The key suspect implicated in the murder of SP Bako Angbashim, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) overseeing the Ahoada Police Division in Ahoada-East local government area of Rivers State, Gift David Opara, has been eliminated. Opara, also known as 2-Baba, who had been on the run since September 2023, was reportedly fatally shot during an…
According to reports, Palace aides allegedly prevented Prince Harry from having a heartfelt conversation with his father, King Charles, over concerns that he would overstay his welcome. After King Charles’s recent cancer diagnosis, Prince Harry had hoped to spend a few days at Sandringham upon his arrival in London. However, he was instructed to visit…
The Ekiti State Police Command has apprehended eight members of a kidnapping syndicate responsible for the abduction of school children and their teachers in Emure Ekiti. Speaking to journalists over the weekend, the command’s spokesperson, Sunday Abutu, credited the success to the diligent efforts of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS). Abutu disclosed that during the…
A South African woman and her boyfriend have been sentenced to life imprisonment for the vicious murder of her husband. The court’s verdict reflects the gravity of their actions, condemning their roles in the brutal killing and ensuring justice for the victim and his family. The woman and her boyfriend were found guilty of orchestrating…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has made a significant interception in Sokoto State, seizing 15 trucks loaded with food items. This action is part of the NCS’s ongoing efforts to curb smuggling activities that contribute to the soaring prices of essential commodities across the nation. Abubakar Chafe, the spokesperson for the NCS Sokoto Command, disclosed…
Fr. Kelvin Ugwu, a Nigerian Catholic priest, appeared to criticize those who had vowed to teach the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, a lesson during the 2023 election. In a Facebook post on Saturday, the priest wrote, “We will teach Obi a lesson,” echoing the sentiments of those against Obi. He then…
President Vladimir Putin announced on Wednesday that Russian scientists were on the brink of developing vaccines for cancer, which could soon be accessible to patients. Speaking during a televised address, Putin stated that “we have made significant progress in the development of cancer vaccines and immunomodulatory drugs of a new generation.” He expressed hope that…
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has announced plans to initiate legal actions against skit-makers who misuse their uniform for comedic purposes. This decision comes amidst concerns regarding the portrayal of traffic officers in online content. According to LASTMA’s spokesperson, the agency views the misuse of its uniform as a serious offense and intends…
Jose Mourinho, the former coach of Chelsea and AS Roma, has expressed his reluctance to visit Africa, citing the fervent and enthusiastic fans in the continent. Mourinho elaborated that whenever he visits Africa, he finds it challenging to move around due to the overwhelming reception from fans. He mentioned prominent African players like Didier Drogba,…
Troops of the Nigerian Army have intercepted trucks suspected of transporting prohibited goods to the Republic of Cameroon. The trucks, each loaded with 600 50kg bags of cement, were showcased to journalists at the Nigeria Police headquarters in Yola, the capital of Adamawa State, on Friday. Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, had issued an Executive…
