Police have debunked reports of a terrorist attack at Asaba International Airport, clarifying that the security operation was part of Nigeria’s Rapid Response 3 crisis simulation.
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NDLEA Destroys Cannabis Farm in Edo, Arrests Three Suspected Traffickers!
NDLEA operatives have destroyed a cannabis plantation in Edo State and arrested three suspected drug traffickers during an intelligence-led operation in Owan West.
NSCDC Arrests Father, Son and Nephew Over Alleged Electricity Cable Theft in Osun!
NSCDC in Osun State arrests a 60-year-old man, his son and nephew over the alleged theft of electricity cables kept for safekeeping in Iwo.
Kaduna Says Security Gains Have Restored More Than 500,000 Hectares of Farmland to Farmers!
Kaduna State says more than 500,000 hectares of farmland previously affected by insecurity have been recovered, allowing farmers to return as the government combines security operations, community engagement and agricultural investment.
Drought: Jigawa Community Turns to Prayer as Prolonged Dry Spell Threatens Farmlands!
Residents of Basirka, Jigawa State, have held a three-day special prayer for rainfall as a prolonged dry spell threatens farmlands and raises concerns over agricultural production.
Tinubu Orders Release of Funds to Regional Development Commissions, Warns Against Waste!
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the timely release of approved funds to Nigeria’s regional development commissions and urged them to pursue private investment, accountability and long-term regional development.
Anambra Police Arrest Mother Over Alleged Hot-Knife Injury to Seven-Year-Old Daughter!
Anambra police have arrested a 32-year-old woman over allegations that she severely injured her seven-year-old daughter with a heated knife in Awada-Obosi.
RMAFC Chairman Shehu Says Corruption Goes Beyond Bribery, Calls for Stronger Accountability in Public Office!
RMAFC Chairman Mohammed Bello Shehu says corruption extends beyond bribery and fund diversion, highlighting abuse of office, favouritism and conflicts of interest.
Nigeria High Commission to Refund £50 to UK Passport Applicants Who Paid £70 Fee!
Nigeria High Commission in the UK will refund £50 to passport applicants who paid a £70 administrative fee, restoring the standard charge to £20.
Ogun Group Seeks Justice as Police Hunt Man Over Alleged Sexual Assault of 17-Year-Old Boy!
Ogun Police are hunting a man identified as Kola over the alleged sexual assault of a 17-year-old boy in Abeokuta as calls grow for justice and a sensitive investigation.
Peter Obi Pays Tribute to 9/11 Victims, Urges World to Choose Peace Over Hatred!
Peter Obi pays tribute to victims of the September 11 attacks in New York and calls for peace over hatred as the United States marks 25 years since 9/11.
Nonye Soludo Condemns Alleged Child Sexual Abuse in Onitsha, Calls for Thorough Investigation!
Nonye Soludo has condemned the alleged sexual abuse of a child in Onitsha, calling for a thorough investigation as police investigate the case and rescue four children.