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Four Arrested Over Murder of Retired Army General in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has apprehended four individuals in relation to the murder of retired Brigadier General Uwem Udokwere in Abuja.
According to the police, the suspects were apprehended on Sunday following credible intelligence. The suspects, who have … Continue Reading
Indonesia’s Data Centre Hacked: Cyberattacker Demands $8 Million Ransom
A devastating cyberattack has struck Indonesia’s national data centre, crippling hundreds of government offices and causing long queues at the country’s main airport. The attack, which was carried out using LockBit software developed by a Russian ransomware outfit, has resulted … Continue Reading
Security Forces Nab Woman Smuggling Ammunition to Terrorists in kastina
In a significant breakthrough in the fight against terrorism, security forces in Katsina State have apprehended a woman, Aisha Abubakar, for allegedly attempting to transport ammunition to a terrorist group. According to sources, the discovery was made during … Continue Reading
Gunmen abduct Rivers monarch’s police orderly and driver
A disturbing incident has unfolded in Rivers State, as unidentified gunmen kidnapped a police orderly and driver attached to a respected traditional ruler in the state. The victims, who were abducted from the residence of His Royal Highness (HRH) … Continue Reading
Retired Brigadier General Harold Udokwere Killed in Abuja Robbery Attack
A shocking incident of armed robbery has left the nation in mourning as retired Brigadier General Harold Udokwere was brutally murdered in his home in Abuja, the nation’s capital.
According to sources, the attack occurred in the early hours … Continue Reading
EFCC Arrests Fake State House Staff Over alleged N22m employment scam
A network of individuals posing as State House staff in Abuja has been apprehended by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for allegedly perpetrating a massive employment scam. The syndicate, which has been targeting unsuspecting victims, … Continue Reading
EFCC arrests 2 bankers for allegedly stealing N4.2m from dead customer’s account
Two former employees of Union Bank in Makurdi, Benue State, have been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for allegedly embezzling a staggering N4,199,500 from the account of a deceased customer.
The arrest was confirmed by the … Continue Reading
6 Suspects arrested for Operating ‘One Chance’ Robbery in Abuja
In a major breakthrough, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested six suspects involved in a notorious “one chance” robbery gang that targets unsuspecting residents in Abuja. The syndicate, comprising Abubakar Adams, Ismail Salisu, Yusuf Bello, Nasiru … Continue Reading
Nigerian Army Destroys 14 Illegal Oil Bunkering Vessels, Arrests 6 Suspects in abia
The Nigerian Army has dealt a significant blow to illegal oil bunkering activities in the oil-rich Asa Community of Abia, destroying 14 vessels and arresting six suspects. The operation, led by the General Officer Commanding 82 Division, Major General Hassan … Continue Reading
9 Nigerian teenagers Trafficked to Ghana have arrived lagos
A group of nine Nigerian teenage girls, who were trafficked to Ghana, arrived in Lagos on Tuesday after being rescued by Nigerian authorities. The girls were received at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos, following a visit by … Continue Reading