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admin - April 29, 2026

NIGERIA: Police, EFCC Rescue 14 Abducted Victims on Calabar–Oron Waterways

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria The Nigeria Police Force, in collaboration with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, has rescued 14 victims abducted by sea pirates along the Calabar–Oron waterways. The victims were freed following sustained intelligence-driven operations and coordinated tactical efforts targeting criminal elements operating within the maritime corridor. The development […]

admin - April 28, 2026

MALAWI: Government to Sell Abandoned Aircraft at KIA After 17 Years

By Smile Hamilton The Malawi Government has announced plans to sell an aircraft that has remained idle for 17 years at Kamuzu International Airport, in a move aimed at improving operations at the country’s main gateway. Authorities say the aircraft, which has been sitting unused on the airport premises for nearly two decades, […]

admin - April 27, 2026

NIGERIA: FG Hails Saudi Scholarship for 50 Nigerian Students

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria The Federal Government has commended the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for offering fully funded scholarships to 50 Nigerian students in petroleum and mineral studies, describing the initiative as a strategic investment in human capital development and a reinforcement of bilateral ties. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, […]

admin - April 27, 2026

NIGERIA: ₦400m Railway Loot Recovered, Police Reject ₦100m Bribe in Anti-Vandal Crackdown

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria The Nigeria Police Force has foiled a railway vandalism syndicate, recovering assets valued at over ₦400 million and rejecting a ₦100 million bribe allegedly offered to compromise the operation. Operatives of the Force Intelligence Department Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS) arrested two suspects, Chisom Goodnews, 32, and Ahmed Adamu, […]

admin - April 27, 2026

NIGERIA: Police Fix Dates For Constable Recruitment Examination In Kogi

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria The Kogi State Police Command has announced that the written examination for candidates in the ongoing police constable recruitment exercise will be held from April 28 to April 30 across the state. In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat on […]

admin - April 27, 2026

NIGERIA: Gunmen Abduct 23 Pupils From Kogi School, 15 Rescued

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria Gunmen have abducted 23 pupils from an unregistered orphanage and school facility in the Zariagi area of Lokoja, Kogi State. The attack also saw the wife of the proprietor taken. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, at the Dahallukitab Group of School, which was operating illegally in […]

admin - April 27, 2026

MALAWI: Men Urged to Open Up as Mental Health Concerns Rise

By Smile Hamilton Malawi A men’s mental health advocacy group, Men and Kings, has urged men to open up to one another as a way of building resilience against life challenges that can lead to suicide. The call comes at a time when mental health issues among men continue to rise, with many […]

admin - April 27, 2026

NIGERIA: APC Condemns Makinde’s Remarks, Describes Governor As Unfit For Office

By Onoja Baba The All Progressives Congress has strongly condemned comments made by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, accusing him of inciting violence and questioning his fitness to hold public office. In a statement issued on Sunday, signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the party alleged that Makinde made inflammatory […]

admin - April 27, 2026

NIGERIA: I Chose Humanity Over Luxury, Idris HK Declares As He Joins Kogi East Senate Race

By Onoja Baba The Chairman of the Idris HK Foundation, Idris Husseini Kashim, has formally declared his intention to contest the Kogi East Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections, stating that his decision is rooted in a lifelong commitment to humanity over personal luxury. Idris made the declaration on Sunday at […]

admin - April 27, 2026

NIGERIA: Pastor Chris Okafor Wants To Send Me To Jail – Doris Ogala Cries Out

By Onoja Baba, Nigeria The ongoing legal feud between Nollywood actress Doris Ogala and the founder of Grace Nation International, Pastor Chris Okafor, reached a critical point this week as the actress expresses fears of imprisonment. In a viral video obtained by African Culture TV, the actress appealed for support from the […]