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Finnish Court sentences Simon Ekpa to six years for terrorism
The Päijät-Häme District Court in Finland has sentenced Simon Ekpa, a self-styled Prime Minister of the Biafra Republic Government in Exile, to six years in prison after finding him guilty of terrorism-related offences.
Insecurity in Nigeria and the Fulani Herdsmen Crisis by Tayo Aderinola
Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, has battled with insecurity for decades. From insurgencies in the northeast to militancy in the Niger Delta, the country has repeatedly found itself in cycles of violence, unrest, and instability. In recent years, one of the most troubling dimensions of this insecurity has been the conflict linked to Fulani herdsmen and farmer communities across the country.
Ikeja Businessman Obama survives broad daylight attack, robbery of gold
On Monday, a businessman based in Ikeja, Gbenga Bolaji, also known as Obama, was robbed of jewellery valued at millions of naira by an armed assailant who fired several gunshots at him.
Trial commences for suspects in Owo church attack, linked with Al Shabaab terrorist group
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja is set to commence the trial of five persons accused of masterminding the bombing of a Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State.
Police offer explanation for Sowore’s arrest, dispute allegations of torture
The Nigeria Police Force has rejected allegations of brutality and torture against human rights activist and politician Omoyele Sowore, asserting that his recent arrest was lawful and based on credible evidence of forgery and cyberstalking.
Insurgency: CDS Links Security Threats To Hunger, Poverty
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has identified hunger and poverty as serious social challenges that are largely responsible for the continuous national security threats being experienced in the country.
Faleke’s Light Up Ikeja Project: Harnessing Sustainable Energy to Empower Communities
The Honourable Member representing Ikeja Federal Constituency, Rt. (Hon.) Dr. James Abiodun Faleke, has reaffirmed his commitment to community development by facilitating the installation of sustainable solar-powered lights in strategic locations throughout the constituency.
Suspected Kidnapper Disguised as Lunatic Arrested in Epe
Operatives of the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Corps (LNSC), Epe Command, have arrested a suspected kidnapper who had been disguising as a mentally ill person to evade detection.
Lagos NURTW Chairman, Tafa Sego, Survives Assassination Attempt
Alhaji Mustapha Adekunle Adio, Chairman of the Lagos State Council of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), and popularly known as Tafa Sego, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt on Saturday after six armed men stormed his residence in Surulere, Lagos, with the intent to kill him.
Police reject, apprehend man threatening revenge over Uromi killings
The Kaduna State Police Command has denounced an impostor, Hadaina Hussaini (Dan-taki), who was observed wearing a police uniform and making inflammatory comments on social media.