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Mrs. Mmesoma Odili, a resident of Umuosiegbo village in Umunya, Anambra State, is reeling from tragedy after losing her pregnancy during an eight-day stint in police custody at the Zone 13 Police Headquarters in Ukpo. The devastating incident unfolded amidst escalating tensions over a land...
Eight suspects have been apprehended in connection with the brutal murder of six policemen in Ohoro Forest, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. The officers, including Inspector Abe Olubunmi (IRT) and Sergeant Ayere Paul, were ambushed on February 23 during a rescue mission...
Malam Hassan Isa, a 52-year-old nail-cutter, epitomizes resilience amidst adversity as he struggles to provide for his family of 10 during Ramadan on a meager income of N800 to N900 per day. Enduring the scorching sun and makeshift living conditions, Isa and his wife, Bilkisa, face the daily...
Amidst the challenges posed by a turbulent economy and persistent security threats, Christians across Nigeria joined the global community in observing Good Friday, a significant day in the Christian calendar leading up to Easter Sunday. This year's commemoration, however, took place against the...
Tompolo, the head of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, made headlines as he defied President Tinubu's wish for a low-key birthday celebration by buying front-page ads in national newspapers to honor him on his 72nd birthday. The move, estimated to cost millions, raised eyebrows among...
The Delta State Police Command has handed over the self-proclaimed "King of Ewu," Clement Ikolo, to the military following his voluntary surrender. This development, confirmed by the Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, comes amidst heightened tensions and widespread speculation surrounding...
In the wake of a health crisis gripping Japan, five individuals have tragically lost their lives and over 100 others find themselves hospitalized, all linked to a series of health supplements that have become the epicenter of concern. Osaka-based Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co. faces mounting...
Investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo's recent tweet regarding revelations about the Nigerian Customs Service has sparked widespread concern and demands for accountability from Nigerian citizens. Soyombo's tweet exposed alleged collusion with gun runners and endangerment of whistleblowers...
In a tense encounter at the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) in Abuja on Tuesday, Bukky Shonibare, the chairman of FIJ’s Board of Trustees, found herself under intense scrutiny. The NPF-NCCC, in an unprecedented move, summoned Shonibare to clarify matters related to...
As the deadline for the payment of fares for the 2024 Hajj pilgrimage approaches, relief has come to some intending pilgrims as both the federal government and some state governments have stepped in to provide subsidies. The federal government released a substantial sum of N90 billion to...
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