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NDLEA arrests fugitive drug lord wanted in UK and Nigeria for 15 years

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended 58-year-old fugitive drug lord Uzoma Valentine Ilomuanya, who had been on the wanted list in both Nigeria and the United Kingdom for more than 15 years. The arrest is seen as a major setback for international drug trafficking networks. Ilomuanya was arrested in Lagos on Monday, February 23, 2026, following a high-stakes operation by the agency’s Special Operations Unit. According to […]

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Bodija explosion: We’re yet to get more compensation, residents lament

Victims and families affected by the explosion in the Dejo Oyelese area have expressed concern over not receiving additional compensation from the Oyo State government. The call comes after reports that the Federal Government of Nigeria had released ₦30 billion to the state in response to the incident, with a remaining ₦20 billion of the approved ₦50 billion yet to be disbursed. The state government clarified that the ₦30 billion […]

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US Embassy cancels Abuja visa appointments over protest fears

The United States Embassy in Abuja has cancelled all visa appointments scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, 2026, citing a high risk of protests in the Federal Capital Territory. In a statement on its website, the embassy warned of “potential demonstrations” related to the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran, and advised American citizens in Abuja to remain indoors. The notice stated: “Previous protests by some groups have resulted […]

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Police, other security operatives rescue kidnapped victim in Oyo

Operatives of the Oyo State Police Command, in collaboration with other security agencies, have successfully rescued a kidnapped victim in the Igbeti area of Oyo State. The victim, Alhaji Gede Yusuf, aged 30, from Old Oyo National Park, Dauda Village via Igbeti, was rescued unharmed following an intelligence-driven operation. The Police Public Relations Officer, Ayanlade Olayinka, stated that the rescue was achieved through sustained bush-combing operations conducted across known flashpoints, […]

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Court adjourns Malami, son’s terrorism trial

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has adjourned until March 10 for the prosecution to open its case against former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami, over alleged terrorism financing and unlawful possession of firearms. The Department of State Services (DSS) had on February 27 arraigned the duo on a five-count charge bordering on terrorism-related offences and illegal firearms possession. At the previous sitting, […]

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Adelabu congratulates Alake, newly elected executives, pledges support

Adebayo Adelabu has congratulated Chief Moses Alake Adeyemo and members of the newly elected All Progressives Congress (APC) Oyo State Executive Committee following their emergence at the party’s state congress. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Adelabu described the outcome of the congress as a reflection of the APC’s commitment to internal democracy, resilience, and strategic repositioning ahead of future elections in Oyo State. He said the emergence of the […]

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I’m not a single mom – Annie Macaulay

Annie Macaulay-Idibia has clarified that she does not consider herself a single mother despite her separation from her estranged husband, 2Baba. The Nollywood actress stated that she prefers to describe herself as a single woman raising two children rather than a single mother. In a post shared on her Instagram page, she wrote: “I’m not a single mom. I’m a single woman raising two kids.” In late January 2025, 2Baba […]

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Nigerians in Qatar, UAE, Iran seek evacuation details – NIDCOM

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has confirmed that Nigerians living in Qatar, United Arab Emirates, and Iran have begun making enquiries about possible evacuation plans amid rising tensions in the region. According to the commission, several Nigerians have contacted the agency seeking clarification on whether the Federal Government intends to evacuate citizens should the security situation deteriorate further. NIDCOM stated, however, that it has not received any official distress […]

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Sanwo-Olu appoints new Lagos Accountant-General

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved the deployment of Muyiwa John Adetola as the new Accountant-General of Lagos State and Permanent Secretary, State Treasury Office. The decision was conveyed in an official circular issued by the Office of the Head of Service. Adetola’s appointment follows the statutory retirement of the outgoing Accountant-General and Permanent Secretary, Abiodun Muritala. Prior to his new role, Adetola served as State Auditor-General in the Office of […]

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