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The National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, Rauf Aregbesola, has said the Federal government led by the All Progressives Congress has failed to hit a high standard in the economy, security and other critical sectors. Aregbesola, who spoke in Osogbo, Osun State, on Tuesday during the unveiling of the ADC, also said the reign of the APC will come to an end in the next general election. The ex-Osun state governor, who had led the party mobilisation across the nine federal constituencies in the state, while addressing a large crowd of supporters who attended the unveiling ceremony in Osogbo,…

The Edo State Government, through the Edo State Development and Building Control Agency, has reaffirmed its dedication to enforcing urban planning regulations and reclaiming public spaces to ensure a safer and more orderly environment for development. This commitment was highlighted by the Managing Director of the Agency, Hon. Igabali Darlington Imoisili, during a recent demolition exercise in Etete, Benin City. The demolition targeted structures such as caravans, shops, and buildings constructed directly beneath high-tension electricity lines. Hon. Igabali was joined by Directors from the Agency and officials from the Edo State Parks and Garden Agency during the operation. In discussions…

A SaharaReporters investigation has uncovered allegations that officers of the Army, Police, and Nigeria Customs Service are part of a sophisticated smuggling syndicate generating between N4 billion and N6 billion every week along the Seme Badagry and Idi Iroko borders. The report claims that the network enables hundreds of trucks carrying foreign rice, vehicles, and other contraband to enter Nigeria from Benin Republic under official protection. According to border operators, officers posted to enforce border laws instead act as guarantors and escorts for smugglers, ensuring safe passage after financial settlements. Members of the Union of Pioneers Association a…

Parents school owners and teachers in the country have expressed worry over increasing abductions of schoolchildren and the fate of the 327 pupils kidnapped in Kebbi and Niger states. They note that with the current trend, no one is certain of the next educational institution that may be attacked. Schools in the North have faced a string of attacks in the past few days. On Monday, 26 schoolgirls were abducted from the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, Kebbi State. Two of them later escaped, leaving 24 still in captivity. On Friday, 215 pupils and 12 teachers were initially reported…

The recent actions taken by the Edo State Special Security Squad are a testament to the government’s dedication to creating a safer environment for all residents. By dismantling the kidnappers’ den and apprehending key suspects, the administration aims to instill a sense of security and trust within the community, encouraging residents to engage more actively in local governance and development initiatives. Governor Okpebholo’s approach to security emphasizes proactive measures, focusing not only on responding to crime but also on preventing it from occurring in the first place. This strategy involves collaboration with local communities, fostering an environment where citizens feel…

President Bola Tinubu says insecurity remains the most troubling challenge facing Nigeria, especially the Northern region. He said on Saturday in Kaduna that urgent efforts were required to rebuild trust, strengthen unity and restore safety across communities. Tinubu, represented by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, spoke at the 25th Anniversary of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) and the launch of its Endowment Fund. The president said insecurity must be tackled decisively to prevent further economic decline and educational setbacks. Tinubu said, “Nothing troubles me more gravely than the security crisis bedevilling Nigeria, especially Northern Nigeria, “We…

The Anambra State Police Command has rescued a three-year-old girl in Nnobi, Idemili South Local Government Area, following reports of conspiracy, child theft, and illegal harbouring. The child was allegedly stolen by Chioma Anioma, an apprentice in the victim’s household. After realising police were closing in, Chioma reportedly sold the child and fled to Calabar, Cross River State, to evade arrest. The girl was abducted in Atani, Ogbaru Local Government Area, but was rescued in Nnobi, Idemili LGA, after being sold. This information was released in a press statement by the Anambra State Police Command Spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, on…

Men of the Edo State Police Command have arrested a social media content creator, Osarobo Omoyemen, over false claims. According to a statement by the command’s PPRO, Moses Yamu, on Saturday, Omoyemen, popularly known as Madam Oil Rice, her online alias, claimed that she was kidnapped at Upper Sakponba Road in Benin and later rescued by police operatives who purportedly detained her at Akpata Police Station and collected N10,000 as bail. Yamu noted that following the report, the command immediately commenced an investigation, and findings revealed that the story was fabricated and deliberate. The statement read, “The Edo State Police…

Edo State Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, has appealed to the Federal Government to intervene in the land dispute between Edo and Delta states. The appeal was contained in a statement by the deputy governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Friday Aghedo, and made available to journalists in Benin, the state capital, on Saturday. Idahosa made the call while leading a delegation of state officials and members of the Edo State Boundary Committee on a fact-finding mission to disputed communities on Friday. As part of efforts to ensure peace, he urged President Bola Tinubu to use his office to guarantee justice, equity, and…

The Edo State Police Command has reported the recovery of the body of a 12-year-old boy, believed to have drowned in the Ikpoba River on November 17, 2025. The police spokesperson, Moses Yamu, stated that the body was found by operatives from the New Benin Division and has been sent to a hospital for autopsy. An investigation is currently underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the boy’s death. In light of this tragic incident, the police have issued a warning to parents and guardians to be more vigilant regarding the safety of their children, especially during the festive and dry…