Police Probe Ondo Finance Commissioner as Aiyedatiwa Allegedly Opposes Questioning
The Nigeria Police Force is investigating Omowumi Isaac, the Commissioner for Finance in Ondo State, over allegations of criminal conspiracy, attempted murder, threat to life, assault and causing grievous bodily harm. Security sources also alleged that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa is mounting pressure on police authorities to halt further questioning of the commissioner, despite the probe […]
Police Operatives Accused of Extorting ₦8.6m from Students in Abuja
Some operatives of the Nigeria Police Force attached to Zone 7 in Abuja have been accused of extorting over ₦8.6 million from a group of university students after allegedly labelling them internet fraud suspects and threatening them against reporting the incident. The incident reportedly occurred in the Gwarinpa area of the Federal Capital Territory, where […]
Police Deploy 60 Operatives for JAMB Exams in Anambra
The Anambra State Police Command has deployed 60 “Safe School” operatives to examination centres across the state ahead of the 2026 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examinations scheduled from April 15 to 26. The command’s spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, said in a statement on Tuesday that the deployment is aimed at ensuring safety, security and […]
Iraq Says It Has Deals to Safeguard Oil Exports Amid Hormuz Disruption
Baghdad’s Oil Ministry says it has reached “understandings” with the United States and Iran aimed at reducing the impact of the ongoing disruption in the Strait of Hormuz on Iraqi crude exports. Oil ministry spokesperson Saheb Bazoun told the Iraqi News Agency (INA) that the arrangements involve coordination with both sides to ensure the continuity […]
France, UK Plan Talks on Hormuz Security Mission
France and Britain will co-host a video conference on Friday with countries willing to contribute to a “purely defensive mission” aimed at securing the Strait of Hormuz, the French presidency has said. French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will jointly lead the meeting, which is expected to focus on restoring freedom […]
Fayose Reiterates Claim of Plot Against Olubadan
Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has reiterated his allegation that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is plotting to remove the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, despite earlier denials from the state government and the palace. In a post on his official X account on Tuesday, Fayose insisted that recent developments in Oyo politics […]
Police Arrest 50 Suspects, Recover Anti-Aircraft Weapon
The Nigeria Police Force says it has arrested 50 suspects and recovered a cache of weapons, including an anti-aircraft launcher, in nationwide operations targeting terrorism, kidnapping and armed robbery. The operations were carried out by the Force Intelligence Department–Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT), according to a statement issued on Tuesday by Force Public Relations Officer, ACP […]
ADC Convention Holds Amid Venue Dispute Claims
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has insisted that its national convention will proceed on Tuesday in Abuja despite controversy over the use of the Rainbow Event Centre. Former senator Dino Melaye, a chieftain of the party, told journalists at the venue that the event would go ahead as scheduled, dismissing concerns about possible disruption. The […]
Tight Security as Court Delays El-Rufai Bail Ruling
There was a heavy security presence at the Federal High Court in Kaduna on Tuesday as former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, appeared for the ruling on his bail application. Security operatives were stationed at strategic points around the court premises, restricting movement and keeping journalists and members of the public at a distance as […]
Police Arrest Man for Buying Pistol via Snapchat in Delta
The Delta State Police Command has arrested a suspect for allegedly purchasing a prohibited firearm through social media after he was found in possession of a Beretta pistol. The arrest was confirmed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, in a video shared on Tuesday, where he displayed the recovered weapon and cautioned […]
