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The three operatives are being held at the State Criminal Investigation Department as the police launch an investigation into alleged harassment of a motorist in Owerri.
Police say intelligence-led operation led to the arrest of a 27-year-old suspect as investigations continue into motorcycle-assisted robberies targeting POS operators and other residents.
Activist and broadcaster urges Nigerians and the media to acknowledge improvement in power generation while demanding sustained reliability
Police say security pressure forced the abductors to free the 20 prospective corps members, while a victim's family says they raised money after kidnappers demanded payment
Adeniyi Benjamin was arrested at a facility in Olodo where police say he was treating patients despite allegedly having no medical qualification or licence to practise
Taofeek was detained in Agbeye after community members allegedly caught him with cocoa seeds; police say preliminary findings point to suicide
More than 1,000 northern Islamic clerics have asked President Bola Tinubu to reconsider his 2027 re-election bid, citing insecurity, hardship and brain drain.
Ukeme David had completed his NYSC clearance in Benin and planned to return to Lagos before a family request changed his plans; meanwhile, sonar technology has been deployed to locate the submerged aircraft in Ondo
More than 1,000 northern Islamic clerics have asked President Bola Tinubu to reconsider his 2027 re-election bid, citing insecurity, hardship and brain drain.
Bayelsa PDP has unveiled its 2027 campaign timetable, targeting all 105 wards through an eight-LGA grassroots mobilisation beginning November 23.
The Federal Government and Lagos State have established joint committees to drive a 24-hour electricity pilot in Lagos under the new 24/7 Energy Zones initiative.
Nigeria is taking another step into the next phase of satellite communications with plans for the development of a new telecommunications satellite, NigComSat-2A. The Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited, NIGCOMSAT, has entered into an agreement with Thales Alenia Space for the development of the new geostationary satellite. The contract, signed in Cannes, France, on September 14, 2026, is expected to strengthen Nigeria's satellite communications capacity while expanding access to digital services across the continent.
Stakeholders seek evidence-driven strategy to improve healthcare access
Nollywood Actor Rykardo Agbor Survives Serious Car Crash in Ibadan Nollywood actor Rykardo Agbor has survived a serious road accident in Ibadan, Oyo State, after his vehicle was badly damaged in the crash. Agbor, also known as Ricardo Agbor, disclosed the incident through a video shared on his Instagram page, showing the wreckage of his silver Lexus SUV. The crash reportedly occurred around the Cornerstone City billboard area along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Ibadan. Images and footage from the scene showed significant damage to the front section of the vehicle, including a crushed bonnet, damaged grille, exposed engine components and a damaged front-left tyre.
Retail prices remain uneven across Nigerian cities, while rising diesel costs threaten to increase expenses for transport operators, manufacturers and businesses relying on generators
The three operatives are being held at the State Criminal Investigation Department as the police launch an investigation into alleged harassment of a motorist in Owerri.
Police say intelligence-led operation led to the arrest of a 27-year-old suspect as investigations continue into motorcycle-assisted robberies targeting POS operators and other residents.
The Super Eagles forward has been named the best player of the opening eight rounds of the Turkish 1. Lig by beIN SPORTS. Iheanacho has been in prolific form since joining Bursaspor, scoring 11 goals and providing two assists in eight league appearances.
Portugal will face Norway without captain Bruno Fernandes after the Manchester United midfielder was ruled out of Sunday’s Nations League encounter following a fitness concern. Fernandes’ absence comes after he was taken off towards the closing stages of Portugal’s 1–0 victory over Wales in Lisbon. The midfielder had reportedly been dealing with discomfort before the game, and the latest setback has now forced Portugal to leave one of their most influential players out of the trip to Oslo.
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