In a decisive move to curb escalating insecurity, Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has imposed an immediate ban on all political activities and rallies across the state. The directive comes in response to a recent security breach in Maru Local Government Area, which has heightened concerns over the deteriorating security situation.The announcement was made inContinueContinue reading “Zamfara Governor Bans Political Activities Amid Rising Insecurity”
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IGP Expands Gender-Based Violence Desks Nationwide, Strengthens Police Commitment to Justice
…Police Establish Specialized GBV Desks in All Divisions to Enhance Victim Support and Swift Justice In a landmark move to reinforce its commitment to human rights and justice, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has approved the expansion of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) desk offices to all police divisions across Nigeria. ThisContinueContinue reading “IGP Expands Gender-Based Violence Desks Nationwide, Strengthens Police Commitment to Justice”
Wild Africa Calls for Tougher Penalties on Wildlife Crimes, Urges Urgent Action to Save Pangolins
As Nigeria joins the global community in celebrating World Pangolin Day, Wild Africa, an international conservation organisation, has issued a clarion call for stronger laws and penalties to curb wildlife trafficking, particularly the illegal trade in pangolins.In a statement released on Saturday, the organisation highlighted Nigeria’s disturbing role as a major hub in the illicitContinueContinue reading “Wild Africa Calls for Tougher Penalties on Wildlife Crimes, Urges Urgent Action to Save Pangolins”
Outrage as Abuja Police Officers Assault, Extort N350,000 from Motorist Over Fake Insurance Check
A Nigerian motorist has narrated a harrowing experience of police brutality and extortion at the hands of officers from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command in Abuja. The victim (name withheld) revealed that officers attached to the Kubwa Phase 4 Police Station stopped him along Arab Road under the pretense of enforcing third-party insuranceContinueContinue reading “Outrage as Abuja Police Officers Assault, Extort N350,000 from Motorist Over Fake Insurance Check”
Terror in Anambra: Soludo’s Security Outfit Accused of Brutality, Extortion, and Extrajudicial Killings
Human Rights Group Condemns Agunaechemba Vigilante for Operating Like ‘Bakassi Boys’ A storm of controversy is raging in Anambra State as the Agunaechemba Vigilante Group, a security outfit established by Governor Chukwuma Soludo, faces damning allegations of extrajudicial killings, widespread extortion, and unchecked brutality.According to reports by the International Society for Civil Liberties and RuleContinueContinue reading “Terror in Anambra: Soludo’s Security Outfit Accused of Brutality, Extortion, and Extrajudicial Killings”
NAFDAC Rejects ₦135 Million Bribe, Seizes 10 Trucks of Counterfeit Drugs in Anambra
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to safeguarding public health by rejecting a staggering ₦135 million bribe and intercepting 10 trucks loaded with counterfeit drugs in Anambra State.The development was made public through the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, which reported thatContinueContinue reading “NAFDAC Rejects ₦135 Million Bribe, Seizes 10 Trucks of Counterfeit Drugs in Anambra”
FG Moves to Absorb 28,000 Health Workers After USAID Funding Freeze – Minister Pate
The Nigerian government has announced plans to take over the salaries of 28,000 health workers previously funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). This follows the recent decision by former U.S. President Donald Trump to halt USAID operations, a move that has sent shockwaves across many beneficiary nations, particularly in Africa.The freezeContinueContinue reading “FG Moves to Absorb 28,000 Health Workers After USAID Funding Freeze – Minister Pate”
Boko Haram Strikes Again: Three Soldiers Killed, Military Base Torched in Borno
In yet another brazen assault, Boko Haram/Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists launched a devastating attack on a Nigerian Army base in Borno State, killing three soldiers and making away with military hardware, including two gun trucks.The attack, which took place last Sunday in Isige town, Gwoza Local Government Area, lasted for several hoursContinueContinue reading “Boko Haram Strikes Again: Three Soldiers Killed, Military Base Torched in Borno”
INEC to NASS: Ban Politicians from Carrying Large Sums at Polling Units to Curb Vote-Buying
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has urged the National Assembly (NASS) to enact laws prohibiting politicians from carrying large sums of money to polling units, citing vote-buying as a major threat to Nigeria’s democratic process.This call was made by INEC’s Director of Litigation and Prosecution, Tanimu Muhammed (SAN), during a consultative meeting in AbujaContinueContinue reading “INEC to NASS: Ban Politicians from Carrying Large Sums at Polling Units to Curb Vote-Buying”
TERROR ON THE HIGHWAY: SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS GUN DOWN HEALTH WORKER IN ONDO
Tragedy struck in Eleyowo community, Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, as a 46-year-old health worker, Akinola Oyabiyi, was shot dead by suspected kidnappers while returning home from work.The brutal attack occurred around 8 p.m. when Oyabiyi, unaware of the lurking danger, drove into an ambush set by armed assailants. According to reports,ContinueContinue reading “TERROR ON THE HIGHWAY: SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS GUN DOWN HEALTH WORKER IN ONDO”
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