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Army, DSS, Police, Others Rescue 44 Kidnapped Oyo Pupils, Teachers Regain Freedom As Troop Smash Terror Network

July 11, 2026 Admin

After spending nearly two months in captivity, the 44 pupils and teachers abducted by terrorists in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have regained their freedom following an intensive month-long joint security operation led by the Nigerian Army. The victims, who were kidnapped on May 15, 2026, were rescued on Friday, July 10, after what the military described as a carefully planned, intelligence-led and well-coordinated operation involving troops of the Nigerian Army, the Office of the National Security Adviser, ONSA, the National Counter Terrorism Centre, NCTC, Defence Headquarters,…

Suspended EFCC Boss, Bawa Joins Emefiele In DSS Detention

June 15, 2023 Admin

Suspended Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa has joined the former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele at Department of State Services (DSS) detention. Emefiele has been in DSS custody since Saturday following his suspension by President Bola Tinubu Dr. Peter Afunanya, the Public Relations Officer of DSS disclosed this in a statement late last night, Wednesday, June 14, 2023. He said “Bawa was invited by the DSS in relation to some investigative activities concerning him. The statement reads: “The Department of State Services (DSS) has invited…

Delta Police Nab Eight Suspected Robbers, Cultists, Gunrunner, Recover Firearms July 14, 2026
The Delta State Police Command has arrested eight suspected armed robbers, cultists and an alleged gunrunner in separate intelligence-led operations across the state, recovering four locally made firearms, four live cartridges, one expended cartridge, a dagger knife and other incriminating exhibits. The command said the operations formed part of its sustained offensive against armed […]
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Odion r’Ode-in-Council Chiefs Hail Uwheru Monarch on Third Anniversary, Say Quiet Celebration Honours Late Bishop Muoghereh July 14, 2026
By Asakpa Ibobo The Odion r’Ode-in-Council Chiefs of Uwheru Kingdom have congratulated His Royal Majesty, Ajuwe Simpson Sapele Obruche (ACG), Obruche 11, Odion r’Ode of Uwheru Kingdom, on the third anniversary of the official presentation of his Staff of Office, describing his reign as one marked by visionary leadership, cultural renaissance and an unwavering […]
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BREAKING:Fake PFIPC DG Adeyemi Nabb As Court Order His Arrest ed July 14, 2026
The self-styled Director-General of the non-existent Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), Adeniyi Adeyemi, has been arrested following a warrant issued by the Federal High Court in Abuja. Adeyemi’s arrest came shortly after Justice Mohammed Umar ordered his arrest during proceedings before the court. The suspect had allegedly presented himself as […]
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Police Task POCACOV Coordinators On Community Engagement To Curb Crime In Anambra July 14, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has directed the eight Area Command and 54 Divisional Coordinators of the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV) to intensify grassroots engagement and stakeholder advocacy as part of efforts to strengthen community policing and prevent crime across the state. The directive was issued during a strategic meeting […]
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Bayelsa Govt Unveils New Welfare Package, Approves Additional Allowances July 14, 2026
….Recommits To Prioritizing Workers’ Welfare By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State Government, on Monday, unveiled a laundry list of fresh approvals covering new allowances, promotion arrears, and other welfare packages for workers in the state’s mainstream civil service, local government and education sectors, running into billions of naira. […]
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Anambra Police Foil Suspected Kidnap Plot, Arrest 66-Year-Old Over Alleged Fraud Gang July 14, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has foiled a suspected kidnap plot, rescued a victim and arrested a 66-year-old suspect over his alleged involvement in a criminal syndicate accused of defrauding unsuspecting members of the public across Anambra and Enugu states. The command’s spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed in a statement on Tuesday that operatives of […]
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Governor Oborevwori Pays Tribute To Nduka Obaigbena At 67, Hails Outstanding Media Legacy July 14, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated renowned media entrepreneur and Chairman of THISDAY Newspapers and ARISE News, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, CON, on the occasion of his 67th birth anniversary, describing him as one of Africa’s most influential figures in contemporary journalism. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir […]
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Rotary Club Confers Distinguished Media Service Award On Advocate Newspaper, Honours Warri NUJ Chairman July 13, 2026
By Ovie ‘Kobiruo The Rotary Club of Ughelli Metropolis has conferred its Distinguished Media Service Award on Advocate Newspaper in recognition of the publication’s exceptional contribution to the media industry, unwavering commitment to credible journalism and outstanding service to national development. The award was presented to the newspaper during the installation ceremony of […]
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Police Arraign Publisher Over Alleged Defamatory Reports Against Soludo’s Family July 13, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has arraigned the alleged owner and publisher of Igbo Times Magazine and iNews, Mr Ejike Ofoegbu, over the alleged publication of false and defamatory reports against the family of the Anambra State Governor. The command said Ofoegbu was arraigned before a competent court on Monday after investigations into a […]
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Anambra Police Arrest Three Women Over Alleged Child Trafficking, Launch Manhunt for Syndicate July 13, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested three women over their alleged involvement in child trafficking and launched a manhunt for other members of the syndicate, including suspected buyers of the trafficked children. The suspects, identified as Florence Nnakuzie, 45; Hannah Ugah, 52; and Chinasa Daniel, 27, were arrested on Saturday by operatives attached to […]
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