In a dramatic twist that has sent ripples through Nigeria’s aviation sector, the Federal Minister of Aviation has reportedly intervened in the highly publicised case involving Comfort Emmanson — the passenger accused of unruly behaviour aboard an Ibom Air flight.According to an announcement on Nigerian Stories’ official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the Minister has directedContinue reading "Aviation Shockwave: Minister Orders Ibom Air to Drop Case Against ‘Unruly’ Passenger, Demands Her Release from Kirikiri"
Adamawa Police Command Rallies Political Leaders, Signs Peace Accord Ahead of Ganye By-Election
In a decisive move to guarantee a peaceful and hitch-free electoral process, the Adamawa State Police Command, on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, convened a high-level peace accord meeting with leaders and representatives of all political parties participating in the forthcoming Ganye State Constituency by-election.The meeting, held at the Command Headquarters, brought together top contenders includingContinue reading "Adamawa Police Command Rallies Political Leaders, Signs Peace Accord Ahead of Ganye By-Election"
Deadly ₦30,000 Bet: Street Car Race in Ogun Claims Five Lives in Fiery Crash
A street car race in Ogun State turned into a horror scene on Monday afternoon when a high-speed contest over a mere ₦30,000 wager ended with five people dead, including three suspected internet fraudsters and two unsuspecting residents.The tragic incident unfolded at about 1:40 p.m. near the Owolowo area of Ipara Remo in Remo NorthContinue reading "Deadly ₦30,000 Bet: Street Car Race in Ogun Claims Five Lives in Fiery Crash"
Teenage College Student in Niger State Stages Own Kidnap, Demands N50 Million Ransom from Mother
In a shocking twist of greed and deception, police in Niger State have arrested an 18-year-old student of the College of Health, Kwamba, Suleja, for allegedly masterminding his own kidnapping in a brazen bid to extort N50 million from his parents.The suspect, identified as Moses Amarks, was said to have conspired with close friends toContinue reading "Teenage College Student in Niger State Stages Own Kidnap, Demands N50 Million Ransom from Mother"
Ugandan Police Smash International Syndicate in $70,000 Fake Gold Scam Targeting Nigerian Lawmaker
In a dramatic sting operation, Ugandan security operatives have busted an international syndicate accused of swindling a Nigerian lawmaker and investor out of $70,000 (about Shs270 million) in a brazen fake gold deal.The high-profile arrests — involving seven suspects — were carried out in the Kampala suburbs of Muyenga and Bukasa during a coordinated raidContinue reading "Ugandan Police Smash International Syndicate in $70,000 Fake Gold Scam Targeting Nigerian Lawmaker"
Nuhu Ribadu/WALIN Ganye’s Influence Shines as NEDC Flags Off Long-Awaited Old Ganye–Jada Road Reconstruction Amid Political Controversy
The lingering debate over the long-neglected Ganye–Jada road has taken a dramatic turn, as Rev. Habila M. Istifanus has finally set the record straight on who truly deserves the credit for the long-overdue reconstruction.The road, stretching from the LCCN junction through Yebbi and Mbulo to the former “Welcome to Ganye” gateway, has been a nightmareContinue reading "Nuhu Ribadu/WALIN Ganye’s Influence Shines as NEDC Flags Off Long-Awaited Old Ganye–Jada Road Reconstruction Amid Political Controversy"
Ten Years in the Dock: Court Orders FG to Wrap Up Prolonged Trial of Ex-NSA Sambo Dasuki by September
In a dramatic turn in one of Nigeria’s most enduring high-profile cases, the Federal High Court in Abuja has given the Federal Government a firm September deadline to finally conclude the decade-long prosecution of former National Security Adviser (NSA), retired Col. Sambo Dasuki.Justice Peter Lifu, presiding over the matter, fixed September 24, 25, and 26,Continue reading "Ten Years in the Dock: Court Orders FG to Wrap Up Prolonged Trial of Ex-NSA Sambo Dasuki by September"
Terror in the Night: Bandits Kill Two, Abduct Two in Deadly Zamfara Raid
By: Zagazola Makama In yet another chilling reminder of the insecurity plaguing Zamfara State, armed bandits launched a brutal midnight attack on Ruwan Bore village in Talata Mafara Local Government Area, killing two residents and abducting two others.According to local sources, the assault unfolded at about 1:30 a.m. on Monday when a heavily armed gangContinue reading "Terror in the Night: Bandits Kill Two, Abduct Two in Deadly Zamfara Raid"
Walin Ganye Rallies Ganye Behind Hon. Misa Musa Jauro: Four Days to Secure APC’s Victory
The countdown has begun. In just four days—on August 16, 2025—Ganye Local Government Constituency will decide whether to protect its progress or risk losing the hard-earned gains of recent years.The people have heard the voice of their political father, their mentor, their elder statesman—Walin Ganye—who long ago declared his unwavering support for Hon. Misa MusaContinue reading "Walin Ganye Rallies Ganye Behind Hon. Misa Musa Jauro: Four Days to Secure APC’s Victory"
Teargas, Chaos, and Outrage: Bauchi Polytechnic Students Clash with Police Over Armed Robbery Rampage
Bauchi State was thrown into turmoil on Tuesday as a peaceful protest by students of the Federal Polytechnic Bauchi erupted into chaos when mobile police officers stormed the scene, firing volleys of teargas to disperse the crowd.The students had gathered to voice their outrage over a violent armed robbery that swept through their campus theContinue reading "Teargas, Chaos, and Outrage: Bauchi Polytechnic Students Clash with Police Over Armed Robbery Rampage"
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