By: Zagazola Makama In a decisive operation, troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) have neutralized a notorious militia leader and kidnapper, Hamisu Saleh, infamously known as "Master," in a high-stakes raid in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.Sources familiar with the operation disclosed to Zagazola Makama that the mission, executed on February 11,Continue reading "Troops Eliminate Notorious Militia Kingpin, Foil Escape Attempt in Barkin Ladi"
Ganduje Warns Northern Politicians: Drop 2027 Ambitions, Tinubu Will Serve Two Terms
Abdullahi Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has issued a stern warning to northern politicians nursing presidential ambitions for 2027, urging them to abandon their plans. According to Ganduje, President Bola Tinubu is poised to complete two full terms, making any bid from the North premature.Ganduje’s remarks appear to be aContinue reading "Ganduje Warns Northern Politicians: Drop 2027 Ambitions, Tinubu Will Serve Two Terms"
From Terror to Truce: Five Notorious Bandit Leaders Surrender to Katsina Government, Seek Reintegration Support
In a dramatic turn of events, five notorious bandit leaders—Abu Radda, Umar Black, Abdullahi Lankai, Jijjige, and Dabar Musa Dan Gandu—have surrendered to the Katsina State government, laying down their arms amid intensified military operations.The feared warlords, who had long terrorized Batsari, Safana, and Jibia Local Government Areas, reportedly bowed to pressure following relentless militaryContinue reading "From Terror to Truce: Five Notorious Bandit Leaders Surrender to Katsina Government, Seek Reintegration Support"
Pi Network’s Open Network Set to Launch on February 20—Crypto Community Erupts with Excitement
The long-awaited Pi Network Open Mainnet is finally going live on February 20, 2025, marking a historic milestone in the cryptocurrency space. The Pi Core Team made the announcement via Pi Network’s official X (Twitter) handle on February 12, 2025, sending waves of excitement through the crypto community.For the millions of Pioneers—the dedicated users whoContinue reading "Pi Network’s Open Network Set to Launch on February 20—Crypto Community Erupts with Excitement"
Lagos Police Officer Arraigned for Alleged Rape of Teenage Girl Inside Station
A police officer, identified as Owolabi, has been arraigned in a Lagos court for allegedly sexually assaulted a 17-year-old girl inside the Ogudu Area Command premises. The incident, which has sparked outrage, occurred on June 29 when the teenage victim visited the station to report her stolen phone.According to reports, Owolabi lured the girl intoContinue reading "Lagos Police Officer Arraigned for Alleged Rape of Teenage Girl Inside Station"
Outrage Over MTN Data Hike: Reps Demand Suspension as Nigerians Boycott Provider
Amid mounting public outrage over MTN Nigeria’s abrupt data and SMS tariff hikes, the House of Representatives has stepped in, demanding an immediate halt to the planned increase in telecom tariffs. Lawmakers have urged the Federal Government, through the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC),Continue reading "Outrage Over MTN Data Hike: Reps Demand Suspension as Nigerians Boycott Provider"
“2Baba Confirms Romance with Edo Lawmaker Natasha Osawaru, Declares Intent to Marry”
Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has set social media on fire after confirming his romantic relationship with Edo State lawmaker, Hon. Natasha Osawaru.The revelation comes in the wake of his highly publicized divorce from his wife, Annie Idibia, fueling widespread speculation about his love life. Speculation about a possible romance betweenContinue reading "“2Baba Confirms Romance with Edo Lawmaker Natasha Osawaru, Declares Intent to Marry”"
Herdsmen Killings: Ohanaeze Youths Demand Ebonyi Governor Nwifuru’s Resignation Over Alleged Incompetence, Abduction of OYC Leader
The Ohanaeze Youth Council (OYC) has issued a scathing condemnation of Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, accusing him of incompetence and complicity in the recent deadly herdsmen attacks on Amegu village in the Nkalaha community, Ishielu Local Government Area. The group has called for his immediate resignation, citing his alleged failure to protect the livesContinue reading "Herdsmen Killings: Ohanaeze Youths Demand Ebonyi Governor Nwifuru’s Resignation Over Alleged Incompetence, Abduction of OYC Leader"
Tinubu Admits Police Officers’ Pay Is Poor, Pledges Pension Reforms Amid Rising Agitation
President Bola Tinubu has acknowledged that Nigerian police officers are grossly underpaid and has pledged to address the inadequacies in their pension arrangements. This revelation was made by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, during an interactive session with retired police officers and stakeholders of the Nigeria Police Pensions at the Police ResourceContinue reading "Tinubu Admits Police Officers’ Pay Is Poor, Pledges Pension Reforms Amid Rising Agitation"
Terror Unchecked: Fear Grows as Notorious Bandit Leader “Dan Sa Adiya” Tightens Grip on Zamfara’s Forests
Renowned security analyst and counterinsurgency expert Zagazola Makama has sounded the alarm over the escalating activities of the notorious bandit kingpin, Dan Sa Adiya, who continues to operate with impunity between Kaura Namoda and Maradun in Zamfara State.Taking to his official X handle, Makama revealed growing concerns that despite intensified military operations across the region,Continue reading "Terror Unchecked: Fear Grows as Notorious Bandit Leader “Dan Sa Adiya” Tightens Grip on Zamfara’s Forests"
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