81 m. ago Anybody found with dreadlocks in Niger should be arrested – Governor Bago

Governor Umar Bago of Niger State has directed security operatives to arrest individuals with dreadlocks in Minna, the state capital, read more Anybody found with dreadlocks in Niger should be arrested – Governor Bago

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1 hour ago Niger Gov Orders Arrest, Fine For Individuals With Dreadlocks, Guns 

Niger State Governor, Umaru Mohammed Bago has directed security agencies to arrest individuals found with dreadlocks or firearms across the state. The Governor made the announcement during a security stakeholders’ meeting held in Minna on Tuesday. The meeting which involved traditional rulers, law enforcement officials, and community leaders, was said to be in response to […] The post Niger Gov Orders Arrest, Fine For Individuals With Dreadlocks, Guns  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Coalition seeks Tinubu’s Intervention on rising tensions in Niger Delta

By Lukman Olabiyi A coalition of over 130 pan-Yoruba groups under the banner of the Alliance for Yoruba Democratic Movements (AYDM), has called on President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action to avert a looming crisis in the Niger Delta . The group warned that the current political and economic marginalization of the Itsekiri people […] The post Coalition seeks Tinubu’s Intervention on rising tensions in Niger Delta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Gov Bago Orders Arrest Of Males With Dreadlocks, Weavons In Niger

In a controversial move aimed at addressing the growing insecurity in Niger State, Governor Umar Bago has ordered security agents to arrest individuals spotted with dreadlocks or wearing weavons, describing the fashion choices as signs of “rascality.” The directive, which was captured in a now-viral video, sparked widespread reactions across social media and civil society […]

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11 h. ago Governor Bago Orders 6 PM To 6 AM Curfew In Minna Amid Security Concerns

The Niger State Government has implemented a new security measure in Minna, the state’s capital, by imposing a nightly curfew on commercial motorcycles (Okada) and tricycle drivers (Keke NAPEP). The curfew will run from 6 pm to 6 am every day. Governor Mohammed Umar Bago announced the decision during a meeting with stakeholders on Tuesday, […] The post Governor Bago Orders 6 PM To 6 AM Curfew In Minna Amid Security Concerns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Akwa Ibom Probes Poor Outing At Maiden Niger Delta Sports Festival

The Akwa Ibom State government has launched investigation into the abysmal performance of the state contingent at the just-concluded regional sports festival organised by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). This followed allegations of embezzlement of funds meant for the athletes’ allowances and failure to provide sporting kits and other motivational aids for the athletes […]

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23 h. ago Police Foil Attempt To Sell Newborn For ₦800,000 In Akwa Ibom, Arrest Suspects

The Akwa Ibom Police Command has rescued a two-day-old baby and arrested two traffickers who attempted to sell the infant for ₦800,000. Timfon John, the Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed this in a statement issued in Uyo on Monday. John revealed that the command’s operatives stopped a vehicle on Nsit Atai-Oron Road, which was being […] The post Police Foil Attempt To Sell Newborn For ₦800,000 In Akwa Ibom, Arrest Suspects appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago U20 AFCON: Flying Eagles Storm Cairo For Friendly Battle With Young Pharaohs

Nigeria’s U20 male football team, Flying Eagles, have arrived in the Egyptian capital city of Cairo as they get set for 17th Africa U20 Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals starting in the North African country on Sunday. A delegation of 24 players and nine officials led by head coach, Aliyu Zubairu, touched down at the […]

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27 h. ago Diri, Lokpobiri, PANDEF, Others Pay Tribute To Bayelsa Monarch

Bayelsa State Governor Senator Douye Diri and Minister of State for Petroleum Senator Heineken Lokpobiri have hailed the qualities of Pa Jonathan Alagba, the Amananaowei of Ikibiri town in the Ekpetiama kingdom of Yenagoa local government area of the state. The national chairman of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Amb. Boladei Igali and the […]

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32 h. ago Niger: Thugs on rampage, kill bank driver, beat man to coma in latest attack

From John Adams, Minna There seems to be no end in sight over the activities of some youths suspected to be thugs in Minna,  Niger State, who have continued to unleash terror, and stabbing innocent citizens to death without any provocation. The latest victims in the ongoing brutal killing by these thugs are  :a driver […] The post Niger: Thugs on rampage, kill bank driver, beat man to coma in latest attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Terror Group Mahmuda Occupies Parts Of Kwara, Niger, Emir Alarms Authorities

