The Bauchi State Police Command has dismissed claims of inaction regarding the murder investigation of 70-year-old Mama Talatu Joshua in Gobir village, Kirfi Local Government Area, confirming that suspects have been arrested. In a statement, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Ahmed Mohammed Wakil responded to a petition from ADA-LIGHT KWALTINGS, SAMUEL & PARTNERS, which accused officers at the Kirfi Division of failing to apprehend the suspects and mishandling the victim’s body. “We received a petition concerning the murder of Mama Talatu Joshua,” Wakil stated. “The petition alleged inaction on our part, and we are here to set the record straight.”…
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In the dense forests of Gashaka Gumti National Park, a ranger on patrol pauses at the sight of an unusual movement in the undergrowth. A pangolin—its delicate scales glistening under the dappled sunlight—shuffles cautiously, its long, sticky tongue flicking in search of ants. It’s a rare moment of encounter, yet one tinged with urgency. Pangolins, the world’s most trafficked mammals, are disappearing fast, and conservationists like Tunde Morakinyo are sounding the alarm. As Nigeria marks World Pangolin Day, Morakinyo, the Executive Director of ANI Foundation, is leading the charge to protect these shy, nocturnal creatures from the relentless threats of…
The Edo State Government has accused leaders of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of fueling insecurity in the state, alleging that they are behind recent kidnappings and violent crimes aimed at destabilizing Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration. In a statement released on Tuesday, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Fred Itua, claimed that intelligence reports linked PDP leaders to the surge in criminal activities. He dismissed their public outcry over insecurity as “crocodile tears,” insisting that they are complicit in the crisis they claim to oppose. “The sudden concern expressed by PDP leaders is nothing but a smokescreen to…
In a successful rescue operation, troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) have freed seven kidnapped victims in Riyom local government council of Plateau state. The rescue mission, according to the Media Information Officer, Operation Safe Haven, Major Samson Nani Zhakom, was part of the ongoing Operation LAFIYAN.JAMA’A, which targeted Attakar high grounds in Ganawuri district. Acting on intelligence reports, the troops, according to the statement, launched an offensive operation in the area, identified as the hideout where kidnappers held victims abducted along the Jos-Ganawuri road on March 7, 2025. Upon engaging the kidnappers, the troops’ superior firepower forced the criminals to flee into the high…
In a concerted effort to curb the growing menace of drug abuse and its impact on road safety, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) have pledged to strengthen their collaboration. During an official visit to LASTMA Headquarters in Oshodi, Lagos, the NDLEA’s Assistant Commander General of Narcotics, Archie-Abia Ibinabo, emphasized the need for a unified approach to addressing drug-related issues, particularly among motorists. LASTMA General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to working closely with the NDLEA to combat the increasing use of illicit substances, especially among young people. He…
A High Court in Yola has adjourned proceedings in the case challenging the creation of the Fufore Emirate to April 3, 2025. The adjournment, granted by Justice Musa Usman, aims to give the defense counsel time to respond to a cross-affidavit filed by the Adamawa State government. During Tuesday’s hearing, lead counsel for the plaintiffs, M.M. Nuruddeen (SAN), requested additional time to reply to the state government’s affidavit, which was filed through the Attorney General. “We had previously taken an adjournment, and the state was supposed to respond within seven days. Unfortunately, their response was delayed. They applied for an…
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has reiterated the ban on the public parade of criminal suspects, reinforcing the Nigeria Police Force’s (NPF) commitment to upholding fundamental human rights and aligning with global best practices in policing. In a statement issued on Tuesday, by the the Force Public Relations Officer, at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IGP emphasized that the directive, which has been previously communicated to all police commands and formations nationwide, remains in force. The policy, as stated by him, aims to protect the dignity of individuals and ensure that suspects are not…
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has reaffirmed his commitment to delivering good governance despite what he describes as deliberate attempts to derail his administration. Speaking at a State Executive Council meeting in Osogbo, Governor Adeleke reflected on recent challenges in the state, emphasizing that his government remains steadfast in its mission to serve the people of Osun. “Last month was a very busy and turbulent one,” he noted. “We faced the misuse of federal power, from security agencies to judicial interpretations. A vicious, anti-democratic campaign was launched against our government. Osun was under siege in a manner nobody ever envisaged.”…
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved 13 road contracts valued at N679 billion to enhance infrastructure across several states, focusing on road rehabilitation and new construction projects. Following the FEC meeting, Minister of Works, Dave Umahi detailed the approved contracts, emphasizing the government’s priority on completing existing projects within available budgetary allocations. Among the key approvals, the Alkalari-Ukuk road in Bauchi state will be completed in phases, with phase 1 set for six months at a cost of N11.278 billion.Similarly, the Uturu-Isuikwato-Akara road in Abia state, will undergo a phased execution, with Phase 1 estimated at N5.926 billion. A significant new project involves constructing a…
The Katsina State Police Command, said it has recorded significant successes in crime-fighting, with 144 suspects arrested and 105 kidnapped victims rescued in February 2025. Speaking at a press conference, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, who represented the Commissioner of Police, Aliyu Abubakar Musa, provided an overview of the command’s achievements in combating crime across the state. During the review period, the police arrested 144 suspects linked to 128 reported major crimes, including armed robbery, homicide, kidnapping, and rape. Among those arrested were, 16 suspects for fire culpable homicide, 7 suspects for armed robbery, 1 suspect…