The Oyo State Police Command has initiated a probe into a widely circulated video in which a man allegedly confessed to killing 32 people. The command’s spokesperson, Ayanlade Olayinka, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, noting that steps had been taken to verify the content of the footage and uncover the identities of those involved. According to him, the individual, referred to as Shawama in the video, appeared with a group while making the disturbing claims. He, however, stressed that the command has no record of arresting anyone with such a name. “The Command wishes to make it clear…
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Security operatives in Kenya have apprehended a Nigerian national and a Kenyan over their suspected links to a narcotics distribution network. The arrests were made during an intelligence-led operation carried out by personnel of the Anti-Narcotics Unit in conjunction with the Transnational Organised Crime Unit. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations disclosed in a statement on Wednesday that the operation was initiated following credible intelligence suggesting that a drug deal was to take place in Syokimau, Machakos County. According to the agency, operatives discovered upon getting to the location that the planned transaction had been called off. The statement further revealed…
No fewer than 14 persons have lost their lives following a violent confrontation between local vigilantes and suspected “repentant bandits” in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State. The casualties reportedly include three suspected gunmen and 11 members of a vigilance group drawn from affected communities. According to a counter-insurgency publication, Zagazola Makama, the incident occurred on Tuesday after a peace arrangement between residents of Falale and Kadobe villages and a group of bandits who had reportedly laid down arms broke down. Sources familiar with the situation said the clash was triggered by a loss of trust between both parties,…
Governor Caleb Mutfwang has approved the removal of six political appointees and the suspension of the Chairman of the State House of Assembly Service Commission, Johnbull Shekarau. One of those affected is the Special Adviser on Strategic Communications, Timothy Golu. The development was announced in a statement on Tuesday by the Secretary to the State Government, Samuel Jatau, who explained that the action forms part of measures to strengthen governance and improve overall service delivery in the state. The statement noted that the decision was taken to enhance administrative efficiency and ensure that government operations remain in line with its…
Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, on Wednesday warned that the ongoing conflict involving his country could have far-reaching effects that would impact people across the globe. Speaking on the potential consequences, Araghchi stressed that the repercussions would not discriminate based on race, religion, or economic status. He called on Western nations to adopt stronger measures to prevent the conflict from worsening. In a post on X, the minister said, “The wave of global impact has just begun and will affect everyone – regardless of wealth, religion, or race.” The post also included the resignation letter of Joe Kent, former director…
The lawyer representing the family of late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, has raised fresh concerns over the capability of some laboratories selected for the ongoing paternity test involving his son, Liam. In a statement made available on Tuesday, the family’s counsel, Oladayo Ogungbe, who spoke on behalf of the applicant, Joseph Aloba, said questions had emerged regarding the technical readiness of certain facilities listed for the exercise. He recalled that a court, in its February 24, 2026 ruling, directed that the DNA analysis be conducted in three laboratories jointly approved by all parties and the court to guarantee transparency. The laboratories…
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has directed the immediate reopening of the Ikare Akoko Central Mosque, which had remained shut for nearly four years. The governor issued the directive on Tuesday during the state government’s annual Ramadan Iftar held at the Dome International Event Centre in Alagbaka, Akure. Aiyedatiwa also affirmed that the Grand Chief Imam of Ikare, Sheikh Abubakar Muhammed Abbas, should continue to lead Islamic prayers and religious activities in the community. He urged key stakeholders, including the Olukare of Ikare, Oba Akadiri Momoh, the Grand Mufti of Ikare and Ondo State, Sheikh Shehu Batuta, and the…
The Kaduna State High Court has sentenced three persons to prison over offences involving internet fraud carried out on Facebook and TikTok. The convicts — Aliyu Hassan, Samuel Olamide and Solomon Joseph Christian — were each found guilty of separate one-count charges of impersonation and obtaining money under false pretences. Details of the convictions were made public on Tuesday by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in a statement shared on its verified X handle. The commission disclosed that the convictions were secured by its Kaduna Zonal Directorate before Justice A. Isiaka. The anti-graft agency stated that Hassan, who operated…
An unidentified individual has lost his life after being electrocuted while trying to vandalise a MainPower Electricity Distribution Limited (MEDL) substation in Enugu State. The incident occurred at the Akonobi 500KVA Distribution Substation, located on Independence Avenue in Independence Layout, according to the News Agency of Nigeria. MEDL’s Head of Communications, Emeka Ezeh, confirmed the fatality on Tuesday, calling it a regrettable event. He said the body of the man was found inside the substation in the early hours of the day. Ezeh said the deceased, allegedly working with others, had successfully loosened two intermediate cables and was attempting to…
The Benin Traditional Council has indicated that a Queen could face removal from the palace following an incident in which social media influencer Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja, popularly called Peller, gained unauthorized entry into the Oba of Benin’s palace. In a statement on Tuesday, signed by the Council’s Secretary, Frank Irabor, the traditional institution described the March 6 visit as a serious breach of palace protocol and a desecration of its sacred grounds. Peller, who is currently on a nationwide tour, was reportedly received by some palace officials during the visit. The Council said this amounted to a violation of centuries-old…