FCT Police Arrest Nine Robbery Suspects, Recover Stolen Vehicles
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested nine suspected members of a notorious armed robbery syndicate and recovered three stolen vehicles alongside several stolen items. The arrests followed a report of an armed robbery incident on 18 January 2026, in Jikwoyi, where assailants invaded a residence and carted away […]
Kalu Condemns Fresh Killings in Kwara, Katsina, Benue
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has condemned the recent killings in Kwara, Katsina and Benue states, describing the attacks as senseless, barbaric and unacceptable. In a statement on Thursday, Kalu expresses deep sorrow over the loss of lives and destruction of property caused by the violent incidents. […]
Kwara, Benue attacks: Speaker Abbas calls for more action against killings
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives Abbas Tajudeen, condemns in strong terms the latest killings in Kwara and Benue States, which have left over a hundred persons dead. In a Statement on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media, Musa Krishi, Tajudeen, expresses concern that innocent citizens keep losing their lives […]
FCT Police Ask NLC to Postpone Protest
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has advised the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) FCT Council to postpone its planned peaceful protest scheduled for Tuesday, 3 February 2026. In a statement on Monday, the Police said it fully recognizes the constitutional rights of citizens to protest and remains committed to providing adequate […]
Suspects in Yelwata Killings to Be Arraigned Monday — AGF
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Office of the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice has confirmed that suspects arrested in connection with the killings in Yelwata, Benue State, will be arraigned on Monday, February 2, before Justice Joyce Abdul-Malik of the Federal High Court, Abuja. In a statement on Sunday, Kamarudeen Ogundele, […]
Faleye Inaugurates LOC for ISSSA West Africa Technical Seminar 2026
By Chinedu Echianu Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Barrister Olúwaṣeun Faleye, has inaugurated the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the International Social Security Services Association (ISSSA) West Africa Technical Seminar 2026. The inauguration ceremony was held on Wednesday at the NSITF Board Room in Abuja. Speaking at the event, Faleye […]
Nigerian Army Warns Troops Against Arms, Ammunition Sale
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Nigerian Army has issued a stern warning to its personnel against selling arms and ammunition, stressing that officers caught engaging in such illegal activities would face strict disciplinary action. The directive came from the Chief of Civil Military Affairs, Major General M.A. Etsu Ndagi, during a sensitisation workshop on Human Rights […]
Falana Slams Military Over Alleged Coup Plot, Demands Public Apology
By Oluwakemi Kindness Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, on Tuesday criticized the Nigerian military for what he described as misleading the public over an alleged plot to overthrow the government. Falana’s reaction followed a statement by the military on Monday, announcing that some officers would be arraigned before a military […]
Armed Forces Confirms Alleged Plot to Overthrow Government After Probe of 16 Officers
By Zainab Bakare The Armed Forces of Nigeria has confirmed that its investigation uncovered allegations that some officers plotted to overthrow the government. In a statement issued on Monday by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the Defence Headquarters says investigations into disciplinary cases involving 16 officers have been concluded. “The Armed […]
Police Foil Early-Morning Armed Robbery in Abuja, Recover Weapons, Vehicle
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has foiled an early-morning armed robbery attack on motorists in the Kado area of Abuja. The police in a statement on Sunday by it Spokesperson Josephine Adeh says it also recovered weapons and other exhibits after a gun duel with the suspects. She says the […]