Police in Lagos Make Arrests of 428 Suspects from Black Spots
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Police in Lagos Make Arrests of 428 Suspects from Black Spots

Recently, the Lagos State Police Command reported the apprehension of approximately 428 suspects from various black spots scattered across the region. In a statement issued on Monday, the State Police's Spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed this information. These arrests took place in hotspots like Fagba, Orile, Mile-2, Oshodi, Dopemu, Alausa, and Ijora Badia. Following a screening process, individuals who were not involved in any criminal activities were promptly released, while others are set to face legal charges. Over the past four months, the police have arrested over 2,500 suspects believed to be involved in criminal activities during extensive raids on black spots throughout Lagos State.
Bello El-Rufai Denies Involvement in Contracts During His Father’s Administration
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Bello El-Rufai Denies Involvement in Contracts During His Father’s Administration

During a recent interview on ‘With Shuraim’ hosted by Yaya Abba, Bello El-Rufai, the current House of Representatives member representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency, refuted claims that he had any role in the awarding of contracts while his father, Nasir El-Rufai, served as the governor of Kaduna State. Nasir El-Rufai, who held the governorship position for two terms from 2016 to 2023, has come under fire for allegedly leaving behind a heavy debt burden amounting to $587 million, N85 billion, and N115 billion in contract obligations for his successor, Uba Sani. Uba Sani revealed that the state is now struggling with limited funds, making it difficult to meet salary obligations. Sharing his thoughts on his father’s leadership, Bello stated, “I believe he (Nasir) is an exceptional...
Informant aiding terrorists, Hamisu Abdullahi, captured in Zamfara
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Informant aiding terrorists, Hamisu Abdullahi, captured in Zamfara

In Zamfara State, a vigilante group known as Askarawa has successfully apprehended an individual named Hamisu Abdullahi, who was assisting bandits in coordinating attacks. Hamisu was taken into custody on Monday in Kabrawa within the Farfaru emirate, located in Maru Local Government Area of the state. Following his apprehension, he was handed over to security operatives. Providing this information was Zagazola Makama, a security analyst and counter-insurgency expert operating in the Lake Chad region. He shared these details through a post on his X handle on Tuesday. Makama disclosed that Hamisu's involvement in espionage, alongside his partners in crime, was a key factor in the attacks carried out on troops and communities within Maru and other Local Government Areas in Zamfara. "Duri...
Police arrest five robbery suspects terrorising passengers along Numan-Jalingo highway
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Police arrest five robbery suspects terrorising passengers along Numan-Jalingo highway

Five robbery suspects causing fear among passengers along Numan-Jalingo highway apprehended by police Authorities have captured five individuals believed to be behind a spate of armed robberies and abductions on the Numan-Jalingo route. In a statement released on Tuesday morning, the Adamawa State Police Command announced the arrests which were made on May 10, 2024, in collaboration with local hunters. "Following distress calls reporting an armed robbery incident on the Numan-Jalingo road in Adamawa and Taraba States, our team swiftly responded resulting in the apprehension of the suspects," the police revealed. According to the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Nguroje, the timely intervention led to the arrest of five out of the seven suspects involved in the criminal...
Thirteen dead in Zamfara due to outbreak of mysterious illness
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Thirteen dead in Zamfara due to outbreak of mysterious illness

In Zamfara State, a strange disease has caused the death of thirteen individuals. The affected individuals are mostly children and women as reported by NewsNow. Reports from hospitals and government sources indicate a total of 505 cases recorded in Maradun, Shinkafi, and Gusau local government areas in Zamfara. According to a source, the disease has also spread to Isa and Zurmi LGAs in Sokoto and Zamfara states after being first identified in Tsibiri village, Maradun LGA, back in February this year. The source mentioned that Tsibiri village has been grappling with this disease, resulting in four deaths, 228 cases, and 10 patients referred to the Shehu Shagari Disease Control Centre in Gusau due to complications as of Sunday, May 12, 2024. Most patients with minor complications have al...
The NSCDC has promised to enhance security in Kogi schools to prevent kidnappings
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The NSCDC has promised to enhance security in Kogi schools to prevent kidnappings

