…makes stronger sanctions necessary, even as regulatory agencies intensify enforcement operations.“Drug faking has come to stay. Nobody should assume that it can be eliminated because it’s a very lucrative business. So, as they are doing, we should be thinking of how to checkmate them,” Ibrahim said.He urged the Nationa…
…Corps is one of the largest corps in the British Army, responsible for keeping military operations running by supplying equipment, ammunition, fuel, food, and water to units across the force. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!RLC soldiers are deployed both within the Unite…
…improved workers’ welfare, institutional efficiency and the modernisation of government operations were essential to achieving national development objectives. The Head of Service described salary administration as a matter of national interest, noting that the civil service and the wages commission had complementary r…
…Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, reaffirmed the NAF’s resolve to sustain decisive air operations against terrorist networks in support of ongoing efforts to restore peace and stability across the country."The Nigerian Air Force remained committed to working closely with sister Services and other security agencies to co…
…with the Transmission Company of Nigeria to stabilise the system and restore normal operations. The statement read, “The Nigerian Independent System Operator wishes to inform the public that at approximately 12:40 hours on Monday, 19 October 2026, the national grid experienced multiple trippings on the 330kV transmissi…
…coordinated raids across the Owan East Local Government Area of the State. He said the operations led to the recovery of 407.39kg of cannabis and other illicit substances, including 546 grams of loud, 114 grams of tramadol, four grams of diazepam, and three grams of swinol. The suspects, identified as Grace Ehimeka, 85…
…that the suspect was arrested at about 12:15 p.m. on October 17 during security operations in the area. Preliminary investigations reportedly indicated that the suspect was on a wanted list in connection with alleged terrorist activities within the brigade’s area of responsibility. The sources said troops had intensifi…
…response by LASTMA operatives, who promptly mobilised to the scene to coordinate rescue operations, secure the accident site and facilitate the safe evacuation of the casualties.”Make PUNCH part of your everyday experience.Add us to your Preferred Sources According to him, the bodies of the two deceased victims were ha…
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…from Otukpo. The victims were reportedly rescued at about 4pm on Sunday after days of operations by security personnel and local vigilantes to secure their release. Local sources said three other persons abducted by armed men along the same route were also freed during the operation. One of the sources, who confirmed t…
…team combed the surrounding environment and restored calm, while intensified security operations and monitoring are ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators. she said
…Abubakar and local stakeholders have publicly urged security forces to intensify their operations in Chikun Local Government Area to ensure the safe rescue of the family and other residents affected by recent security challenges. Watch a video of him making the appeal below... View this post on Instagram A post shared…
…the Strait of Hormuz," the official added. Furthermore, Iranian sources indicated that operations are moving toward a near-complete closure of the waterway for unauthorized vessels. Accoridng to Reuters, a US military official, speaking anonymously, confirmed that Iranian forces have altered tactical patterns following…
…living near the site of the October 5 Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash, as recovery operations continue and concerns over environmental contamination grow.The directive was announced on Wednesday in a statement signed by Idowu Ajanaku, the state Commissioner for Information and Orientation. The governor asked the Mini…
…urging the authorities to provide adequate funding and equipment and expand their operations where necessary. Meanwhile, the Mwaghavul Youth Movement reported the killing of Dauda Shamaki, 65, during an attack on Nchiya community in Mangu LGA on Monday night. In a statement signed by its Director of Public Affairs, Tub…
…growing concerns over possible environmental pollution and health risks as recovery operations continue at the crash site in Igbokoda, headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of the state. In a statement on Wednesday, signed by the state Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Idowu Ajanaku, the governor dire…
The Catholic Diocese of Gboko has suspended operations at its schools, hospital and parish in Ihugh, Benue State, citing repeated security incidents, damage to property and alleged harassment of personnel.The directive, effective October 12, 2026, affects St Winifred Secondary School, St Winifred Nursery and Primary Sc…
…and jurisdictional disputes between federal and subnational authorities were undermining operations and eroding investors’ confidence. Ayanleke urged the government to establish a clearer and more predictable regulatory framework, stressing that stronger partnerships between local and international stakeholders were cr…
…site. The development has heightened pressure on the military to accelerate recovery operations and address concerns over possible environmental contamination, with the community’s monarch and residents calling for urgent intervention by the federal and state governments. Meanwhile, the Senate has called for a comprehe…
…and resulted in the discovery of more than 20 illegal stores engaged in criminal operations within the complex. Officers found suspects in the process of blending and counterfeiting popular alcoholic beverage brands, revalidating expired and unsafe beverages for resale, and stockpiling banned imported products. Two sus…
…when I say Fairford is not unique in the UK," he said. He said MI5's Iran-linked operations had resulted in more than 50 arrests in Britain over the past 12 months.Russia, meanwhile, "remains aggressor number one", he said, citing sabotage, cyberattacks and a thwarted assassination plot in the United States. "You might…
…to spread propaganda, radicalise potential recruits, raise funds and coordinate operations across borders. He warned that the growing use of AI, drones and virtual assets had added new dimensions to the security challenges facing Nigeria and other countries in the region. “Emerging technologies add further complexity:…
…Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, had said there were no confirmed survivors, while recovery operations were ongoing. Speaking to our correspondent by telephone, Odidiomo said residents had been battling an offensive odour since the crash, attributing it to decomposing human remains yet to be recovered from the river. He als…
…government areas of Kebbi State over the reported influx of bandits fleeing military operations in Zamfara and Sokoto states. Aliero, who represents Kebbi Central Senatorial District, made the call in a motion on matters of urgent national importance before the Senate. He said surviving bandits had reportedly moved int…
…A330 twin-jet plane was searched. "The incident has ended with no unusual findings. Operations have returned to normal," an Israel Airports Authority spokesperson told Ynet. Delta operates a daily flight connecting JFK Airport and Tel Aviv. The flight left JFK just after 3:30 p.m. Monday and landed in Tel Aviv at aroun…