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4 suspected Boko Haram members arrested in Edo

Posted by admin Boko Haram, Edo, Headlines, State News Monday, April 22nd, 2019

Edo State Police Command has arrested four suspected Boko Haram members in the state. The suspects, who are also said to be members of the robbery and kidnapping gangs terrorising Kogi and Edo states, were planning coordinated attacks against police formations in Edo State. This was disclosed yesterday in Benin, the capital of the state, by […]

Sri Lanka attacks: More than 200 killed as churches and hotels targeted

Posted by admin Africa & World Politics, Headlines Sunday, April 21st, 2019

At least 207 people have been killed and 450 hurt in explosions at churches and hotels in Sri Lanka, police say. Eight blasts were reported, including at three churches in Negombo, Batticaloa and Colombo’s Kochchikade district during Easter services. The Shangri-La, Kingsbury and Cinnamon Grand luxury hotels, all in the capital, were also targeted. A […]

3rd Mainland Bridge safe –FG

Posted by admin Headlines, Lagos, State News Sunday, April 21st, 2019

The Federal Ministry of Power, Works and Housing, has assured motorists in Lagos that the Third Mainland Bridge is safe for use. The ministry disclosed this in a statement attached to a video of ongoing under-water confirmatory tests on the bridge’s piles. The statement, signed by Special Adviser, Communications, to the Minister of Power, Works and […]

Thieves break into police station as officers watch UEFA match

Posted by admin Headlines, Nigerian Police Thursday, April 18th, 2019

(NAN) Thieves broke into a Kenyan police station on Tuesday night as all officers on duty abandoned their post to watch a UEFA Champions League match at a nearby trading center. Kenya Standard newspaper reported that the incident happened at Kobujoi Police Station, Nandi County. The thieves made away with three rifles and ammunition. On returning […]

Court remands 2 traffic wardens for killing NSCDC, officer in Abuja

Posted by admin Abuja (FCT), Headlines, State News Thursday, April 18th, 2019

Molly Kilete, Abuja The Police Force headquarters in Abuja, has said that the two traffic wardens who participated in the killing of an officer with the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), ASC Ogar Jumbo, at Nyanya, Abuja, have been remanded in prison custody. The accused officers – TW GII Idoko Sunday and […]

Police arrests spiritual father of kidnappers terrorizing Abuja/Kaduna highway

Posted by admin Abuja (FCT), Headlines, Kaduna, State News Thursday, April 18th, 2019

Molly Kilete, Abuja The police headquarters in Abuja has announced the arrest of one Mallam Salisu Abubakar, 48, said to be the “spiritual father” of armed robbers, kidnappers and other criminals terrorizing motorists and other road users along the Abuja/Kaduna highway. The suspect, who hails from Dutsinma Local Government Area of Katsina State, is said to […]

Tears flow as Nasarawa holds mass burial for 16 killed by herdsmen

Posted by admin Headlines, Nasarawa, State News Thursday, April 18th, 2019

Linus Oota, Lafia Tears and anger rolled uncontrollably as victims of the recent Nasarawa killings were laid to rest in Kochum-Numa village in AKwanga council of Nasarawa State. A total of 16 out of the 17 victims of the attack were committed to mother earth after the performance of Christian rites. One of the […]

FG declares Friday, Monday public holidays

Posted by admin Headlines Wednesday, April 17th, 2019

Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Federal government has declared Friday and Monday, April 19 and 22, 2019, public holidays to enable Christians to mark this year’s Easter celebration. Minister of Interior, Lt. Gen. (rtd) Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal government, enjoined all Christians to emulate the exemplary attributes of […]

Sudan’s ex-President Omar al-Bashir moved to prison

Posted by admin Africa & World Politics, Headlines Wednesday, April 17th, 2019

(BBC) Sudan’s former President Omar al-Bashir has been moved to Kobar maximum security prison, days after he was deposed in a military coup. Reports say the ex-leader has until now been detained at the presidential residence under heavy guard. He is reportedly being held in solitary confinement and is surrounded by tight security. Months of […]

Former Peruvian president kills self after police arrived at his home to arrest him over bribery allegations

Posted by admin Africa & World Politics, Headlines Wednesday, April 17th, 2019

(BBC)Former Peruvian President Alan García has died after shooting himself as police arrived at his home to arrest him over bribery allegations. Mr. García was rushed to hospital in the capital, Lima. His death was confirmed by current President Martín Vizcarra. A crowd of supporters gathered outside the hospital building and were held back by […]