4 h. ago CIMICO lauds DSS for arresting suspected gunrunners, kidnappers, recovering weapons

The Sun A civil society organisation, Civil–Military Cooperation (CIMICO), has commended the Department of State Services (DSS) for its recent operations arresting several suspected gunrunners and kidnappers, and recovering numerous weapons across Nigeria. In a statement by its coordinator, Adams Otakwu, CIMICO said, “Recent sweeping operations by DSS operatives across the country have helped to […] The post CIMICO lauds DSS for arresting suspected gunrunners, kidnappers, recovering weapons appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago CIMICO lauds DSS for nabbing suspected gunrunners, kidnappers, recovering weapons

Tribune Online CIMICO lauds DSS for nabbing suspected gunrunners, kidnappers, recovering weapons A civil society organisation (CSO), Civil–Military Cooperation (CIMICO), has commended the Department of State Services (DSS) for arresting several suspected gunrunners, kidnappers and for recovering several weapons in the process.  A statement by the group’s coordinator, Adams Otakwu, said, “Recent sweeping operations by DSS operatives across the country have helped to stem the tide of […] CIMICO lauds DSS for nabbing suspected gunrunners, kidnappers, recovering weapons Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Club World Cup: Real Madrid unable to beat Al Hilal in first match

By Seyi Babalola Real Madrid were held to a 1-1 tie by Al Hilal in their opening match at the 2025 Club World Cup on Wednesday evening. Saudi Arabia’s champions started the game well and threatened to seize the lead. But it was Madrid who struck first, with Gonzalo Garcia capping off a magnificent team […] The post Club World Cup: Real Madrid unable to beat Al Hilal in first match appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Lagos task force nabs 49 suspects during Victoria Island raids

Tribune Online Lagos task force nabs 49 suspects during Victoria Island raids Those who choose to undermine the peace and security of our communities must desist or be prepared to face the full weight of the law. Lagos task force nabs 49 suspects during Victoria Island raids Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Nnamdi Kanu’s incitement responsible for mass violence in South

Tribune Online Nnamdi Kanu’s incitement responsible for mass violence in South-East, DSS witness tells Court The DSS witness alleged that Kanu directed his followers to deal with some targeted persons including security operatives. Nnamdi Kanu’s incitement responsible for mass violence in South-East, DSS witness tells Court Tribune Online

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21 h. ago IPOB: Kanu’s incitement leads to killing of 200 security agents in S’East – DSS witness

How IPOB members killed Gulak From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The trial of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, resumed at the Abuja division of the Federal High Court with revelations of how between 170 and 200 security agents in the South East lost their lives due to the activities […] The post IPOB: Kanu’s incitement leads to killing of 200 security agents in S’East – DSS witness appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Edo Police Arrest Three Kidnap Suspects After Receiving Ransom

Operatives of Edo State Police Command have arrested three kidnapping suspects, who had collected millions of naira as ransom from 11 victims between January and April 2025. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Moses Yamu on Wednesday, disclosed that the kidnapping syndicate had been terrorizing Benin City and its environs. Moses also identified the […] The post Edo Police Arrest Three Kidnap Suspects After Receiving Ransom appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago No Kwara Pilgrim Is Stranded In Saudi Arabia, Billed To Return June 21– KWSG

The Kwara State government has said that no pilgrim from the state is stranded in Saudi Arabia. In a statement signed by the chief press secretary to the governor, Rafiu Ajakaye, the government rolled out the return flight schedule of Kwara pilgrims, which showed that the pilgrims from the state will start returning to Nigeria […]

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40 h. ago Kwara Gov’t Replies PDP, Says No Pilgrim Stranded In Saudi Arabia

The Kwara State government has declared that no pilgrim from the state is stranded in Saudi Arabia. In a statement signed by the chief press secretary to the governor, Rafiu Ajakaye, the government also unveiled the return schedule flights which showed that the pilgrims from Kwara State will begin returning to Nigeria from 21st June, […]

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66 h. ago Outrage as Dauda hosts political rally amid escalating bandit attacks in Zamfara

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto A growing wave of criticism has trailed Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal for hosting a political rally in the state capital, Gusau, shortly after returning from a pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia, despite a surge in deadly bandit attacks that have claimed hundreds of lives across multiple local government areas. The Zamfara […] The post Outrage as Dauda hosts political rally amid escalating bandit attacks in Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Five Nabbed As LAWMA Cracks Down On Waste Blackspots In Lagos

