The Taraba State Government, under the leadership of Governor Agbu Kefas, has commended the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army for its unwavering commitment to maintaining peace and security across the state. The acknowledgment came on Wednesday during the 2024 Combined Headquarters 6 Brigade Nigerian Army West African Social Activities (WASA), held at the Jolly Nyame Stadium in Jalingo. Representing the governor, Secretary to the State Government, Barrister Gebon Timothy Kataps, praised the Brigade for its dedication to combating insecurity. He reaffirmed the state government’s resolve to continue supporting the Brigade’s operations into 2025. “The government deeply appreciates the dedication and professionalism of the…
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Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) delivered an electrifying performance to defeat Manchester City 4-2 in a pulsating clash that left fans on the edge of their seats. The high-stakes showdown, held at the Parc des Princes, showcased PSG’s attacking brilliance and tactical discipline against one of Europe’s strongest sides. Kylian Mbappé stole the spotlight, scoring twice and terrorizing the Man City defense with his pace and precision. Neymar and Ousmane Dembélé added to the tally with clinical finishes, cementing PSG’s dominance in the final third. Despite the loss, City’s Erling Haaland and Julian Álvarez found the back of the net, giving the visitors a glimmer of hope…
Arsenal delivered a dominant performance on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, securing a 3-0 victory over Dinamo Zagreb in their UEFA Champions League clash at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners wasted no time asserting their dominance, taking the lead in just the 2nd minute. Declan Rice volleyed home a stunning strike following a precise setup by Kai Havertz. Arsenal controlled the tempo throughout the first half, enjoying 75.1% possession and attempting seven shots, though they entered halftime with only a slender 1-0 advantage. The second half saw Arsenal maintain their attacking momentum, which bore fruit in the 60th minute. Leandro Trossard finished off a well-crafted team…
The Chairman of the Benue State Football Association and President of the Ratels Foundation, Chief Dr. Barrister Paul Edeh, has expressed his surprise and gratitude following his nomination for the distinguished Newstap and SWAN Five-Star Award. The nomination recognizes Dr. Edeh’s exceptional contributions to sports development and philanthropy in Nigeria. Speaking in Abuja after receiving the official nomination letter from the award organizers, Dr. Edeh noted that the honor aligns with his commitment to building an inclusive and development-driven society. As the founder of two women’s football clubs in Nigeria—Naija Ratels and Benue Queens (formerly Honey Badgers)—Dr. Edeh highlighted his passion for using…
The Nigeria Police Force has again announced significant progress in its ongoing campaign against crime nationwide, showcasing its commitment to ensuring public safety. In a press briefing at the Force Intelligence Bureau – Intelligence Response Team (FIB-IRT) headquarters, the police detailed its recent successes, including the dismantling of multiple criminal syndicates, the recovery of 134 firearms and 1,012 rounds of ammunition, and the rescue of 302 kidnapped victims. The police also revealed the arrest of 179 armed robbery suspects, 100 kidnapping suspects, 152 murder suspects, 34 individuals for unlawful possession of firearms, 77 rape suspects, and 110 suspected cultists. Additionally,…
The Adamawa State Police Command has recorded another success in its fight against crime, recovering a stolen Toyota RAV4 and arresting two suspects linked to the incident. According to a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, the recovery followed a complaint filed on 23rd December 2024 by Mr. Aliyu Umar of Wuro Hausa, Yola South Local Government Area. Mr. Umar, according to the command, reported the theft of his Toyota RAV4, bearing registration number RSH 548 BB. Upon receiving the complaint, the Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, swiftly deployed a team of detectives led by SP Habib Muhammed Musa, the Divisional…
By Percy Dabng The “Chess in IDP Camps” initiative in Adamawa State, Nigeria, is changing lives through the power of chess. Spearheaded by Vivian Ibrahim, a former beauty queen and founder of the Queen Vee Chess Academy, the program introduces children in Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps to the game of chess to build critical thinking skills, resilience, and open new doors for them. One of the program’s shining stars, 12-year-old Mary Victor Zira, has recently been enrolled into the prestigious AUN Academy in Yola, Adamawa, on a full scholarship, thanks to her stellar performance in a chess tournament. Speaking at Mary’s enrollment, Vivian Ibrahim expressed her…
The Taraba State Police Command has rescued two kidnapped victims during a raid on a kidnappers’ hideout in Isinyi Forest, Tapga Village, Ibi local government council. In a statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, Abdullahi Usman, the operation took place in the early hours of January 21, 2025. The operation which led to the arrest, was said to have been conducted by detectives from the Ibi Division, with support from local vigilantes and hunters. “Based on credible intelligence about suspicious movements by suspected kidnappers around 5:00 a.m., the team swiftly mobilized to the location and engaged the kidnappers in a gun battle.…
A prosecution witness, Ismail Lawal, revealed before a Federal Capital Territory High Court on Tuesday that former Taraba State Governor, Darius Ishaku, allegedly gave him $5,000 to relocate to Lagos to avoid questioning by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The EFCC had arraigned Ishaku and a former Permanent Secretary in the Bureau for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Bello Yero, on September 30, 2024. The duo faces a 15-count charge of conspiracy, criminal breach of trust, and the alleged diversion of N27 billion in public funds. While testifying, Lawal, a former system analyst with Excelarc Partners—owned by Ishaku—claimed he received the…
The Abia State Government has issued a stern warning to motorists and tricycle operators flouting traffic regulations, signaling a zero-tolerance approach to violations. It would be recalled that the State Harmonised Taskforce, has earlier raised alarm over the increasing number of one-way driving cases, disobedience to traffic wardens, and violations of traffic light signals, particularly in the bustling commercial hub of Aba. In a statement released by Prince Uzor Nwachukwu, the taskforce revealed that these infractions have caused numerous fatal accidents, including head-on collisions and pedestrian deaths, claiming innocent lives, especially in Aba and along the Umuahia-Aba Expressway last year. The government reaffirmed…