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A police inspector fatally shoots a sergeant following the apprehension of a cultist in Edo.

Edo police inspector Jonathan Okouromi is said to be on the lam after allegedly killing his fellow officer, Sergeant Abosele Akhere. The incident unfolded around 9 pm on Sunday, December 24, in Ikponwosa/Egban community, Egor Local Government Area of Edo state. The episode transpired as members of the Edo State Police Anti-Kidnapping Squad and the…

Military forces successfully eliminate 14 terrorists and liberate kidnapped individuals in operations conducted in Kaduna and Niger States.

Troops from the 1 Division of the Nigerian Army have successfully eliminated 14 terrorists and rescued 13 kidnapped individuals in operations spanning Niger and Kaduna States. The Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations for 1 Division Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Colonel Musa Yahaya, made the announcement in a statement released on Sunday, December 24, 2023.…

Tragedy strikes as a fire outbreak claims the lives of a mother and her two children in Nasarawa.

Mrs. Aminu Inusa and her two daughters lost their lives in a tragic fire that engulfed their residence in Andaha Town, Akwanga Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The devastating incident occurred on the night of Friday, December 22, 2023. The remaining two children of Mrs. Inusa sustained injuries and are currently undergoing treatment at…

CHRISTMAS MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA, HIS EXCELLENCY BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR.

Fellow Nigerians, Christmas is a special time of the year for all of us. For  Christians, this time of the year marks the birth of Jesus  Christ and celebrates the hope and redemption that are the hallmarks of Christ’s life. For people of all faiths, this is an opportunity to enjoy the company of family, celebrate life, and delight…

The government of Lagos State removes barriers installed by certain residents in Lekki.

To uphold the state’s urban plan and promote a healthier environment, the Lagos State government took action on Saturday, December 23, by dismantling privately installed gates on inner roads in Lekki Phase 1. These gates had previously caused significant accessibility challenges for residents. The affected roads and streets, enforced since the commencement of the operation,…

The Federal Government has officially declared December 25, 26, and January 1, 2024, as public holidays.

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, acting on behalf of the federal government, has officially declared Monday, December 25, and Tuesday, December 26, 2023, as public holidays to observe the Christmas celebrations. Additionally, Monday, January 1, 2024, has been declared a public holiday to mark New Year’s Day. In a statement signed by the acting…

Two members of a vigilante group have been apprehended by the police on charges of allegedly torturing a man to death in Abia.

The Abia State Police Command has apprehended two members of the Mbutu/Umuojima Vigilante in Osisioma Ngwa Local Government area. The suspects, identified as Onyebuchi Ukandu, a vigilante commander, and Emmanuel Onyebuenyi, were arrested for their alleged involvement in torturing a man to death. Confirming the arrest, the police spokesperson, Maureen Chinaka, released a statement on…

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