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Fake police officer arrested in Kano
The Kano State Police Command has arrested a 31-year-old man masquerading as a Police Special Constabulary and extorting unsuspicious members of the public.
SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa,…
Military Denies Allegations of Detaining Civilian in TRADOC Over Fraud Claim
The Nigerian Army's Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) has refuted allegations of illegally detaining a civilian at the Minna Military Cantonment, dismissing claims of misconduct by the…
Acclaimed Nigerian Filmmaker Biyi Bandele’s Death at 54 Confirmed as Suicide
New revelations have emerged regarding the tragic passing of renowned Nigerian novelist and filmmaker, Biyi Bandele. In August 2022, his daughter, Temi Bandele, announced his sudden death…
157 Arrested in Florida Human Trafficking Sting, Including 25 Illegal Immigrants
Florida law enforcement, led by Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd, has arrested 157 individuals in a human traff!cking sting dubbed “Operation Autumn Sweep.” Among those arrested were 25…
Buhari celebrates Gowon at 90
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has paid tribute to Gen. Yakubu Gowon, former military Head of State, as he marks his 90th birthday.
In a statement on Friday by his spokesman, Garba…
Mpox Vaccine Rollout Faces Delays in Congo Amid Low Public Awareness
Congo’s mpox vaccination campaign is progressing slower than anticipated, with limited public awareness hampering efforts, according to Cris Kacita, head of the country's mpox response…
Troops Arrest Three Suspected Terrorist Collaborators in Taraba
Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have arrested three individuals suspected of collaborating with terrorist elements in Taraba State.
This was disclosed in a statement on Friday by…
Ayra Starr to Host First YouTube Live Concert in Nairobi
YouTube has announced its collaboration with Kenya's Raha Fest to host Ayra Starr’s debut YouTube live concert in Nairobi.
Addy Awofisayo, YouTube's Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa,…
Shettima Arrives in Sweden for Two-Day Visit to Boost Bilateral Ties
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Stockholm, Sweden, for a two-day working visit aimed at strengthening trade and bilateral relations between Nigeria and Sweden.
Shettima's…
Nigeria to Receive First Batch of Malaria Vaccines This Week
Nigeria will take delivery of its first shipment of the long-awaited malaria vaccines on Thursday, marking a critical advancement in the fight against the nation’s deadliest disease.
The…