1. Bandits from Katsina State Terrorize Kano Communities
Residents of Shanono Local Government Area in Kano State are pleading for government intervention as armed bandits from neighbouring Katsina State continue to attack their communities.Alhaji Yahaya Bagobiri, leader of the Farin-Ruwa community, confirmed that these recurring attacks have led to deaths, kidnappings, and cattle rustling. The communities feel abandoned due to the lack of adequate security presence.
2. South East Nears Creation of an Additional State
The Joint Committee of the Senate and House of Representatives on Constitution Review has unanimously approved the creation of an additional state in the South East geopolitical zone.This move is aimed at balancing the political structure of the country and would bring the number of states in the region to six, addressing a long-standing issue of regional parity.
3. Ortom Vows to Reclaim Benue for PDP in 2027
Former Governor of Benue State and leader of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP), Samuel Ortom, has declared his commitment to repositioning the party to win back the state in the 2027 general elections. He made this declaration in Makurdi while hosting members of the PDP G-14 and other stakeholders, emphasizing unity and strategic planning.
4. Truck Plunges into Bus Station in Lagos Accident
A devastating accident occurred on the Oshodi bridge along the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway early Saturday.A fully loaded truck carrying toner printing materials lost control while descending the bridge, skidded off the road, and plunged into the bus station below. Eyewitnesses reported significant damage, though the exact number of casualties was not immediately confirmed.
5. Obasanjo Holds Memorial for Late Wife, Stella, 20 Years On
Former PresidentOlusegun Obasanjo and his family held a memorial service on Saturday to mark the 20th anniversary of the death of his wife, former First Lady Mrs. Stella Obasanjo. The service was held at the Chapel of Christ the Glorious King within the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) in Abeokuta.
6. Edo Police Investigate Brutal Attack and Maiming of Young Men
The Edo State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation after viral videos showed two young men being brutally attacked,with one having his hand severed. The police have urged the public to remain calm and have promised to bring the perpetrators to justice.
7. Delta Police Arrest Suspected Arms Peddler and Female Accomplice
The Police Command in Delta State has announced the arrest of a suspected arms peddler.According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, a female suspect was also arrested alongside the main suspect during the operation in Warri.
8. Sokoto Police Arrest Lover, Accomplices for Gruesome Murder
The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested four suspects,including a young woman named Rukayya Amadu, for the murder of a man, Ali Salisu. Police investigations revealed that the victim was lured to his death in Gidan Kacha village by his girlfriend, who allegedly conspired with another lover, Hamisu Ibrahim, to rob and kill him.
9. Kebbi PDP Faction Rejects Reported Nomination of National Chairman
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) in Kebbi State has rejected the reported nomination of Alhaji Kabiru Tanimu as the party’s National Chairman. The party’s spokesperson in the state, Alhaji Sani Dododo, stated this while briefing newsmen in Birnin Kebbi, citing a lack of due process.
10. Lagos Police Confirm Death of Festac DPO, CSP Ngbaronye
The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the passing of the Divisional Police Officer(DPO) of Festac Division, CSP Mrs. Matilda Ngbaronye. She died on Friday after undergoing surgery at a private medical centre in Surulere. The police commissioner described her death as a great loss to the command.
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