at eliminating the remaining Boko Haram fighters in the Lake Chad Basin. Residents in Northeast Nigeria and Far North Cameroon can expect to see an increased presence of troops and military equipment in the coming days. This escalation comes as the MNJTF seeks to capitalize on recent successes against the insurgency. The force reports a decline in Boko Haram’s strength, with some...

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Nigerian Military: Over 700 Terrorists Killed, Hundreds of Kidnap Victims Freed in April 

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaNigerian Military: Over 700 Terrorists Killed, Hundreds of Kidnap Victims Freed in April 

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 2, 2024

The Nigerian Defence Headquarters, DHQ, has announced significant progress in the fight against terrorism, claiming that troops neutralized over 715 terrorists and rescued 465 kidnapped victims in operations conducted throughout April. Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, revealed these figures during a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday. He elaborated that the operations involved a combination of ground and air offensives carried out across the country. “The synchronised strikes between the ground...

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Traders’ Clash Sparks Fire, Looting in Lagos Market

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaTraders’ Clash Sparks Fire, Looting in Lagos Market

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)May 2, 2024

Violence erupted in the Ile-Epo area of Lagos on Thursday, leaving a section of the market burnt and many people injured. The incident reportedly began with a disagreement between a trader and a lotto vendor over winnings on Wednesday night. According to reports, the altercation escalated into a full-blown clash, with some alleging it took on ethnic undertones. Hoodlums reportedly took advantage of the chaos, setting fire to stalls and shops. The situation remained tense...

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75Yr – Old Barber Arrested In Awka For Defiling 8yr Old Girl

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeria75Yr – Old Barber Arrested In Awka For Defiling 8yr Old Girl

PilotnewsMay 2, 2024

A seventy-five-year-old barber who gave his name as Nwankwo Nweke has been arrested for defiling an eight-year-old girl in Awka. The suspect, who hails from Isiagu; in Awka South Local Government Area of the state, after his arrest, confessed that it was temptation that made him have carnal knowledge of the underage girl. The suspect, who pleaded for mercy, promised to be of good behavior if the state government pardons him. Anambra State Commissioner for...

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Enugu State Government Demolishes Ancestral Homes

NewsNigeriaPoliticsEnugu State Government Demolishes Ancestral Homes

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)May 2, 2024

Officials of Enugu State Government Agency have demolished residents of less privileged including widows of Uzamu Isinomeh, andLandshadEmene Nike in Enugu East Local Government Area of Enugu State. One of the victims, Ezinne Blessing Nkemjurum Oguike, a widow, told journalists alleged that some officials from the Ministry of lands and Enugu Capital Territory Development Authority ordered the demolition of their homes which they have been using for over 62 years ago. She claimed that they...

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Labour Leader Frowns At Some Federal Government Policies

NewsNigeriaPoliticsLabour Leader Frowns At Some Federal Government Policies

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)May 2, 2024

The Adamawa State chairman of the Nigerian Labour Congress NLC, Comrade Emmanuel Fashe has frowned at the “degrading living standard of Nigerians” because of the federal government’s policies such as the subsidy removal, hike in electricity tariff, naira floating, among others. He made the remarks at Mahmud Ribadu Square, Yola Wednesday to mark Workers Day being celebrated annually on May 1 by Workers. “Inflation has made it impossible for salary earners to live within their...

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NLC, TUC Call For Recruitment Of More Workers In Katsina

NewsNigeriaPoliticsNLC, TUC Call For Recruitment Of More Workers In Katsina

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)May 2, 2024

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) AND the Trade Union Congress (TUC) Katsina State chapters have made a case for the recruitment of workers to fill the existing vacancies created by the retired, dead or transferred personnel. The State NLC chairman, Comrade Hussain Yanduna made the plea yesterday in a joint address with the Trade Union Congress (TUC) during the May Day celebration held at Dikko Stadium Katsina. “Manpower gap; now and then workers are retiring, there...

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