The Emir of Yashikira, Umoru Seriki, has expressed grave concern over a growing terrorist group called “Mahmuda” that is reportedly occupying parts of Kwara and Niger States. According to Seriki, the authorities have been neglecting these regions, leaving local communities vulnerable to attacks. He voiced his frustration during an interview on Monday, saying that the […] The post Terror Group Mahmuda Occupies Parts Of Kwara, Niger, Emir Alarms Authorities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Police Arrest Suspected Traffickers, Recover Baby In Akwa Ibom

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command, in their intensified surveillance during the ongoing Easter season, busted a syndicate specialising in trafficking new babies and trading them off for cash. LEADERSHIP gathered that the criminal gang bought most of the children at baby factories from willing young girls who claimed they could not support […]

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49 h. ago Anambra Police Arrest Two Suspects Over Kidnapping, Recover Firearms, Ammunition

The Anambra State Police Command has apprehended two suspected kidnappers, including a woman, in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area of the state. The police identified the suspects as Celestine Onuyia, described as a native doctor who reportedly prepares charms and hides the gang’s weapons, and Jacinta Okolo, said to be part of the kidnapping […] The post Anambra Police Arrest Two Suspects Over Kidnapping, Recover Firearms, Ammunition appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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52 h. ago 2027 reason for killings in Plateau, Benue –APC Chieftain, Vatsa

From John Adams Minna A former Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism in Niger State and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Jonathan Vatsa, has alleged that the ongoing violence in Plateau and Benue states is politically motivated and intended to undermine President Bola  Tinubu’s administration ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with […] The post 2027 reason for killings in Plateau, Benue –APC Chieftain, Vatsa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Don arraigned for giving false information, causing Enugu monarch’s suspension

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu A university lecturer,  Uchenna Ezemagu, has been arraigned before the Enugu North Magistrates’ Court for allegedly giving false information to the police, which led to the arrest and suspension of a traditional ruler in Enugu State. Ezemagu,50, a professor, who teaches at Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike Ikwo (AE-FUNAI), was arraigned […] The post Don arraigned for giving false information, causing Enugu monarch’s suspension appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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57 h. ago Benue, Plateau Violence Politically Driven – APC Chieftain Vatsa Claims

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Niger State, Jonathan Vatsa, has alleged that the growing insecurity in Plateau and Benue States is politically motivated. Speaking in Minna on Sunday, Vatsa claimed that the violence is being orchestrated to discredit President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration ahead of the 2027 general elections. He argued that […] The post Benue, Plateau Violence Politically Driven – APC Chieftain Vatsa Claims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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65 h. ago Niger APC chieftain Vatsa claims 2027 motives behind Plateau, Benue killings

From John Adams, Minna Jonathan Vatsa, a former Niger State Commissioner and All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, alleged on Sunday, April 20, that the ongoing killings in Plateau and Benue are politically motivated to undermine President Bola Tinubu’s administration ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking to reporters at his Minna residence, Vatsa, Special Adviser on […] The post Niger APC chieftain Vatsa claims 2027 motives behind Plateau, Benue killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Every country without morality is a danger to humanity –Nzeako

•Warns influential persons against indiscriminate arrest of citizens with security personnel By Cosmas Omegoh Some influential persons are using the police to arrest and detain fellow citizens – sometimes for as long as they desire. Constitutional lawyer and rights activist, Mr Fred Nzeako, insists the trend impinges on the rights of victims. In this interview, […] The post Every country without morality is a danger to humanity –Nzeako appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Police Arrest 6 Suspected Kidnappers, Recover 4 Fabricated AK

The Kaduna State Police Command said on April 17, 2025, at about 1520hrs, credible intelligence was received from a reliable source regarding the presence of a suspected kidnapper taking refuge at Gida Abe in the State. Acting swiftly on the information, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Tafa Division immediately mobilised a surveillance team to […]

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3 d. ago Plateau, Delta state athletes dominate 2025 Calabar Marathon

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Gang James Boyi, a 17-year-old athlete from Plateau State, has emerged as the winner of the male category in the 2025 Calabar Marathon. Gang James won the 24km race with a time of 1:04:24, followed closely by Francis Musa also from Plateau State, who came second with a time of 1:04:51. […] The post Plateau, Delta state athletes dominate 2025 Calabar Marathon appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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