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IGP slams murder, unlawful firearms possession charge on Osun political thugs.

The Inspector-General of Police has arraigned four Osogbo-based suspects before the Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged murder and unlawful possession of firearms. The defendants — Adejare Waliyu, Kilanko Ismaila Damilare, Kehinde Adeola and Muheeb Taoheeb — were brought before Justice Binta Fatima Nyako on a two-count charge bordering on murder and illegal possession of a prohibited firearm. According to the charges, Adejare Waliyu allegedly had unlawful possession of a pump-action rifle, contrary to Section 27 of the Firearms […]

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Adeleke orders project acceleration, warns against distractions

Governor Ademola Adeleke has directed officials to accelerate the execution of critical infrastructure projects across Osun State, declaring that there is no room for distractions in the delivery of governance. The directive was issued during a review meeting with key officials supervising ongoing projects in major towns, including Ila Orangun, Iwo, Ile-Ife, Ilesa, Osogbo and Ikirun. Adeleke urged project supervisors to ensure the timely completion of major projects underway across the state, stressing that the tempo of governance must be […]

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NNPC, NUPRC fear financial squeeze after Tinubu’s order.

Fresh concerns and uncertainty have emerged across Nigeria’s oil and gas regulatory and operational institutions following President Bola Tinubu’s executive order mandating the immediate reallocation of oil and gas revenues to the Federation Account for distribution among the three tiers of government. The directive effectively halts the retention of certain internally generated revenues by key agencies in the sector, a move that has triggered widespread apprehension within the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited […]

today23/02/2026 6

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Police arrest two over death of 62-year-old woman

Police have launched an investigation after the body of a 62-year-old woman was found on a bush path near Ori-Apata Oderemi in Ido State. The victim, who had a deep neck wound, is believed to have been dead for about a week. Suspects arrested: Muhammed Sanusi, 42, and Ogbu James Ajah, 40, were arrested and handed over to the state Criminal Investigation Department. Public reaction: The discovery initially sparked protests. However, the Ido State Police Chief and the mayor managed […]

today21/02/2026 8

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Why we arrested Amotekun officer in Ibadan, by Police.

The Nigeria Police Force has clarified the circumstances surrounding the arrest of Saheed Ajibola, an official of the Oyo State Security Network Agency, popularly known as the Amotekun Corps, in Ibadan. The Zonal Police Public Relations Officer for Zone II, Osogbo, DSP Ade Ogunyemi, explained that the arrest was carried out following an extensive investigation into allegations of gun-running, unlawful sale of prohibited firearms, forgery, and illegal possession of arms. According to him, Ajibola had been identified as a principal […]

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NSCDC begins 24-hour surveillance in Kwara.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has commenced a round-the-clock security surveillance operation across Kwara State, with special emphasis on Ilorin metropolis and the protection of critical national assets and infrastructure. The new Kwara State Commandant of the corps, Bala Bawa Bodinga, made the disclosure in Ilorin shortly after assuming office. He explained that the initiative forms part of a comprehensive security blueprint aimed at strengthening public safety, safeguarding vital government and private facilities, and restoring residents’ confidence […]

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FG raises alarm over fake veterinary drugs.

The Federal Government has raised concerns over the continued circulation of substandard and falsified veterinary drugs across the country, attributing the trend to weak regulatory compliance and poorly coordinated importation practices. The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar, voiced the concern during a National Stakeholders’ Round-table on the quality and regulation of veterinary medicines held in Abuja. He noted that inadequate oversight of local manufacturing and distribution channels has enabled low-quality products to enter the market, leaving livestock farmers vulnerable […]

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Entertainment

Nigerian content creator Kolu reportedly arrested in UK.

Nigerian content creator Kolu has reportedly been arrested in the United Kingdom following an altercation with immigration authorities. The incident occurred when Kolu was preparing to board a flight back to Nigeria but was unable to locate his passport. Efforts to resolve the matter peacefully reportedly failed, leading to his detention by the UK immigration police. It was noted that Kolu had travelled to the UK under the sponsorship of a Nigerian musician, who expressed concern over the potential consequences […]

today20/02/2026 6

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Customs hand over seized N40.7m petrol to NMDPRA.

The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has handed over 1,650 jerrycans of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), valued at N40.7 million, to the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) for further investigation. The handover took place at the Customs Training College in Ikeja. Adeniyi, represented by the National Coordinator of Operation Whirlwind, Deputy Comptroller-General Abubakar Aliyu, explained that the fuel was seized at various locations in Lagos State, including Badagry, Owode, Seme, and other border axes, over a nine-week […]

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