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Operatives of the Abia State Police Command have arrested three men for alleged illegal possession and trafficking of firearms in Obingwa Local Government Area. The suspects — Nworu John (65), Chikezie Ubani (65), and Collins Ukandu (55) — were apprehended in the early hours of Thursday following “credible and actionable intelligence,” the police said. Parading the suspects and recovered weapons at the Command Headquarters in Umuahia, the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Maureen Chinaka, disclosed that seven assorted firearms and ammunition were seized from the suspects. The recovered items include: – Two automatic pump-action rifles – Three locally-made double-barrel guns…

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has reaffirmed his administration’s strong commitment to securing the lives and properties of citizens. This commitment was highlighted during a courtesy visit from the new Commander of the 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, General Ahmed Olatunboju Balogun, at the Government House in Benin City. Governor Okpebholo assured the Nigerian Army of the state government’s full cooperation and continuous support in the fight against insecurity and other crimes. “Let me welcome you to Edo. In truth, we had a very good relationship with the outgoing commander, and I believe we will continue from where he stopped.…

Former Minister of Labour and Productivity, Chris Ngige, has been remanded at the Kuje Correctional Centre pending the hearing of the bail application. Justice Mariam Hassan of the Federal Capital Territory High Court issued the remand order on Friday, after the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned the ex-Anambra governor in court over a N2.2bn corruption allegation. The judge adjourned the case to Monday, 15th December, for the hearing of the bail application related to allegations of misappropriation of funds and abuse of office during his tenure as Minister. The EFCC claims that Ngige, alongside other accomplices, engaged in…

In a recent ruling, a five-member panel of justices from the Supreme Court upheld the death sentence of a woman convicted of murdering her husband, Bilyamin Bello, in 2017. The court, in a split judgment of four to one, reaffirmed the previous decisions made by lower courts, stating that the prosecution had proven her guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. The lead verdict, delivered by Justice Moore Adumein, emphasized that the Court of Appeal’s upholding of the trial court’s sentence was sound and could not be challenged. The Supreme Court also criticized President Bola Tinubu for attempting to grant her a…

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has again reduced its petrol gantry price, slashing the ex-depot rate from N828 to N699 per litre. Real-time market data published on Petroleumprice.ng on Friday showed that the refinery implemented another major downward review, cutting the Premium Motor Spirit benchmark price by N129 per litre — a 15.58 per cent reduction. An official of the refinery, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because he was not authorised to comment publicly, also confirmed the adjustment. He said, “The refinery has reduced petrol gantry price to N699 per litre.” The new price took effect on December 11,…

The Abuja Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday 11, December, 2025, arraigned the Commandant of the Nigeria Peace Corps, Dickson Akon and the Director of Finance of the Corps, Omolala Aminat Ahmed, before Justice H. B. Yusuf of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT High Court, Abuja. The defendants were arraigned on a two- count charge bordering on criminal misappropriation of funds allocated to the Corps Charge one reads: “That you, Dickson Akon and Omolola Aminat Ahmed in the year 2024 at Abuja, FCT, within the jurisdiction of this honorable court did agree among yourselves…

The ongoing screening of ambassadorial nominees in the Nigerian Senate has been marked by a heated confrontation between Senators Adams Oshiomhole and Ali Ndume over the nomination of Reno Omokri, a former presidential aide. The clash occurred during the second day of the screening process for President Bola Tinubu’s 65 nominees. Tensions escalated when Oshiomhole began to voice concerns regarding Omokri’s nomination, suggesting that public criticism of the list should not intimidate the Senate’s decision-making. Ndume interjected, emphasizing the need to adhere to Senate procedures, which require motions to be seconded for discussion to proceed. Oshiomhole, however, insisted on continuing…

Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Oborawharievwo Ewhrudjakpo, has reportedly collapsed and died on Thursday at the age of 60. Ewhrudjakpo, born on September 5, 1965, was a former federal lawmaker and had served as Bayelsa’s deputy governor since 2020. Details surrounding the incident are still emerging, and neither the Bayelsa State Government nor his family had released an official statement at the time of reporting.

In a recent Federal Executive Council meeting, President Bola Tinubu emphasized the urgent need for enhanced security measures in Nigeria, particularly in light of ongoing challenges related to kidnapping and terrorism. He has directed the National Security Adviser (NSA) and the Department of State Services (DSS) to revisit and strengthen previous security protocols to ensure the safety of all citizens. To address these pressing security threats, President Tinubu has instructed the formation of a committee tasked with implementing these directives without delay. He highlighted the importance of arming forest guards to better protect vulnerable areas and called for a more…

The United States House Appropriations Committee has reaffirmed America’s commitment to addressing religious persecution globally, with a focus on Nigeria, in a statement posted on its official X account on Wednesday. “America will not look away as innocent lives are stolen. Directed by @POTUS, Appropriators led an on-the-ground mission to inform a report on Christian persecution in Nigeria and guide policy recommendations. Religious freedom and atrocity response are central to our NSRP bill,” the committee said. The statement followed a visit to Nigeria by a delegation of US lawmakers, led by Congressman Riley Moore, under the direction of President Donald…