In a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s livestock industry, the Federal Government has warned Nigerians against consuming hides and skin, popularly known as ponmo, due to its potential health risks.The Minister of Livestock Development, Mukhtar Maiha, issued the advisory, citing scientifically proven health implications associated with the consumption of the animal byproduct. He emphasized theContinue reading "FG Warns Against Ponmo Consumption, Unveils Ambitious Livestock Development Plan"
Media Backtrack: AIT, Channels TV Apologize to DSS Over Lagos Assembly Incident
In a dramatic turn of events, Africa Independent Television (AIT) and Channels Television have publicly apologized to the Department of State Services (DSS) over their reports on the security agency’s alleged role in the Lagos State House of Assembly crisis on February 17.The apologies come after both media outlets initially suggested that the DSS hadContinue reading "Media Backtrack: AIT, Channels TV Apologize to DSS Over Lagos Assembly Incident"
“Police Condemn Brutal Bullying of Student in Adamawa, Launch Investigation”
The Nigeria Police Force has strongly condemned the brutal bullying of a secondary school student in Adamawa State, emphasizing that such acts are criminal and inhumane.Prince Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer, took to his official X handle to declare that "bullying is wicked and criminal," reinforcing the police's zero-tolerance stance on such misconduct.FollowingContinue reading "“Police Condemn Brutal Bullying of Student in Adamawa, Launch Investigation”"
FAKE POLICE SERGEANT NABBED IN OGUN: SUSPECTED IMPOSTOR UNDER INVESTIGATION
In a dramatic turn of events, the Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 52-year-old man, identified as Harry Collins, for impersonating a police officer. The suspect was caught in full police uniform, bearing the rank of a sergeant, on the Long Bridge, Warewa, raising serious security concerns.Announcing the arrest on its official X handle,Continue reading "FAKE POLICE SERGEANT NABBED IN OGUN: SUSPECTED IMPOSTOR UNDER INVESTIGATION"
Borno Tragedy: Police Arrest Two for Brutal Murder of Woman Accused of Witchcraft
Renowned security analyst and counterinsurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, has reported that the Borno State Police Command has apprehended two individuals in connection with the gruesome murder of a 50-year-old woman accused of witchcraft in the Bantine community of Biu Local Government Area. The Commissioner of Police, Borno Command, Yusuf Lawan, confirmed the arrests on Saturday,Continue reading "Borno Tragedy: Police Arrest Two for Brutal Murder of Woman Accused of Witchcraft"
Minna Shooting: Police Officer Opens Fire, Injures Immigration Personnel in Chaotic Patrol Incident
In a shocking turn of events, a Nigerian police officer shot and injured an immigration officer during a patrol operation in Minna, Niger State, on Friday. The victim, Assistant Superintendent of Immigration (ASI) Christian Oladimeji, was caught in the crossfire while passing by on a motorcycle, sustaining serious injuries.The incident unfolded when a police patrolContinue reading "Minna Shooting: Police Officer Opens Fire, Injures Immigration Personnel in Chaotic Patrol Incident"
Police Service Commission Drops Enugu Police Commissioner from AIG Promotion List Over Corruption Allegations
In a shocking development, the Police Service Commission (PSC) has reportedly dropped the name of Enugu State Commissioner of Police, Kanayo Uzuegbu, from the Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) promotion list over multiple corruption allegations. This decision follows an extensive investigation exposing Uzuegbu’s alleged involvement in a high-profile extortion scheme, SaharaReporters has learned. Sources revealedContinue reading "Police Service Commission Drops Enugu Police Commissioner from AIG Promotion List Over Corruption Allegations"
Osun LG Poll Crisis: Police Seal OSSIEC Headquarters, Arrest Electoral Officials
Tension gripped Osun State on Saturday as the Nigeria Police Force allegedly disrupted the local government elections, sealing the headquarters of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) and arresting several staff members on election duty across the state.The Chairman of OSSIEC, Hashim Abioye, made this startling revelation in a statement posted on the commission’sContinue reading "Osun LG Poll Crisis: Police Seal OSSIEC Headquarters, Arrest Electoral Officials"
Troops Rescue 25 Kidnapped Victims, Recover Rustled Cattle in Fierce Battle with Bandits in Niger State
By: Zagazola Makama In a bold and decisive operation, Nigerian Army troops in Niger State have rescued 25 kidnapped victims and recovered 22 rustled cows and nine sheep after an intense gunfight with heavily armed bandits in Garungabas and Kundu villages, Rafi Local Government Area (LGA).Sources informed Zagazola Makama that the operation was executed byContinue reading "Troops Rescue 25 Kidnapped Victims, Recover Rustled Cattle in Fierce Battle with Bandits in Niger State"
Atiku’s Unheralded Role in Economic Reforms: El-Rufai Acknowledges His Impact Under Obasanjo
In a surprising shift from past criticisms, former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has showered accolades on ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar, asserting that he played a pivotal role in spearheading economic reforms during President Olusegun Obasanjo’s administration.El-Rufai, who served as the Director-General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE) at the time, revealed that AtikuContinue reading "Atiku’s Unheralded Role in Economic Reforms: El-Rufai Acknowledges His Impact Under Obasanjo"
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