Two suspected kidnappers were neutralized during a joint operation by the Delta State Police Command and local vigilante groups on Wednesday, following a gun battle in Boji Boji Owa, located in the Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State. According to a statement released by the command’s spokesperson, DSP Bright Edafe, the operation was launched around 11 a.m. after police received credible intelligence about the presence of suspected kidnappers in a nearby forest within the community. The suspects reportedly opened fire when confronted by security operatives, prompting a shootout. The two men were fatally wounded during the exchange and…
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The Lagos State Police Command has launched a formal investigation into a disturbing viral video showing students of Excel College, Ejigbo, engaging in inappropriate behavior within the school’s boys’ hostel. The footage, which shows students drinking, smoking, and dancing, reportedly dates back to April 2025 but only recently surfaced online, drawing widespread condemnation from the public. Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, has ordered the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti, to take over the case from the Ejigbo Police Division. Prior to the SCID’s involvement, the principal—who also owns the school—had been invited for questioning. According to the police, the…
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has praised the successful coordination of the 2025 Hajj exercise, commending the dedication and professionalism of the State Hajj Committee. He also assured pilgrims and stakeholders of continued government support to ensure smooth operations in future pilgrimages. The governor made the remarks while receiving members of the Hajj Committee at the Government House in Yola, led by the Amirul Hajj and Emir of Fufore, His Royal Highness Alhaji Muhammadu Sani Ribadu. Fintiri described the 2025 pilgrimage as “hitch-free and well-organized,” crediting the success to the integrity and commitment of the committee members. He…
The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has destroyed a massive cannabis plantation weighing over 18,000 kilogrammes and arrested four suspects during a raid at Ugbogui Forest in Ovia South West Local Government Area. The operation, which took place on Thursday, September 11, was based on actionable intelligence and led to the destruction of a 6.79-hectare cannabis farm. NDLEA operatives also seized 120 bags of harvested and processed cannabis, weighing approximately 1,176 kilogrammes. In a statement, the State Commander Mitchell Ofoyeju raised concerns over the misuse of agricultural land for illicit drug cultivation, describing it…
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has directed the South South Zonal Caretaker Committee to take charge of the Cross River State chapter following the expiration of the tenure of the state executive committee today, September 18. In a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, the NWC said the directive is aimed at preventing a leadership vacuum in the state chapter and ensuring smooth party operations until a new executive is elected. The South South Zonal Caretaker Committee, headed by Chief Emmanuel Ogidi, has been mandated to oversee party affairs in…
The Gombe State Government has launched an urgent assessment of erosion and flood-related infrastructure damage across Gombe Metropolis and surrounding areas following days of heavy rainfall that caused widespread washouts and disruptions to public infrastructure. Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya directed all relevant Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to immediately conduct on-site inspections and recommend swift interventions to protect lives, property, and essential facilities. Acting on the directive, a high-level team led by Danladi Adamu, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Works and Transport, visited nine severely affected sites. The team included representatives from several ministries and Triacta Nigeria Ltd, a…
In a decisive step toward economic revitalization and job creation, Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has formalized a strategic partnership with Origin Group Nigeria, a prominent agro-food systems company. The partnership, officially announced in Yola, is set to unlock large-scale agricultural investments aimed at positioning Adamawa as a key player in Nigeria’s agricultural sector. Governor Fintiri assured the company of his administration’s unwavering support, including the provision of a secure and investor-friendly environment to ensure sustainable operations. “This collaboration aligns with our vision to transform Adamawa into an agricultural powerhouse,” the governor said. “We are ready to provide every…
Wrestling legend Rey Mysterio recently revealed that his daughter, Aalyah Gutierrez, stepped into the wrestling ring for the very first time and left quite an impression. In an interview with the Shoboy Show, Mysterio shared the proud moment, saying 24-year-old Aalyah had been asking him for over a year to let her experience the ring for herself. “She wanted the curiosity,” Mysterio said. “Like, what does it feel like? She’s never been in the ring. And she’s like, ‘Dad, when are you taking me to the ring just to play around or to get in there?’” The WWE Hall of Famer…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially announced the end of the six-month state of emergency in Rivers State, effective from midnight today. The decision marks the conclusion of a constitutional intervention aimed at restoring governance and public order following a prolonged political crisis that crippled the state’s executive and legislative functions. In a national broadcast from the State House, President Tinubu recounted the events that led to the declaration on March 18, 2025. He described the situation in Rivers at the time as a “total paralysis of governance,” marked by a deep rift between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Rivers…
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to overhauling the justice system, with a strong focus on grassroots access and digital transformation. Speaking at the 2025 Justice Sector Leadership Retreat held at the Musa Usman Secretariat’s International Conference Centre in Maiduguri, Governor Zulum emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts between state and federal institutions to drive sustainable legal reforms. “I reaffirm Borno State’s commitment to working with the Federal Government, the Judiciary, the National Assembly, and development partners to deepen reforms in our justice system, especially at the grassroots level,” Zulum stated. The governor outlined…