…what initially appeared to be separate offences to a coordinated criminal network operating across multiple platforms and jurisdictions. The convicts were identified as Anthony Ikenwe, 29; Kevin Nwamma, 25, both Nigerians; and Hamza Bashir, 23. They were sentenced at Southwark Crown Court on Thursday. Ikenwe and Nwamma…

…stressing that responsible engagement with host communities is essential for sustainable operations and the successful development of oil assets. The Executive Commissioner for Development and Production, Engr. Enorense Amadasu, also urged the awardees to adhere strictly to their approved work programmes and other comm…

…public scrutiny before being enacted. He argued that key matters—accountability, operational independence, funding arrangements, constitutional protections, and oversight mechanisms—had not been given sufficient national debate before the bill became law. His intervention is coming on the heels of the 2027 elections in…

…₦200 million. According to him, the suspects were arrested during an intelligence-led operation while allegedly transporting vandalised railway materials from Niger State to Lagos. Describing the operation as a major breakthrough, Opeifa said it underscored the effectiveness of sustained collaboration between the Corpo…

…said the delegation visited the Office of the Head of the Civil Service to present operational challenges facing the ministry and seek guidance and intervention. He also praised Dr Kara for his open-door policy and commitment to ongoing civil service reforms in Taraba State. The Taraba State Civil Service Commission is…

…across the state. “The command advised motorists, particularly commercial vehicle operators, to ensure that their vehicles are mechanically sound before embarking on any journey. “Drivers are also urged to avoid conveying flammable or hazardous materials inside passenger compartments or in unsafe conditions, and to car…

…claims of how they were defrauded by the convict. It was also discovered that his modus operandi was luring members of his ministry into buying his "products" for prosperity which include; "miracle sticker", "spiritual dragon" "holyghost thunder" and others. by Linda Ikeji at 17/07/2026 7:01 PM | Share this Story

…Government has ordered the reopening of the school. The state government suspended the operations of the school in April following the death of the toddler, who reportedly died on March 17 after a bookshelf collapsed on her while she was asleep in one of the classrooms. The incident raised concerns among stakeholders i…

…alerted the Edo State Security Corps, which in turn contacted the police. Security operatives responded, arrested several young men and took them to the police station for questioning. He added that some of those arrested were later released after investigations. The statement said Ebhodaghe subsequently met with the y…

…IGP Disu Mourns Slain Sergeant, Hails Team for Successful Rescue By Kingsley Omonobi Operatives of the Police Special Intervention Squad (SIS) and the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) have said they approached the rescue of the 44 abducted pupils and teachers of Oriire schools in Oyo State with the determination to sa…

…Oyinlola handed over as General Officer Commanding (GOC), 3 Division, and Commander of Operation Safe Haven, to Major General Maxwell Dangana, who pledged to consolidate the security gains recorded in Plateau State and other parts of the Joint Operations Area. Speaking during the handing-over parade at the Maxwell Khob…

Two South African soldiers died on Friday after falling down a mine shaft during an operation targeting illicit mining, a police spokeswoman said. The deaths are the first military fatalities since President Cyril Ramaphosa deployed troops in March to bolster police operations against crime and illegal mining. The inci…

…teachers of Oriire LGA of Oyo State but failed to report same to the relevant security operatives. You thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 16(1) of the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022 and punishable under the same section of the Act.'' COUNT 5''That you ABDULRAZAK UMAR (A.K.A ABU KHALIFA/A…

…effect. It said the order also closes the regulatory gaps that have allowed fraudulent operators to prey on unsuspecting Nigerians and positions the country to benefit from responsible innovation in the digital economy. “It responds to a regulatory environment that has become fragmented as virtual assets increasingly b…

…and pupils successfully rescued last Friday following a joint military and security operation in Oyo State. The victims were initially seized on May 15, 2026, when heavily armed terrorists launched a coordinated assault on three separate schools within the Oriire Local Government Area. In a video circulating widely acr…

…suspected notorious dr#g dealer allegedly supplying illicit substances to armed b@ndits operating in Funtua Local Government Area and neighbouring communities. The suspect, identified as Sunday Eze, popularly known as Dunbuje, was apprehended by operatives attached to the Central Police Station, Funtua, following intel…

By Kingsley Omonobi Police officers comprising operatives on the Special Intervention Squad, SIS, and the Intelligence Response Team, IRT, have disclosed that they gave their all in joint coordination with the military and other security agencies to ensure the successful rescue of the 44 abducted pupils and teachers of…

…victims at the Government House. The victims were rescued during a coordinated security operation launched after gunmen attacked the unauthorised examination centre and abducted them. The Kogi State Government had announced on Thursday that the rescue was carried out by a joint team comprising the Nigerian Army, the De…

…only learnt of his d3ath through the state government's broadcast announcing the rescue operation. "I am John Olaleye Olayinka's brother, one of the teachers k!lled during the Oriire abduction. We never knew he was k!lled until we listened to the broadcast (by the governor," he said. He pleaded with the authorities to…

Woman details horrific ordeal her sister endured after one-chance operators picked her and drove her around Port Harcout for 5 hours A woman has shared the horrific abuse her sister was subjected to after she fell into the trap of one-chance operators in Port Harcourt. She explained that the one-chance operators drove…

…schools in Oriire Local Government Area regained their freedom following a security operation. Speaking in Yoruba which was translated to English by our correspondent, he explained that the abductors took charge of laundering the captives’ clothes once the smell from their bodies became noticeable. According to him, th…

…trade barriers through the AfCFTA Digital Trade Protocol and improved customs cooperation. She said that digital trade facilitation, transport connectivity and better logistics would reduce business costs across African borders. The minister said Nigeria could not determine timelines for other countries but expected co…

…was handing over the keys of houses to judges, and I asked myself under what law we are operating from, because it’s discriminatory and illegal. You must treat us equally in our country.” Falana clarified that he was not opposed to judges being adequately accommodated, stressing that judicial officers deserve decent an…

…ISWAP terrorists in ambush near University of Maiduguri Troops of the 73 Battalion under Operation HADIN KAI, in conjunction with local vigilantes, have neutralised two suspected ISWAP terrorists during a successful ambush operation along the Tamsukawu Road behind the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) in Borno State. T…

…the canal. Abimbola said the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) immediately led a team of operatives to the scene, where the suspect was taken into Police custody. She said the body of the deceased was evacuated to the General Hospital Mortuary, Yaba, for preservation and autopsy while the suspect remains in Police custod…