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Kebbi State Police Thwart Massive Cannabis and Live Cartridge Smuggling Operation

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The Kebbi State Police Command announced that it intercepted two trucks loaded with cannabis and 7,500 boxes of live cartridges, valued at N6 million, in Kebbi State. Three individuals were apprehended in connection with this illegal shipment near the Tsamiyya border in Bagudo Local Government Area. The suspects, Emmanuel Chukwuma, Kanta Bisa, and Shola Olufon, were en route from Ghana through Benin to Lagos when they were arrested. They managed to evade nine checkpoints in Ghana and Benin before their capture. Chukwuma claimed he was hired in Ghana and paid…

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8 Injured as Building Collapses In Delta

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Yesterday in Asaba, Delta State, a section of a multi-story building that was under construction collapsed, resulting in injuries to approximately eight individuals. The incident occurred around 5 p.m. while construction workers were actively engaged on the site. Although specific details about the incident were not immediately available, an eyewitness named Onyinye Okei shared that she and others who were selling goods nearby were startled by a sudden crashing noise. She mentioned that about eight people were injured in the incident and were promptly taken to the hospital by their…

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Bandits Strikes Giyawa Village in Sokoto: Four Killed, 18 Abducted

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A banditry attack was confirmed in Giyawa village, Goronyo Local Government Area of the state, resulting in the tragic death of four individuals. According to Ahmed Rufai, the State Police Command Public Relations Officer, 18 people were kidnapped by the attackers, who also stole valuables, including livestock. Fortunately, seven of the initially abducted individuals managed to escape from their captors and returned to the community, which had already seen many residents flee for safety. While some sources claim that over 30 people were abducted, the police assert that only 11…

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NURTW National President and Members Arrested for Public Disturbance and Homicide Charges

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The FCT Police Command has arrested Tajudeen Baruwa, the national president of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), along with more than 20 other members due to their involvement in public disturbances and breaches of peace. They are set to face charges in court, including criminal conspiracy, culpable homicide, and actions likely to incite public unrest. Following a conflict within the union at the Garki 2 office, the FCT Commissioner of Police, Haruna Garba, confirmed the arrest of 23 male suspects and the recovery of weapons, including three…

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Ogun State Police Pursue Suspects in N40.6 Million Knorr Seasoning Theft and Diversion Case

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Joseph Nwakpe and others are currently being pursued by the Ogun State Police Command for their alleged involvement in the theft and diversion of Knorr seasoning goods worth N40.6 million. This incident unfolded when Pedro Okanlawon, a transport manager at Lap Global Resource, hired them to transport 2,085 cases of Knorr seasoning from Agbara to Onitsha and Port Harcourt. The transportation was carried out using a customised Mercedes Benz truck with the registration number 3364N244722, featuring the inscriptions “Never give up” and “Ifeomachukwu” at the front. Despite Okanlawon’s efforts to…

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Cable Thief Fatally Shocked in Anambra

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A yet-to-be-identified man was electrocuted near the Faculty of Education building, close to the Department of Economics at Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka, Anambra State. The man, suspected of being a cable thief, had finished cutting a cable from a high-tension pole when he was electrocuted due to a sudden power restoration by the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company. His lifeless body was discovered dangling from the pole on Wednesday morning, and officials from the electricity distribution company, the police, and the university’s safety department were involved in retrieving the body.…

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Nigeria Customs Announces Agreement for Nigerian Importers to Clear Goods in Cotonou Ports

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The Acting Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, has announced that Nigerian importers will soon be able to clear their goods in the ports of Cotonou, Benin Republic. This development comes after a two-day meeting between customs officials from both countries to strengthen trade relations and combat smuggling. Adewale Adeniyi explained that this agreement builds trust in the customs systems of Benin Republic, allowing Nigerian importers to use Cotonou ports and clear their goods there. They will have the opportunity to pay duties for taxable goods in Cotonou,…

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Lagos Government Takes Swift Action Against Oshodi-Apapa Truck Congestion

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The Lagos State Government has given truck drivers along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway a 24-hour ultimatum to leave the road or face consequences. They have also stated their intention to seize vehicles and take legal action against violators after the ultimatum expires. The Head of Operations for the Lagos State Special Committee on Apapa Gridlock, Mr. Hassan Adekoya, emphasized that they have engaged with stakeholders in meetings to stress the importance of keeping the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway and Apapa Road clear of trucks. Adekoya assured that their enforcement team would restore order…

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Tragic Loss in the Music Industry: Nigerian Artist MohBad Passes Away at 27

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In a shocking turn of events, the Nigerian music industry has been plunged into mourning as the talented rapper, singer, and songwriter, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, professionally known as MohBad, has tragically passed away at the tender age of 27. The devastating news was confirmed by YBNL Music Executive and renowned singer, Olamide, who took to his social media account to share the heartbreaking announcement. In a somber post accompanied by a heartbreak emoji, Olamide expressed his grief with a simple yet poignant message: “Damn! Mohbad”💔. MohBad, who once held a…

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University of Jos Students Stage Protest Against Fee Hikes, Demand Reversal

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Students from the University of Jos in Plateau State protested on Tuesday, blocking campus roads due to increased school fees and additional service charges.Organized by the Students Union Government, they demanded an immediate rollback of these fee hikes.Holding placards with messages like “If your children can afford the money, we can’t” and “We don’t want to drop out of school,” the students emphasized that Nigerians were already facing significant hardships, urging authorities not to worsen the situation with more fee increases. Share on: WhatsApp

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