In Kogi State, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has vowed to implement measures to safeguard schools and shield students from kidnappers. During a visit to Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH) in Osara, Hammed Abodunrin, the Commander of the National Safe School Response Coordination Centre (NSSRCC) at NSCDC NHQ, Abuja, expressed this commitment. Abodunrin expressed concern over the abduction of CUSTECH students by suspected bandits, emphasizing the necessity to enhance security around educational institutions for the well-being of students. Last Thursday, suspected bandits raided CUSTECH in Osara and kidnapped an unspecified number of students, with 14 of them subsequently rescued. He described the abduction as regrettable and stated that his...
Four students reportedly apprehended by security for protesting tuition fee hike during UI SU inauguration
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Four students reportedly apprehended by security for protesting tuition fee hike during UI SU inauguration

Reports indicate that on Monday, University of Ibadan security personnel allegedly detained four students for staging a demonstration against the recent rise in the institution's fees. Following their arrest by the institution's security, the students were reportedly transferred to the Joint Security Network, also known as Operation Burst, as noted by NewsNow sources. Recent developments led to an increment in the school fees for students at the university, as per reports. Source During the inauguration ceremony of the newly elected Students Union executives, some students held placards bearing the message "No to fee hike." The event was attended by notable figures including the Vice Chancellor, Professor Kayode Adebowale, and other key personnel from the institution. It was gathered t...
Super Eagles’ Injury List Grows with Osimhen and Onyemaechi’s Inclusion for 2026 WCQ
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Super Eagles’ Injury List Grows with Osimhen and Onyemaechi’s Inclusion for 2026 WCQ

Adding to the injury concerns for the Super Eagles, Victor Osimhen and Bruno Onyemaechi are now sidelined ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin. Reports from NewsNow indicate that Osimhen was absent from Napoli's training session on Monday following an injury sustained in their Serie A match against Bologna over the weekend. Information from Napoli's official website suggests that the forward is undergoing recovery work for a muscle strain. As a result, his availability for Napoli's upcoming league fixture against Fiorentina is uncertain. Meanwhile, left-back Bruno Onyemaechi is already out for the rest of the season due to a knee injury. In addition to Osimhen and Onyemaechi, AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze is facing doubts for the upcomin...
April Inflation Rate for Nigeria Set for Release Wednesday
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April Inflation Rate for Nigeria Set for Release Wednesday

Set for disclosure on Wednesday, May 15, the Nigerian government will unveil the inflation rate for April. Typically, the National Bureau of Statistics releases its monthly inflation data around the middle of the month. Recent forecasts by the Financial Derivatives Company suggest that the country's headline inflation may climb to 34.25% in April compared to 33.22% in March. This projected increase is attributed to factors such as petrol scarcity in April, the ongoing foreign crisis, and other prevailing economic conditions. Additionally, Olayemi Cardoso, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, stated that the Monetary Policy Committee is committed to lowering inflation rates. Cardoso emphasized that the MPC will persist in elevating interest rates, which were at 24.75% in...
ADF Urges Tinubu to Confront Herdsmen’s Attacks on Innocent Nigerians
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ADF Urges Tinubu to Confront Herdsmen’s Attacks on Innocent Nigerians

In Southern Nigeria and the Middle Belt, the AlaIgbo Development Foundation (ADF) is appealing to President Bola Tinubu to address the ongoing brutal attacks on innocent citizens by Fulani herdsmen. The group expressed concern over the lack of law enforcement accountability in arresting and prosecuting these perpetrators. Chief Abia Onyike, National Secretary of ADF, emphasized in a statement the urgent need for the Federal Government to prevent Nigeria from descending into a religious conflict, warning of potentially catastrophic outcomes. According to ADF's statement, they are calling on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to address without delay the persistent killings of innocent Nigerians by marauding Fulani herdsmen in Southern Nigeria, particularly in the south-east and Middle Belt reg...