Police arrest nine-man gang in Lagos

A key leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Edwin Clark, has expressed deep concern over the ongoing tax reform issues and the systemic inequities plaguing Nigeria. In a statement released on Wednesday, Clark stressed that the unresolved tax reform debates underscored the urgent need for comprehensive restructuring to address Nigeria’s diverse economic and…

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has called for the full immunisation of more children in Katsina State to exceed the current National Demographic Survey of 45 per cent for the state. The recent National Demographic Survey indicates that only 39 per cent of children were fully immunized in the country, with Katsina having higher…

In a bid to enhance security and policing in Rivers State, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has donated communication equipment to the Rivers State Police Command. The donation, which is part of the commission's efforts to support security agencies in the Niger Delta, is expected to improve communication and intelligence sharing among police commands…

The executive governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, alongside the Dangote Group, on Wednesday, won awards for their exemplary adherence to the mandate of the Federal Character Commission (FCC). The awards celebrated individuals and organisations for their unwavering commitment to equity, fairness, and inclusivity in line with the FCC objectives. Chairman of the FCC, Dr.…

The Police Command in Kaduna State, says its operatives have detained one bandit and three suspected car snatchers in the state. This is contained in a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, ASP Mansir Hassan on Wednesday in Kaduna. Hassan said, “On Dec. 16 , At about 1800 hours, operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit led…

A Lagos-based law firm, Tope Adebayo LP, has revealed that the concept of plea bargaining, although increasingly popular in Nigeria, lacks legal foundation in Nigerian federal laws and is only formally recognised in Lagos State. In its report titled ‘The Legality of the Use of Plea Bargain in Nigeria’s Criminal Justice System’, the firm described…

The Arewa for Justice Assembly, on Wednesday, condemned the unlawful detention of the leader of the Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, Bello Badejo, by the Nigerian military, describing the action as unjust, unconstitutional, and gross abuse of power under the leadership of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa. They also criticised the military’s…

Residents of Imeko in Ogun State have expressed fear and frustration, stating that Fulani herdsmen have made their lives unbearable. Communities such as Sagada, Iaro, and Imeko claim to be at the mercy of these alleged hoodlums and have called on the state government to intervene urgently. A farmer in the community, Adeshina Omidina, told…

An Executive Bill to establish the Akwa Ibom Geographical Information System (AKWAGiS) as an independent government agency, under the supervision of the Ministry of Lands, will be sent to the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly in 2025, Governor Pastor Umo Eno has announced. Speaking on Day 3 of the Akwa Ibom State Executive Council…

Over 20 children are feared dead in a stampede that occurred during a Christmas celebration in Ibadan, Oyo State. The event, hosted by a radio station owned by a popular broadcaster, promised gifts to attendees, drawing a large crowd and leading to a chaotic rush. The incident occurred during the event, with many children reportedly…