…SaharaReporters on Tuesday evening, August 4, that the arrests followed intelligence indicating that the soldiers participated in an illegal deployment at the celebrity wedding held in Lekki, Lagos State, over the weekend. According to a top military source, the soldiers were apprehended on Tuesday morning as investiga…

…they have reportedly reserved the Savoy Palace hotel for their reception, with a source indicating, "Guests at the hotel have been informed that two floors will be unavailable on Friday and Saturday, along with several bar areas." There were also speculations about Ronaldo and Rodriguez marrying in Sintra, Portugal, on…

…Abdullahi Muhammad and Danbala Jibrin, leading to the arrest of other members of the syndicate. “Further investigation led to the arrest of several other members of the syndicate. They will be prosecuted in accordance with the law,” he added. In another operation, operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, acting on credi…

…more forcefully to government. What is really the problem with Umahi? Is it that he is handicapped on the job? Is he not getting the necessary support to perform his task successfully? I ask because during the budget defence he told the Senate committee that the federal ministry of finance only released 9 percent of hi…

…ring linked to the QNET/IGNITE group, arrested 12 suspects, including the alleged syndicate leader, and rescued two victims in coordinated operations across Lagos State. In a statement issued on Tuesday, 4th August, the NIS Public Relations Officer, AS Akinlabi, said the arrests followed actionable intelligence on traf…

…his brother, adding that the police owed the community an explanation after previously indicating that he was no longer in custody.Ekpe maintained that the community was not seeking to prejudice the investigation but wanted everyone with possible links to the case to be thoroughly investigated so that justice would be…

…and kill all your children,'" he said. However, another account from community leaders indicated that one of the six children survived and is currently receiving treatment for critical injuries. For many residents, the fate of that lone child represents both the unimaginable cruelty of the attack and the fragile hope t…

…counterfeit pharmaceutical products and arrested two suspected members of a syndicate involved in the interstate and cross-border distribution of fake drugs. The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Fatai Tijani, disclosed this on Monday while briefing journalists at the command’s Violent Crime Response Unit in…

The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested members of a fraud syndicate and a suspect in a N10.5 million breach of trust case as part of major breakthroughs in its fight against crime across the state. Arewa PUNCH gathered that this was contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Dutse, the state capital on…

…Protection. "He [Àlvarez] had threatened her on several occasions, and everything indicates, and this will be proven, that the son asked his father, R-1, to carry out the femicide," the official said. Cops have not yet arrested Francisco Àlvarez or the gunman who carried out the ass@ss!nation. Just hours before the…

…off the area and conducted thorough searches of identified huts where intelligence indicated the militants were residing," he said. According to him, troops recovered five empty cartridges, a military camouflage vest, a police camouflage vest, a military pullover, and a military jungle hat during the operation. He adde…

…debate over the President’s academic credentials, suggesting that INEC should clearly indicate whether candidates meet constitutional requirements whenever questions arise over submitted documents. He further attributed weak political accountability to both political leaders and voters, warning that vote-buying continu…

…which he estimated at about ₦414,400.He added that although the acknowledgement slip indicated the passport would be ready on April 1, officials crossed out the date and informed him it had been automatically generated by the system, while the consulate’s website stated that passport processing takes between three and…

…2026, and transferred to Bekwai DOVVSU to assist with investigations. Court documents indicated that during investigations, the accused admitted to the offence in his caution statement before he was charged and put before the Bekwai Circuit Court. After hearing the case, the court found Donkor guilty and sentenced him…

…to be in Côte d'Ivoire, and to apprehend other members of the suspected trafficking syndicate. Meanwhile, Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, Yemi Oyeniyi, has commended the officers involved in the operation. Oyeniyi reaffirmed the command's commitment to combating human trafficking and other forms of organis…

…examination malpractice, dismantled several impersonation and result-falsification syndicates, and repeatedly warned parents against aiding candidates to cheat during the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.

…to the South-West zonal youth leadership and other zones across the country is a clear indication of her commitment to empowering young people and strengthening our capacity to serve the party and the nation better,” Daramola said. He added that the gesture would further deepen the bond between the party’s youth wing a…

…credible election. The campaign council said reports from communities across the state indicated growing concerns among residents over alleged acts of intimidation and violence linked to political activities. It stated: “Our independent assessment and engagements with voters across the state reveal a common sentiment.…

…the economy for over a decade.A strong and stable currency remains one of the biggest indicators of an economy’s resilience, helping to curb inflation, lower import costs, attract foreign investment and strengthen consumer purchasing power.Against a backdrop of global economic uncertainty, Forbes has released its ranki…

…support."Despite the controversy and criticism surrounding the failed proposal, reports indicate that Infantino intends to seek another term as FIFA president in the organisation's 2027 elections. by Linda Ikeji at 02/08/2026 12:45 PM | Share this Story

Suspected k!llers of soldier arrested as troops dismantle criminal syndicate, recover stolen weapons in interstate operation Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested three suspected members of a criminal gang linked to the ambush that k!lled a soldier and injured another, recovering stolen military weapons and additio…

…staff. Sadiq Umar – Getty image The injury is not considered serious, with reports indicating the former Almería forward could return to full training within 10 days if his recovery progresses as expected. That timeline would make Sadiq available for Valencia’s opening La Liga fixture against Celta Vigo, easing concern…

…removed graduallyAlthough the government ruled out an immediate tariff increase, Tegbe indicated that electricity subsidies would eventually be phased out as reforms improve efficiency across the sector.According to him, subsidy removal will happen alongside improvements in service delivery, wider metering coverage and…

…against Iranian targets, while also pausing such plans on several occasions after indicating that mediators had reported progress toward a negotiated settlement. Planned US, Israeli strike on Iran suspended amid hopes of diplomatic breakthrough – Trump

…to defer to vested political interests. “That is the only way to avoid this type of indictment. However, the case may still go to the Supreme Court.” On recommendations to ensure Nigerians trust the judiciary, he said: “The judiciary is one of the state institutions in which there is considerable public mistrust becaus…