Terror struck parts of Zamfara State on Friday evening as heavily armed bandits launched a fresh assault on communities along the Mayanchi–Anka highway, killing one person and abducting several others. Eyewitnesses said the attackers, who operated for hours, blocked the busy highway and opened fire sporadically, forcing travellers and residents to flee into nearby bushes for safety. One of the survivors, Malam Muhammad Ahmad, recounted that the bandits intercepted vehicles and whisked away several passengers. “They stopped us on the road and took many people away. Some of us managed to run into the bushes and hide among tall crops.…
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The Ondo State Police Command has arrested ten suspects following a violent attack on Igoba community in Akure North Local Government Area, where hoodlums allegedly attempted to assassinate the traditional ruler, Oba Adinlewa John. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola, confirmed the arrest in a statement on Saturday, saying the incident occurred on October 2 at about 11:30 a.m. According to the statement, the attackers — armed with guns, knives, charms, and other dangerous weapons — invaded the community, injuring a resident identified as Mrs. Ogunoye Oluomo and dispossessing her of her valuables before heading to the…
Residents of No. 22B Omoruyi Street in Benin City have been gripped by fear after suspected members of the Reformed Ogboni Fraternity allegedly assaulted a family of five in their home. The attack, which occurred on May 19, was reportedly led by a senior member of the group, who stormed the residence of Mr. Osamwonyi Martins Oghagbon and physically assaulted him and his family. Mr. Oghagbon, the eldest son of the late Pa. Anthony Oghagbon, said to have been a member of the Reformed Ogboni Fraternity before his death in December 2024 was allegedly targeted after refusing to succeed his…
The Executive Director of the Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD), David Anyaele, has narrated how President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as governor of Lagos State, facilitated his rehabilitation after Sierra Leonean rebels amputated his hands in 1999. Anyaele shared his experience on Friday during the Nkata Umuibe, a monthly speakers’ series organised by the Centre for Memories (CFM) in Enugu, themed “Onye Aghana Nwanne Ya.” He recalled that he was attacked by fighters of the Revolutionary United Front (RUF), the rebel group that fought in Sierra Leone between 1991 and 2002, during a business trip to Freetown. According to him,…
The Kebbi State Police Command says its operatives, in collaboration with local vigilantes, have killed three suspected bandits during a joint operation in Gorun Yamma village, Dandi Local Government Area of the state. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Friday in Birnin Kebbi. He said the Divisional Police Officer in Kamba, Muhammed Bello, acting on credible intelligence, led a team of security personnel to the area, where they engaged the armed bandits in a fierce gun duel that lasted several hours. Abubakar explained that the encounter led to the death…
The Fulani community in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State has called for an immediate end to what it described as unprovoked attacks on its members and the killing of their livestock by suspected youths in the area. The appeal was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary of the group, Abdullahi Yusuf, who urged security agencies and the Plateau State Government to intervene to prevent further violence. Yusuf alleged that on Thursday, October 2, 2025, suspected Berom youths attacked a Fulani herder, identified as Aliyu Sale Shehu, around Rim community in Rim Ward, leaving him with gunshot…
The Ondo State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into the reported assault on the Onidogun of Idogun, Oba Moses Bakare, his wife, and their son, Prince Victor Bakare. The incident, which occurred on Friday in the Ishara quarters of Idogun, Ose Local Government Area, was said to have disrupted the town’s New Yam Festival celebrations. Prince Victor, who had returned home for the festival, was allegedly beaten by some youths in the community. Narrating his ordeal to journalists at the palace, Prince Victor, with visible injuries, claimed the assailants subjected his family to humiliation. He alleged: “the youths…
A blaze has ravaged a Solar and Electrical Company in the Iwo Road Area of Ibadan, the Oyo state capital. The incident was said to have occurred on Thursday. PUNCH Online learnt that the fire destroyed the Training Office of Sun Watt’s Solar and Electrical Company located on the upper floor of the Salinsile building. Our correspondent also gathered that electrical appliances and other equipment valued at several million naira were lost to the incident. The cause of the fire could not be ascertained as of the time of going to press, while the post-fire incident investigation is still ongoing.…
A petrol tanker accident on the Abeokuta–Sagamu Expressway in Ogun State has left several people feared dead and properties destroyed after a midnight inferno. The spokesperson of the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE), Babatunde Akinbiyi, confirmed the incident on Friday, noting that the fire started around 1 a.m. when a 33,000-litre tanker, speeding along the Abeokuta–Kobape–Siun–Sagamu stretch, overturned and spilled its contents. The spill triggered a massive fire that spread to nearby vehicles and electricity poles. A truck, a tow vehicle, and power cables supplying electricity to Mowe and its environs were destroyed in the blaze. Although…
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has released a 23-man list for this month’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Benin, with Sevilla striker Akor Adams earning a maiden call-up. Captain William Troost-Ekong leads the squad, while Semi Ajayi, Terem Moffi, Alhassan Yusuf and Olakunle Olusegun return to the national team fold. First-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali keeps his place, supported by Amas Obasogie and Adebayo Adeleye. Felix Agu, Bruno Onyemaechi, Bright Osayi, Benjamin Fredrick and Calvin Bassey are named in defence. In midfield, Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka and Alhassan Yusuf provide both experience and energy. Nigeria’s…