In a dramatic anti-narcotics bust, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested former Nigerian international footballer, Segun George Hunkarin, and a Lagos-based businessman, Ntoruka Emmanuel Chinedu, over a foiled attempt to smuggle cocaine into the country through the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos.The NDLEA, in a statement released onContinue reading "Ex-Nigerian Football Star, Businessman Nabbed in Daring Cocaine Smuggling Plot at Lagos Airport"
Expose the Hidden Billions: SERAP Demands Governors Account for Security Votes or Face Legal Showdown
In a bold and urgent call for transparency, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has issued Freedom of Information (FoI) requests to all 36 state governors in Nigeria, demanding immediate disclosure of how billions of naira in “security votes” have been spent since May 29, 2023.In a letter dated June 28, signed by SERAP’sContinue reading "Expose the Hidden Billions: SERAP Demands Governors Account for Security Votes or Face Legal Showdown"
Mysterious Discovery: Adamawa Police Seek Public Help to Reunite Found Boy With Family
The Adamawa State Police Command has raised an alert to the public following the discovery of a young boy found wandering alone under puzzling circumstances in Mayo-Belwa Local Government Area.In an announcement made via the Command's official X (formerly Twitter) handle, police authorities revealed that the child, identified as Idirisu Abdullahi, believed to be betweenContinue reading "Mysterious Discovery: Adamawa Police Seek Public Help to Reunite Found Boy With Family"
Terror in Zuru: Bandits Overrun Police Base in Kebbi, Escape with Rifles Amid Fierce Gun Battle
The Kebbi State Government has confirmed a brazen and coordinated attack by a heavily armed gang of bandits on a mobile police base in Makuku, a remote community in the Zuru Local Government Area. The attackers, estimated to be in the hundreds, overpowered the stationed officers, set a police patrol vehicle ablaze, and made awayContinue reading "Terror in Zuru: Bandits Overrun Police Base in Kebbi, Escape with Rifles Amid Fierce Gun Battle"
Delta Police Declare Crackdown on Indecent Dressing: Offenders Face N50,000 Fine or Community Service
In a move sparking nationwide debate, the Delta State Police Command has announced it will begin penalizing women for what it terms "improper dressing" and the public exposure of their bodies.The announcement, made via the verified X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, revealed that violators will face either a fine of ₦50,000 or beContinue reading "Delta Police Declare Crackdown on Indecent Dressing: Offenders Face N50,000 Fine or Community Service"
A Match Made in Grace: Yusuf Modibbo and Hafsat Aminu Seal Their Love in a Joyous Girei Wedding Fatiha
By Usman Umar In a heartwarming celebration of love and tradition, Yusuf Modibbo (popularly known as Nuru) and Hafsat Aminu (affectionately called Fadeela) tied the knot on Friday, June 27, 2025, in a grand wedding Fatiha ceremony held at the iconic Girei Central Mosque in Adamawa State. The union, steeped in culture and blessed byContinue reading "A Match Made in Grace: Yusuf Modibbo and Hafsat Aminu Seal Their Love in a Joyous Girei Wedding Fatiha"
“Not a Time for Leisure”: Peter Obi Slams Tinubu Over Brazil-Saint Lucia Trip Amid National Crises
In a searing critique that has reignited debate over governance priorities in Nigeria, former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has lambasted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for embarking on a trip to Saint Lucia and Brazil, describing it as insensitive, ill-timed, and grossly irresponsible amidst the country’s escalating socioeconomic and security crises. In a strongly-wordedContinue reading "“Not a Time for Leisure”: Peter Obi Slams Tinubu Over Brazil-Saint Lucia Trip Amid National Crises"
Plot or Politics? Ganduje’s Resignation Sparks Speculation of Grand Conspiracy to Unseat Shettima in 2027
By Premium Times Staff Writer The unexpected resignation of Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has sent shockwaves across Nigeria’s political landscape—especially in the North-East—where murmurs are growing louder that the move may be a calculated attempt to edge out Vice President Kashim Shettima from the 2027Continue reading "Plot or Politics? Ganduje’s Resignation Sparks Speculation of Grand Conspiracy to Unseat Shettima in 2027"
“Rallying Behind a Visionary: Girei Youths Endorse Aliyu Jamilu for Political Leadership in 2027”
By Usman Umar Girei In a significant show of grassroots support, the Aliyu Jamilu Youth Awareness Movement, Girei Local Government Chapter, held a highly spirited meeting this week in Girei town, throwing their full weight behind the philanthropic trailblazer, Aliyu Jamilu, and calling on him to contest for a political seat in the 2027 generalContinue reading "“Rallying Behind a Visionary: Girei Youths Endorse Aliyu Jamilu for Political Leadership in 2027”"
“Bauchi in Crisis: Governor Bala Mohammed, Family Embroiled in Corruption Scandal, Land Grabs, and Abuse of Power”
Sahara Reporters has taken to it's official X handle and announced that the Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, is under intensifying fire as damning allegations of corruption, nepotism, land racketeering, and blatant abuse of public trust continue to mount against his administration. Accusations range from abandoned multi-million-naira projects to the unlawful allocation of governmentContinue reading "“Bauchi in Crisis: Governor Bala Mohammed, Family Embroiled in Corruption Scandal, Land Grabs, and Abuse of Power”"
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