The Lagos Waste Management Authority has apprehended five individuals during a thorough operation aimed at clearing waste blackspots in the Ajasa Command area of the state. Tokunbo Wahab, the state Commissioner for the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, made this known in a post on X on Sunday. He wrote, “In a continued […] The post Five Nabbed As LAWMA Cracks Down On Waste Blackspots In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Anambra Police Nab Man For Allegedly Buying Vandalized EEDC Equipment

Operatives Anambra State Police Command have arrested a man for allegedly buying stolen materials gotten from vandalized Enugu Electricity Distribution Company equipment. It was gathered that the 40 years old man, identified as Maduka, was apprehended in Onitsha with equipment gotten from a destroyed facility. In a statement on Sunday by Spokesman for Anambra State […] The post Anambra Police Nab Man For Allegedly Buying Vandalized EEDC Equipment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Ebonyi: Outrage as murder suspect allegedly shielded by DSS officer walks free

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The people of Umuka community in Okposi, Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State are demanding justice over the murder of a young woman, allegedly last seen in the custody of a local youth. The suspect is alleged to be walking free following protection by his relative who works in the […] The post Ebonyi: Outrage as murder suspect allegedly shielded by DSS officer walks free appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 183 Suspects Nabbed As Police Raid Criminal Hideouts In Kaduna

A total of 183 individuals have been apprehended following the Kaduna State Police Command’s intensified raid on criminal hideouts and notorious spots across the state. Divisional Police Officers in key metropolitan areas spearheaded the operation, which also uncovered hard drugs and dangerous weapons. In a statement issued in Kaduna on Saturday, the Command’s Public Relations […] The post 183 Suspects Nabbed As Police Raid Criminal Hideouts In Kaduna appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Stop Calling Us Terrorists To End Violence, Says Bandit Kingpin Ado Aliero

Notorious bandit leader Ado Aliero has declared that members of his group will not end their violent activities unless authorities and the general public stop referring to them as terrorists. As reported by counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama on his X platform, Aliero stated this during a peace dialogue session held in Danmusa local government area […]

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4 d. ago One month after kidnap in Imo, family of Olaoluwa Adetona begs for his release

The family of Olaoluwa Adetona, a Globalcom employee kidnapped over a month ago in Imo State, has issued a public read more One month after kidnap in Imo, family of Olaoluwa Adetona begs for his release

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4 d. ago Federal Gov’t Flags Off TVET Entrance Exam Into Tech Colleges For 30,000 Students

The Federal Government, through the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB), has flagged off the 2025 entrance examination for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) into Federal Technical Colleges across Nigeria, with over 30,000 candidates participating nationwide. The Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of NABTEB, Dr. Mohammed Aminu Mohammed, disclosed this while monitoring […]

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5 d. ago “Kanu’s Radio Broadcasts Cause Of Unrest, Economic Sabotage In South

Department of State Services has claimed that some broadcasts made by leader of  proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, are responsible for economic breakdown and unrest in the South-East region. The fourth prosecution witness, a DSS operative, identified as Mr. DDD for security reasons, testified before Justice James Omotosho, of the Federal High Court […] The post “Kanu’s Radio Broadcasts Cause Of Unrest, Economic Sabotage In South-East” — DSS appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Court admits ‘Radio Biafra’ transmitter allegedly smuggled into Nigeria by Kanu

Guns recovered in Kanu’s associate’s residence – DSS A Federal High Court in Abuja has admitted in evidence a radio transmitter allegedly smuggled into the country by the detained self-acclaimed leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. The court also heard how a search warrant obtained from a Chief Magistrate Court in […] The post Court admits ‘Radio Biafra’ transmitter allegedly smuggled into Nigeria by Kanu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago 10 arrested for kidnapping, illegal possession of arms in Kwara

Kwara State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects for kidnapping, illegal possession of firearms and culpable homicide. Commissioner of Police, Adekimi Ojo, said: “We will not relent in our efforts to rid Kwara of criminals. Our officers remain committed to pursuing justice with diligence and integrity. “The Anti-Kidnapping Squad (AKS) operatives arrested a notorious kidnap […] The post 10 arrested for kidnapping, illegal possession of arms in Kwara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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