A Nigerian police officer, Linus Nwachukwu, attached to the Commissioner of Police (CP) Monitoring Unit in Enugu State, has been accused of a series of brutal assaults and extortion schemes, with the latest victim left unconscious and unable to open his eyes after a savage beating.The disturbing allegations were revealed through a petition addressed toContinue reading "Terror on the Streets: Enugu Police Officer Nwachukwu Accused of Brutalising, Extorting Citizens Amid Alleged Police Inaction"
June 12 Election: Babangida Finally Admits Abiola’s Victory in New Autobiography
In a stunning revelation, former military Head of State, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), has finally admitted that the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola won the historic June 12, 1993, presidential election.Babangida’s long-awaited confession is contained in his newly launched autobiography, A Journey in Service, unveiled in Abuja on Thursday. The book, reviewedContinue reading "June 12 Election: Babangida Finally Admits Abiola’s Victory in New Autobiography"
Anambra Police Admit Failure, Plead for Trust After Suspects Escape in Lawmaker’s Murder Case
In a dramatic turn of events, the Anambra State Police Command has admitted to operational lapses following the escape of two suspects linked to the brutal abduction and murder of Hon. Justice Azuka, a lawmaker representing Onitsha 1 Constituency.The police, however, have strongly denied allegations that officers deliberately facilitated the escape, dismissing claims by theContinue reading "Anambra Police Admit Failure, Plead for Trust After Suspects Escape in Lawmaker’s Murder Case"
Fraud Scandal: FBI Arrests Nigerian Pastor for Alleged $4.2 Million COVID-19 Relief Fraud
In a shocking turn of events, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has arrested Nigerian pastor Edward Abiodun Oluwasanmi over allegations of fraud amounting to $4.2 million in COVID-19 relief funds.According to a statement posted on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, Nigerian Stories reported that Pastor Oluwasanmi allegedly conspired with a prominent traditional ruler,Continue reading "Fraud Scandal: FBI Arrests Nigerian Pastor for Alleged $4.2 Million COVID-19 Relief Fraud"
Unmasking the Face of Terror: Notorious Bandit Kingpin Jan Kare Identified in Katsina
Renowned security analyst and counterinsurgency expert Zagazola Makama has revealed the identity of a dreaded bandit leader, Jan Kare, who has been wreaking havoc across multiple communities in Katsina State.Security sources confirm that Jan Kare, a feared warlord, operates from Tsaskiya Forest in Safana Local Government Area, commanding a ruthless network of heavily armed criminalsContinue reading "Unmasking the Face of Terror: Notorious Bandit Kingpin Jan Kare Identified in Katsina"
Afenifere Youth Leader Shot, Kidnapped in Abuja as Abductors Demand N100 Million Ransom
In a shocking development, the National President of the Afenifere National Youths Council, Prince Eniola Joseph Ojajuni, has been abducted in Abuja by gunmen who have demanded a staggering N100 million ransom for his release.The distressing news was made public via Sahara Reporters' official X handle, with the Afenifere National Youths Council confirming the abductionContinue reading "Afenifere Youth Leader Shot, Kidnapped in Abuja as Abductors Demand N100 Million Ransom"
NYSC Withdraws Corps Members from Volatile Benue Community After Deadly Herders’ Attack
In a swift response to escalating violence, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has withdrawn corps members from a volatile community in Benue State following a deadly attack by suspected herders.The announcement was made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, stating: "JUST IN: NYSC withdraws corps members from volatile Benue community after herdersContinue reading "NYSC Withdraws Corps Members from Volatile Benue Community After Deadly Herders’ Attack"
TERROR TAX: NOTORIOUS BANDIT BELLO TURJI RESURFACES IN SOKOTO, IMPOSES ₦25 MILLION LEVY ON VILLAGES
Renowned security analyst and counterinsurgency expert Zagazola Makama has raised fresh concerns over escalating insecurity in Sokoto State, revealing that dreaded bandit warlord Bello Turji has been sighted in the region, where he is allegedly extorting villages.Makama, in a post on his official X handle, reported that a member of the Sokoto State House ofContinue reading "TERROR TAX: NOTORIOUS BANDIT BELLO TURJI RESURFACES IN SOKOTO, IMPOSES ₦25 MILLION LEVY ON VILLAGES"
Tragedy in Zamfara: NEMA Confirms Four Dead, 50 Injured as Market Explosion Sparks Panic
A devastating explosion rocked the Talata Mafara Central Market in Zamfara State on Tuesday, claiming at least four lives and leaving 50 others injured, according to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA).The tragic incident, which triggered widespread panic, also resulted in massive destruction of shops and stalls, leaving traders counting their losses. Confirming the fatalities,Continue reading "Tragedy in Zamfara: NEMA Confirms Four Dead, 50 Injured as Market Explosion Sparks Panic"
Army Chief Vows to Reward Gallant Troops, Strengthen Counter-Terrorism Onslaught
Renowned security analyst and counterinsurgency expert Zagazola Makama has revealed that the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has pledged to reward officers and soldiers who demonstrate exceptional gallantry in counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operations across the country.During an operational tour of the Nigerian Army’s 3 Brigade in Kano State and 17 Brigade inContinue reading "Army Chief Vows to Reward Gallant Troops, Strengthen Counter-Terrorism Onslaught"
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