In a sweeping and unprecedented move, the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) has grounded at least 60 private jets belonging to prominent business tycoons, top bank executives, oil moguls, and multinational company leaders over billions of naira in unpaid import duties.The crackdown—described by insiders as the most aggressive in recent aviation history—targeted luxury aircraft such asContinue reading "Luxury in Lockdown: Nigerian Customs Grounds 60 Private Jets in Massive Crackdown on Billionaire Defaulters"
Terror in Abraka: Ethnic Clashes Erupt After Police Kill Four Suspected Kidnappers in Deadly Gun Battle
Tensions boiled over into violent chaos in Abraka, Delta State, on Wednesday following a bloody police operation that left four suspected kidnappers dead and ignited deadly ethnic reprisals.The operation, carried out in the early hours of the day in the Makati Bichi area near the railway station, was a joint offensive involving the police, localContinue reading "Terror in Abraka: Ethnic Clashes Erupt After Police Kill Four Suspected Kidnappers in Deadly Gun Battle"
Tragedy in Minna: Nine-Month Pregnant Woman Allegedly Beaten to Death by Husband — Police Arrest Suspect with History of Abuse
In a heart-wrenching incident that has plunged an entire community into mourning, a 24-year-old pregnant woman, Hauwa Isah, was allegedly beaten to death by her husband in Minna, the capital of Niger State. Disturbingly, Hauwa was just weeks—if not days—away from giving birth.Confirming the incident, the Niger State Police Command described the tragedy as bothContinue reading "Tragedy in Minna: Nine-Month Pregnant Woman Allegedly Beaten to Death by Husband — Police Arrest Suspect with History of Abuse"
“Amaechi Unleashes on Wike: ‘I Refused to Make Him Finance Commissioner—He Was My Subordinate, Not My Maker’”
In a blistering broadside that reignites one of Nigeria’s most storied political rivalries, former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has lambasted the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, branding him “a child” and firmly debunking claims that Wike played any significant role in his rise to power.Appearing on Arise Television’s PrimeContinue reading "“Amaechi Unleashes on Wike: ‘I Refused to Make Him Finance Commissioner—He Was My Subordinate, Not My Maker’”"
“Fueling Corruption: Ex-EFCC Chairman Bawa Unmasks Nigeria’s Multi-Billion Naira Subsidy Scam”
In a jaw-dropping exposé that has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s political and economic landscape, former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa, has peeled back the curtain on one of the nation’s most audacious financial rackets — the fuel subsidy fraud. In his new book, The Shadow of Loot & Losses:Continue reading "“Fueling Corruption: Ex-EFCC Chairman Bawa Unmasks Nigeria’s Multi-Billion Naira Subsidy Scam”"
Deadly Cargo: Nigerian Police Intercept Machine Gun, Over 1,000 Rounds of Ammo Bound for Kwara, Arrest Two
In a dramatic pre-dawn operation, operatives of the Nasarawa State Police Command intercepted a dangerous shipment of military-grade weapons destined for Kwara State—averting what could have been a major security catastrophe.Acting on precise and actionable intelligence, the police intercepted two suspected arms traffickers transporting a lethal arsenal from Benue through Lafia at approximately 3:09 a.m.Continue reading "Deadly Cargo: Nigerian Police Intercept Machine Gun, Over 1,000 Rounds of Ammo Bound for Kwara, Arrest Two"
“Beyond Roads and Salaries: Democracy Demands More, Says PAACA”
Nigeria Should Aspire Beyond Roads and Salaries As 'Dividends of Democracy' – PAACA The Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA) has delivered a stinging critique of Nigeria’s political class for celebrating basic governance functions—such as road construction and salary payment—as grand achievements of democracy.Marking Nigeria’s 26 years of uninterrupted civil rule, PAACA's ExecutiveContinue reading "“Beyond Roads and Salaries: Democracy Demands More, Says PAACA”"
NAFDAC Busts Kaduna Syndicate Supplying N35 Million Worth of Expired Drinks Across Northern Nigeria
In a major crackdown on food safety violations, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a warehouse in Kaduna State stocked with expired non-alcoholic beverages valued at over N35 million — all allegedly destined for unsuspecting consumers across Northern Nigeria.The operation, led by Andrew Tamanuwa, Deputy Director of theContinue reading "NAFDAC Busts Kaduna Syndicate Supplying N35 Million Worth of Expired Drinks Across Northern Nigeria"
Tensions Rise in Kano as Police Reaffirm Ban on Eid-el-Kabir Durbar Amid Security Alerts
In a decisive move reflecting deepening security concerns, the Kano State Police Command has reaffirmed its ban on all Durbar-related activities during the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The directive, which extends to all corners of the state, underscores what authorities describe as persistent and credible security threats that could jeopardize public peace.In a joint statement issuedContinue reading "Tensions Rise in Kano as Police Reaffirm Ban on Eid-el-Kabir Durbar Amid Security Alerts"
Tragedy in Kaduna: 11 Almajirai Children Die as Sand Heap Collapses During Brick-Making Labour
A tragic incident has thrown the Yardoka community in Kaduna State into mourning, as a collapsed sand heap claimed the lives of 11 almajirai children, aged between four and nine, while they were allegedly engaged in brick-making to support a local building project.The heartbreaking event occurred in the Damau District of the state, when theContinue reading "Tragedy in Kaduna: 11 Almajirai Children Die as Sand Heap Collapses During Brick-Making Labour"
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