August 8, 2025

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Oyo Government Intensifies Efforts to Resolve Decades-Long Boundary Disputes Across 12 Local Councils

In a decisive move to restore lasting peace and communal harmony, the Oyo State Government has initiated comprehensive steps to resolve lingering boundary disputes involving twelve Local Government Areas across the state. The initiative, aimed at addressing both intra and inter-local government boundary conflicts, was spearheaded by the Deputy Governor of the state, Barrister Bayo

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Seventeen Killed as Suspected Herdsmen Launch Deadly Attacks on Multiple Benue Communities, Residents Flee in Panic

On the night of April 17, 2025, suspected armed militia, believed to be herders, launched coordinated attacks on communities within the Sankera axis of Benue State, specifically targeting areas in Ukum and Logo Local Government Areas. The assaults resulted in the deaths of 17 residents—five in the Gbagir area of Ukum and twelve in Logo—before

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Two Killed, One Abducted as Bandits Attack Faruruwa Village Market in Kano

Two people are feared dead and one abducted following a violent bandit attack on the Faruruwa village market in Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State. The attack occurred on Thursday night while the weekly market was bustling with traders and residents from nearby communities. Gunmen stormed the market, opening fire and causing panic among

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NEMA Bolsters Peace Efforts: Delivers Massive Relief to Operation Safe Corridor for Rehabilitation of Ex-Boko Haram Fighters

In a significant move to accelerate the peace process in Nigeria’s North-East, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has delivered a substantial consignment of relief materials to the military authorities overseeing Operation Safe Corridor in Gombe. This initiative targets the de-radicalisation, rehabilitation, and reintegration of 800 former Boko Haram fighters who voluntarily surrendered their arms

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Easter: FRSC Warns Motorists Against Reckless Driving, Deploys Massive Patrols Nationwide

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has issued a stern warning to motorists nationwide, urging them to shun reckless driving and strictly adhere to traffic regulations during the 2025 Easter celebrations. Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed, in a directive to all Commanding Officers, emphasized the full deployment of personnel and resources across highways to ensure maximum

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EFCC Chairman Honoured with SERVICOM Award for Championing Justice and Transparency

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa, has been honoured with an award of distinction and quality service by SERVICOM, in recognition of his outstanding dedication to promoting justice, transparency, and effective service delivery in Nigeria. The award was presented by the National Coordinator of SERVICOM, Mrs. Nnenna Akajemeli, during

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Accident on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Triggers Major Traffic Gridlock

A multiple-vehicle accident on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway at Kara Bridge inward OPIC early Friday morning caused severe traffic congestion, with gridlock stretching back to Otedola Bridge. The crash, which occurred around 6:30 a.m., involved several vehicles reportedly traveling at high speed, resulting in at least three fatalities and multiple injuries. Emergency responders, including the Lagos

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Stepfather Faces Trial After Impregnating Underage Stepdaughter Three Times, Resulting in Abortions

An Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court heard harrowing details of how Adewunmi Ajayi allegedly sexually abused his underage stepdaughter repeatedly since 2019, leading to three pregnancies and multiple abortions. The disturbing case came to light when a teacher reported the 15-year-old survivor to the police, accompanied by a referral letter from Alausa. According

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Two Young Brothers Drown in Neglected Mining Pit in Nasarawa Community

Tragedy struck the Udege Mbeki community in Nasarawa State on Thursday when two young siblings, Umar Muhammad (7) and Ibrahim Muhammad (9), lost their lives by drowning in an abandoned excavation site formerly operated by Kenyang Mining Company Limited, a Chinese firm. The site, locally known as a paddock, had filled with rainwater following recent

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Olubadan Advisory Council Removes Two Mogajis Amidst Family Disputes and Calls for Unity in Ibadanland

The Olubadan Advisory Council has taken decisive action by dismissing two Mogajis—Chief Musilu Yekini Olaoye of Peluseriki compound, Isale Osi, and Chief Rasaki Funso Ayinde Oguntobi of Oloola Ogungbesan compound, Bode—following escalating family protests and allegations of misconduct. The council’s decision, endorsed by His Imperial Majesty, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, is

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