Police in Anambra State have arrested a man carrying a bag containing an AK 47 rifle in Awada, Idemili North Local Government Area. The man who was arrested during the Easter holiday, on sighting the police, took to his heels and was chased apprehended and searched. A press release by the state police command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga said: “When the bag was searched it was found to contain an AK-47 Rifle with breech No....
The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has expelled 19 students for various offences, including theft, examination malpractice, and other violations of the school’s code of conduct. The announcement, made by the university’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Kunle Akogun, included the expulsion of six final-year students. The expulsions follow recommendations from the Students’ Disciplinary Committee after its recent meetings. Offences ranged from academic dishonesty, like exam malpractice, to more serious transgressions, including theft, hostel bed-space racketeering, extortion,...
Residents of Kebbi stormed a government warehouse filled with rice intended for relief efforts on Saturday night, overpowering security personnel in the process. The incident follows similar events in Abuja and Suleja, Niger State, highlighting the growing frustration of Nigerians with government delay in the distribution of the palliatives as the economic hardship bites harder. The looters also targeted private stores, taking essential food items. The chairman of the Bayan Kara Market Food Vendors Association,...
A 30-year-old resident of Anguwan Dawaki in the Bauchi metropolis has been arrested by the Police for allegedly stabbing his older brother to death after an argument that ensued between them It was gathered that on Sunday, March 31, 2024, the two brothers argued when the suspect asked the victim to stop taking Cold Patch Liquid popularly known as ‘Sholi’ in their room because of the unpleasant odor of the liquid. Both of them became...
The Paramount Ruler of Lunguda Kingdom in Adamawa State, Kwandi Nuguraya, HRH, Kuruhaye Dishon Dansanda II, has described culture as an embodiment of peace that promotes development in all strata of life. Kuruhaye Dansanda asserted the 2nd edition of the Lunguda traditional wrestling competition and cultural display held in Guyuk, charged people of the kingdom to sustain their cultural heritage. The Monarch noted that culture promotes peaceful coexistence and enhances family values and economic...
The Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’ah Wa’ikamatis Sunnah Adamawa state under its Orphans Care Committee has distributed bags of rice, wrappers cloths among others as Sallah baskets to 2,500 orphans in the state. Speaking at the event which was held at Federal College of Education FCE Yola, the National Chairman of JIBWIS, Sheikh Abdullahi Bala Lau stressed the need for wealthy Muslims to assist the orphans and needy in society. Sheikh Lau cautioned vulnerable Muslims to desist...
The Yobe State Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee (known as Zauren Sulhu) has resolved 3,214 cases of various conflicts including farmers/herders’ clashes, communal disputes, marriage issues, and other forms of conflicts in the last three years. The committee which was inaugurated in 2021 has played a crucial role in resolving crises and clashes and currently working to prevent social vices like drug abuse that negatively impact the youth and children. Ustaz Babagana Malam Kyari, the Chairman...
As Christians celebrate Easter, they are told to pray for peace, security, and economic recovery for Nigeria. The National Publicity Secretary Arewa Consultative Forum, ACF, Professor Tukur Muhammad-Baba in a statement expressed solidarity with everyone during the holy season, characterized by God’s grace and mercy. The ACF acknowledged the challenging times faced by Nigerians due to economic, social, and political difficulties, including insecurity, and emphasized the importance of maintaining hope and not succumbing to despair,...
The Nigeria Police Force has announced the arrest of eight suspects linked to the brutal murder of six police officers in February. The officers were ambushed and killed on separate missions – one investigating a missing officer case and the other a rescue operation – near the Ohoro Forest in Ughelli North Local Government Area, Delta State. The killings sparked outrage and public outcry, with calls for swift justice. According to a statement released...
Popular social media critic Martins Vincent Otse, known by his online persona VeryDarkMan (VDM), was released from police custody late Sunday evening after nine days of detention. VDM’s lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the release via Twitter, stating, “After five days of back and forth, we have secured VDM’s release. Thank you to everyone who made this happen…” News of the release was met with celebration from VDM’s supporters who used the hashtag #FreeVDM to advocate...
