28 h. ago Taskforce recovers drugs, cash in Lagos estate, market raids

The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Taskforce has arrested 20 individuals in a targeted enforcement operation against illicit drug peddling in Gowon Estate and Egbeda, recovering various substances and cash believed to be proceeds from illegal activities. The raids, which took place on Tuesday, focused on notorious black spots including the 31 Road intersection, Read More

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46 h. ago Police dismantle gun smuggling ring in Kano, seize 19 rifles

The Kano Police Command has arrested 157 suspects involved in armed robbery, thuggery and other violent crimes within the last one month. The state police commissioner, Ibrahim Bakori made the disclosure during a news conference on Wednesday where he noted the achievements recorded since he assumed duty as CP in Kano State. He stated that Read More

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7 d. ago Ronke Okunade assumes duty as Lagos special fraud unit new CP

The newly appointed Commissioner of Police at the Police Special Fraud Unit, Lagos, Ronke Okunade, has officially assumed duty. This was confirmed by the spokesperson of the unit, Deputy Superintendent of Police Ovie Ewhubare, in a statement issued on Thursday in Lagos. Ewhubare noted that Okunade assumed office as the 31st CP, following the retirement Read More

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8 d. ago Visa Racketeering: Police Arraign Man For Alleged $236,400 Fraud

The operatives of the Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU) have arraigned a businessman, Jerald Lebechi, before the Federal High Court in Lagos over an alleged fraud amounting to $236,400 related to passport and visa scams. Lebechi was docked alongside his firm, Monarch and Co. Limited, before Justice Ibrahim Kala of the Federal High Court in […]

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1 week ago “Bobrisky Smuggled Eight ATM Cards Into Kirikiri, Used ₦35m For Special Treatment” – Lagos Baale Alleges

The recent incarceration of popular crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, has sparked fresh controversy, with a Lagos traditional ruler accusing Nigerian Correctional Service officials of aiding his alleged bribery scheme to secure VIP treatment in prison. Chief Babalola Shabi, the Baale of Kirikiri Town and popularly known as “Baale No-Nonsense,” claimed that Bobrisky […] The post “Bobrisky Smuggled Eight ATM Cards Into Kirikiri, Used ₦35m For Special Treatment” – Lagos Baale Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria is an experience with special people, food, place to be —Kenyan Bikers

Tribune Online Nigeria is an experience with special people, food, place to be —Kenyan Bikers •Say Lagos is the hightlight of Nigeria, promote Amala A group of adventurous bikers from Kenya recently embarked on an epic journey to Nigeria, and their experiences were nothing short of fascinating. As they rode into the bustling streets of Lagos, they were struck by the vibrant energy of the city and the warmth of […] Nigeria is an experience with special people, food, place to be —Kenyan Bikers Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Atiku’s Claims On EFCC, Lagos Dealings Unfounded – Presidency

The Presidency has described as baseless and misleading, recent claims by former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, alleging that he was under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over financial transactions linked to Lagos State. In a statement issued yesterday by the special adviser to the president on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, […]

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2 w. ago Atiku’s claim of EFCC probing him over Lagos funds transfer baseless — Presidency

Tribune Online Atiku’s claim of EFCC probing him over Lagos funds transfer baseless — Presidency The Presidency has strongly refuted claims by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar that he is under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over an alleged financial transaction involving Lagos State. In a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the Presidency described Atiku’s allegations as […] Atiku’s claim of EFCC probing him over Lagos funds transfer baseless — Presidency Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Abel Oluwamuyiwa assumes duty as Education Ministry’s new perm sec

Tribune Online Abel Oluwamuyiwa assumes duty as Education Ministry’s new perm sec The new Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Mr. Abel Enitan Oluwamuyiwa, assumed office on Thursday with a charge to the ministry's staff to rededicate themselves to the ongoing transformation in the education sector. Abel Oluwamuyiwa assumes duty as Education Ministry’s new perm sec Tribune Online

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4 w. ago PICTORIAL: Kano Police Arrest 10 Suspects For Kidnapping, Armed Robbery, Recover N4.8m Cash, Arms, Ammunition

In compliance with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, to all Police Commands and Formations to develop an action plan aimed at minimising crimes, the Kano State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, upon assumption of duty on March 17, 2025, re-jigged the Command’s Intelligence and Operational capabilities, and […]

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4 w. ago Tinubu commends NASS for unanimous support on Rivers emergency declaration

• As sole administrator assumes duty, meets Perm Secs, others From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja and Tony John, Port Harcourt President Bola Tinubu has praised the National Assembly for its swift and patriotic approval of the State of Emergency in Rivers State. He said the move is crucial in restoring stability to the state, which has […] The post Tinubu commends NASS for unanimous support on Rivers emergency declaration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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