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Police arrest son, accomplice over kidnap of father, recover AK-47 rifle rifle
Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has recorded another operational breakthrough with the arrest of two suspects involved in a case of criminal conspiracy, kidnapping, armed robbery, and unlawful possession of firearms linked to a violent syndicate operating within Kaduna State and adjoining communities. A statement issued by the Force spokesman, DCP Anthony Placid, said the suspects…
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Alleged N76bn, $31.5m fraud: Court adjourns trial of ex-AMCON MD, Ahmed Kuru, others till June 25
Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, adjourned further hearing in the alleged N76 billion and $31.5 million fraud trial involving a former Managing Director of Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), Ahmed Kuru, and others till June 25, 2026. Kuru, alongside Kamilu Alaba Omokide,…
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EFCC arrests fleeing ex-Power Minister, Saleh Mamman in Kaduna
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has arrested a fleeing former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, in Rigasa area of Kaduna State. Mamman was arrested in the early hours of Tuesday, May 19, 2026 following weeks of intensive surveillance and intelligence gathering by operatives of the Commission. Addressing journalists on the arrest, Executive Chairman…
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Nigerian Army repel terrorist attack, arrest suspects, rescue victims in North East
Troops of the Joint Task Force ( North East) , Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have recorded significant operational successes across the theatre, including the thwarting of a major terrorist attack, arrest of suspected collaborators, rescue of kidnapped victims, and surrender of terrorist associates. In a major development, troops of OPHK deployed at Forward Operating Base…
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Tinubu Mega Group mobilises 1,500 organizations, endorses Tinubu for second term
The nation’s capital, Abuja, witnessed a massive political gathering on Tuesday as thousands of supporters under the umbrella of the Tinubu Mega Group (TMG) staged what organisers described as a “National Unity Rally” in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his re election bid ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The rally, which attracted…
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Pantami withdraws from Gombe APC governorship primary over alleged electoral violations
Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, has withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary election in Gombe State, citing alleged violations of the Electoral Act 2026 and lack of transparency in the conduct of the exercise. Pantami announced his withdrawal in a statement issued on Tuesday by Barrister…
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Nigeria–US military joint strikes eliminate 175 ISIS terrorists, destroy weapon cache
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Tuesday said the battle damage assessment of the recent joint strikes indicated that 175 ISIS terrorists have been eliminated including Abu-Bilal al-Minuki and their other three top commanders. The Director, Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen in Abuja. Major General Uba said…
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6 Brigade Troops neutralize 2 bandits, recover arms in Taraba
Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army (NA)/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), deployed at Sarkin Kudu in Ibi Local Government Area( LGA) of Taraba State, have successfully neutralised two suspected bandits during a well-coordinated clearance operation aimed at flushing out criminal elements threatening peace and security in the state. Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations,…
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BREAKING: Arsenal Win Premier League For First Time In 22 Years
Arsenal ended their 22-year wait to be crowned Premier League champions on Tuesday after Manchester City were held 1-1 by Bournemouth. City had to win to take the title fight to the final day, but the Cherries extended their unbeaten streak to 17 league games, a run which has secured European football for the first…
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Carlo Ancelotti picks Neymar, others for Brazil World Cup Squad, drops Thiago Silva
Brazilian head coach, Carlo Ancelotti has backed Neymar to play a key role at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after naming his final squad for the tournament. Ancelotti included Neymar in the squad despite concerns over the forward’s fitness in recent months, insisting the former FC Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain star is ready to deliver…