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The recent funeral service for victims of the Palm Sunday attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area, was marred by a protest led by local women demanding the release of youths detained by security forces. The attack, which occurred on Palm Sunday night, resulted in the deaths of at least 28 individuals and left several others injured, prompting a strong response from both the government and the community. The protestors, armed with leaves and chanting, blocked the entrance to the church where the mass burial was to take place, insisting that the detained youths be released before any…

The Kogi State Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of a fresh graduate of the University of Maiduguri, Aminu Lawal, who was murdered in Lokoja two weeks ago. The investigation comes on the heels of the cry for justice from family members, friends and neighbours who expressed worries that an arrested suspect connected to the matter might be set free due to the alleged pressure on law enforcement agencies investigating the matter from certain quarters. As a result of these worries, the Kogi State Police Command spokesperson ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat told journalists in Lokoja that detailed…

The Federal Road Safety Corps has recovered a suspected stolen Toyota Corolla in Nnewi, Anambra, demonstrating the effectiveness of the National Vehicle Identification Scheme in combating vehicle-related crimes. In a statement on Monday in Abuja, the Corps Public Education Officer, Mr Osondu Ohaeri, said the recovery was made on April 4 at the NVIS Desk Office in Nnewi. According to the News Agency of Nigeria, Ohaeri said the recovery followed a detailed verification process initiated during an attempt to process proof-of-ownership documents on the NVIS portal. He explained that suspicion was raised when the applicant’s chassis number showed inconsistencies during…

Former Senator representing Jigawa South-East Senatorial District, Sabo Muhammad Nakudu, has defected from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC). Nakudu, an APC chieftain, made the announcement while declaring his intention to contest theJigawa State governorship election in 2027 under the ADC platform. Speaking during his declaration, the former lawmaker expressed confidence in the ADC’s capacity to provide credible leadership and address the challenges confronting Jigawa State. Our decision is borne out of deep reflection and wide consultations with our supporters. We believe the ADC offers a credible platform to actualise our vision for…

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle, redeploying the Commissioner for Works, Felix Akhabue, to the Ministry of Water Resources. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Ikhilor. According to the statement, the governor directed that the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Works should take charge of the ministry pending the appointment of a new commissioner. The Edo State Government wishes to inform the general public that the Executive Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the redeployment of the…

A 37-year-old man, Opeyemi Olaniyan has been arrested for allegedly stabbing one Ayomide Oyekunle to death during a fight at a beer palour in Agbado area of the Ifo local government, Ogun state. The suspect stabbed the victim on the hand and stomach with a broken bottle while fighting with another person over N25,000 debt. The victim was reportedly rushed to Strong Tower Hospital, Giwa Oke Aro, for medical attention and died while receiving treatment. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Oluseyi Babaseyi, who confirmed the development, said the incident was reported to the command by the debtor. Babaseyi noted…

The Peoples Democratic Party in Kwara State on Monday declared its readiness to reclaim power in the 2027 general elections, insisting that the party has emerged stronger and more united following its recent national convention. The declaration was made by the state chairman of the party, Isa Adamu, during a post-convention rally held in Ilorin, the state capital. Addressing party supporters, Adamu described the gathering as a turning point for the party and the state. “Today is not just another political gathering. Today is a declaration that Kwara State is ready for a new direction… that hope is alive again,”…

Operatives of the Delta State Police Command’s Buffalo Team in collaboration with members of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria, VGN, Achalla Branch, have arrested four suspects and recovered substances suspected to be illicit drugs in large quantities. The suspects were arrested by the operatives during a “coordinated raid” at Hausa Market by the Customs Checkpoint along the Benin–Asaba Expressway on April 5, 2026. Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, disclosed this in a statement on Monday. The statement read, “On 05 April 2026 at about 1709hrs, operatives of the Buffalo Team, Delta State Command, in collaboration with…

Nigeria’s former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has signed a $1.2 million (about N1.9 billion) contract with a United States lobbying firm as he intensifies moves ahead of a likely presidential ticket contest within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Documents filed with the US Department of Justice show that Atiku engaged Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C., a Washington-based lobbying firm, under a 12-month deal signed on 10 March and formally registered with the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) Unit on 1 April. According to the filing, the firm will provide strategic advisory, congressional and executive branch engagement, and reputational management services targeted at…

Amnesty International has urged Nigerian authorities to investigate the tragic death of a 14-year-old girl in Maiduguri, Borno State. The rights organization reported that the girl was killed by a stray bullet while inside her home on April 4, during a wedding celebration nearby where military personnel were allegedly engaged in celebratory gunfire. According to a family friend, the teenager was preparing for a family wedding when the incident occurred. She had just finished applying henna with her mother and was excitedly getting ready for the celebration. The organization condemned the killing as preventable and emphasized the need for accountability.…