Osun police say six suspected Eiye Confraternity members have been arrested in Osogbo raids as investigations continue into alleged cultism, drug-related offences and criminal activities.
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Court Strikes Out Federal Government’s Charges Against Alleged Fake PFIPC Director-General Adeniyi Adeyemi!
The Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out the eight-count charge against Adeniyi Adeyemi, allowing the Federal Government to pursue a fresh prosecution before the FCT High Court.
Benue Attack: Nine Feared Killed as Suspected Armed Men Invade Ukum Communities!
At least nine people were reportedly killed in fresh attacks on communities in Ukum, Benue State, as residents fled, others remained missing and police awaited an official report.
Mother Reveals How Family Raised N6m Ransom to Secure Abducted NYSC Member’s Release in Imo!
A mother of a rescued prospective NYSC member has revealed how her family raised N6 million ransom during negotiations after kidnappers abducted 20 corps members in Imo State.
FBI Arrests 18-Year-Old Accused of Plotting ISIS-Inspired Mass Shooting at Mall of America!
The FBI has arrested 18-year-old Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud over an alleged ISIS-inspired plan to carry out a mass shooting at Minnesota’s Mall of America.
Gombe High Court Sentences Two Men to Death by Hanging for Armed Robbery, Murder!
A Gombe State High Court has reportedly sentenced Buhari Sule and Muktari Ali Hilami to death by hanging for armed robbery and the murder of Murtala Rabi’u, amid a series of recent capital-punishment cases in the state.
Troops Repel ISWAP Attack on Military Base in Borno as Terrorists Suffer Casualties!
Reported by Simon Daniel Yusuph l Journalist at Weng Global Nigerian troops under Operation HADIN KAI have repelled an attack by suspected Islamic State West […]
Police Confirm Inspector’s Death in Bandits’ Attack on Sokoto Community!
Police confirm the death of Inspector Isah Muhammad Girkau in a bandits’ attack in Shagari, Sokoto State, highlighting renewed concerns over rural insecurity.
Ondo Air Crash: NAF Opens Condolence Register in Abuja as 25 Victims Are Confirmed!
The Nigerian Air Force has opened a condolence register in Abuja after confirming that 25 people died in the NAF 931 ATR-42 aircraft crash in Ondo State.
Bayelsa Cult Clash: At Least Five Feared Killed as Police Arrest Suspects in Yenagoa!
At least five people are feared killed in a renewed cult clash in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, as police arrest suspects and intensify security operations.
Nine Killed, 12 Injured in Two Crashes Along Ogun’s Sagamu–Ijebu-Ode–Benin Expressway!
Nine people were killed and 12 injured in two separate crashes along the Sagamu–Ijebu-Ode–Benin Expressway in Ogun State in October 2019, according to the FRSC.
Dennis Hastert, Disgraced Former US House Speaker, Dies at 84!
Former U.S. House Speaker Dennis Hastert has died at 84. His career as a powerful Republican leader was later overshadowed by abuse revelations and a federal financial conviction.
18 Oyo-Bound Students Allegedly Abducted After Bus Driver Killed on Sokoto Journey!
About 18 Gamji College of Health Technology students from Sokoto are reportedly abducted while travelling to Oyo State after attackers allegedly killed their bus driver.
NAF Aircraft Crashes in Ondo While on Routine Mission From Benin to Lagos!
A Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State, while travelling from Benin to Lagos, with 32 people preliminarily reported aboard as search-and-rescue operations continue.
NDLEA Intercepts Over ₦5bn in Loud and Codeine Shipments at Nigerian Ports!
The NDLEA has intercepted Loud cannabis and codeine-based cough syrup worth more than ₦5 billion at ports in Lagos and Rivers State while arresting a suspected cocaine courier.