Residents of Tuomo community in Delta State have successfully rescued a kidnapped Army officer, identified as Major Josiah, from a forest hideout after a dramatic abduction. How the Kidnap Happened According to local sources, the officer was abducted on Sunday night in Bomadi Local Government Area when armed youths invaded his lodge. The attackers reportedly ransacked his residence before whisking him away to the creeks of nearby Burutu Local Government Area. Rescue Efforts by Villagers The turning point came when villagers discovered a suspicious abandoned vehicle in a forest area. Upon searching further, they found the kidnapped officer tied up…
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The Niger State Police Command has announced the arrest of a suspected gunrunner found with locally manufactured firearms and live ammunition in Makera town. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, the arrest was made on Thursday, September 5, 2025, around 8:30 p.m. by a patrol team attached to Mashegu Division. The suspect, identified as a native of Guiye-Doko village in Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State, was intercepted with: Two locally fabricated guns Six rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition During interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed that he had purchased the firearms in Soba village, Mashegu…
In a heartbreaking development, the Yobe State Government on Wednesday carried out a mass burial for 84 victims of a violent attack on Mafa community, located in Tarmuwa Local Government Area. According to the state’s Police Public Relations Officer, Dungus Abdulkarim, the assault was carried out by approximately 150 heavily armed Boko Haram fighters, who stormed the village on over 50 motorcycles, wielding rifles and rocket-propelled grenades. “The assault caused massive damage, burning shops and homes and driving nearly all the villagers to flee to Babangida,” Abdulkarim confirmed. The attack not only claimed dozens of lives but also left the…
Former Labour Party governorship candidate in Imo State, Athan Achonu, has voiced strong concerns about how state governors manipulate Nigeria’s democratic system by controlling local governments. Speaking during an interview on News Central’s Breakfast Central, Achonu explained that the undue influence governors wield at the grassroots level allows them to determine who emerges in the Senate, House of Representatives, and House of Assembly. According to him, this imbalance has made Nigerians lose faith in governance structures that were originally designed to protect citizens’ interests. “Nobody has faith in anything in this country anymore. The judiciary is a problem, the legislature…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Monday visited Abubakar Malami, former Attorney-General of the Federation, after the latter’s convoy was violently attacked in Birnin Kebbi. According to eyewitness accounts, the attack happened close to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) secretariat, where several vehicles were vandalized and multiple supporters sustained injuries. Reports indicate that nearly 10 vehicles were damaged in the confrontation. Malami, in his reaction, described the incident as politically motivated, accusing rival thugs of targeting his convoy with stones and weapons. He stressed that such actions undermine peace and security ahead of the forthcoming elections. In response, Atiku strongly…
Former lawmaker and outspoken political figure, Dino Melaye, has voiced strong criticism against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring that the party’s dominance in Nigerian politics is nearing its end. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time, Melaye argued that while APC has “conquered” the nation since assuming power in 2015, Nigerians are now more vigilant and determined to protect their votes in the 2027 general elections. “There are issues of misgovernance and maladministration out there. Those are the issues I think we should discuss. The APC came, saw and conquered, but 2027 will be a different…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has a new Comptroller for its Kebbi Area Command, Mahmoud Ibrahim, who officially took charge on Monday at the Command’s headquarters in Birnin Kebbi. During the handover ceremony, Comptroller Ibrahim pledged to intensify the fight against smuggling and strengthen revenue generation within the state. Kebbi’s unique position, sharing borders with Niger and Benin Republics, makes it a critical zone for Nigeria’s economy and national security—something he says requires heightened vigilance. His Five-Point Agenda The new Comptroller unveiled a clear five-point strategy for his administration: Stronger anti-smuggling operations to curb illegal trade. Enhanced revenue mobilisation through…
Chelsea have been handed a huge lift ahead of this weekend’s Premier League clash against Brentford, as both Romeo Lavia and Benoît Badiashile returned to first-team training. Lavia, who has been sidelined with a muscle injury since June’s Club World Cup fixture against Benfica, was spotted training with the squad on Monday. His comeback marks a key step in strengthening Chelsea’s midfield options. Meanwhile, defender Badiashile, who has yet to feature this season due to a persistent fitness issue, was also pictured training alongside his teammates. His return adds depth to Chelsea’s defensive line, which has been hit by injuries…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibadan Zonal Directorate, has recorded another major win in its fight against cybercrime. A total of 21 online fraudsters were convicted before the Federal High Court and the High Court of Oyo State, both sitting in Ibadan. According to reports, the convicts — including Waheed Hamid Aromose, Aliu Abayomi Victor, Ugbe Emmanuel Ukali, Ajewole Segun Abraham, and 17 others — faced charges ranging from impersonation and obtaining money by false pretense to unlawful retention of proceeds of crime. All defendants pleaded guilty to their respective charges. As a result, the courts handed down…
Popular American activist and CEO of conservative youth movement Turning Point USA, Charlie Kirk, was shot on Wednesday during a live event at a Utah college. According to Turning Point’s Public Relations Manager, Aubrey Laitsch, Kirk was struck in the neck during the program. “We are confirming that he was shot, and we are praying for Charlie,” Laitsch said in a statement. Footage circulating online shows Kirk addressing a crowd under a tent marked with the slogans “The American Comeback” and “Prove Me Wrong” moments before the attack occurred. The video quickly went viral, drawing shock and concern across social…