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Other · Premium Times ·Gunmen kill three mourners, abduct two in Benue
Unidentified gunmen carried out a deadly attack on a group of mourners in Benue State. During the assault, the armed assailants killed three people while forcibly abducting two other individuals from the location.
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Other · PM News ·Motorcycle thief, man who attempted to bribe police arrested in Katsina
Authorities in Katsina State have arrested a suspected motorcycle thief alongside another individual who attempted to bribe law enforcement officers. The arrests highlight ongoing local police efforts to combat vehicle theft and tackle corrupt practices within the region.
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JUST IN: Bandits break into Kogi orphanage, Abduct Pupils
Armed bandits have invaded an orphanage located in Kogi State, successfully breaching the premises to abduct an unspecified number of pupils. Further details regarding the exact number of kidnapped children or their current whereabouts remain unconfirmed following the initial reports of the incident.
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Court convicts 34-year-old of abduction, rape, orders sex offender registration
A court has officially convicted a thirty-four-year-old individual on charges of abduction and rape. As part of the judicial sentencing, the court has also mandated that the convicted person must be entered into the official sex offender registry.
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Other · The Punch ·Corps member’s death: Family demands probe, rejects army’s account
The family of a deceased National Youth Service Corps member is demanding a formal investigation into the circumstances surrounding their relative's passing. Relatives have firmly rejected the official account of the incident provided by the military, insisting that authorities conduct a proper probe to establish the actual facts.
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Other · Premium Times ·Police rescue kidnapped child in Kano, arrest suspects
Police operatives in Kano State have successfully rescued a kidnapped child from captivity. During the operation, law enforcement authorities apprehended multiple suspects connected to the abduction. The suspects are currently in police custody as investigations into the criminal incident continue.
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Other · Leadership News ·
NDLEA Destroys 8 Hectares Of Cannabis Farms In Cross River
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has destroyed eight hectares of cannabis plantations situated in Cross River State. Authorities conducted the operation to eliminate the illegal cultivation of the illicit crop within the region.
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Other · Daily Post ·Newborn twins dumped in Benue bush
Two newborn babies have been found abandoned in a bush in Benue State. The infants were left unattended in the area, prompting concern. Currently, there is limited public information available regarding the exact medical condition of the twins, who discovered them, or the identity of the individuals responsible.
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Other · Daily Post ·FRSC confirms two dead in Kaduna crash
The Federal Road Safety Corps has confirmed the deaths of two individuals following a road accident in Kaduna State. Details surrounding the exact cause of the crash remain unspecified, but authorities have officially recorded the fatalities resulting from the incident.
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Other · Vanguard ·Gunmen kill pastor, wife, children in fresh Plateau attack
Armed assailants have killed a pastor, his wife, and their children during a recent attack in Plateau State. The incident marks a renewed instance of armed violence in the region. No further details regarding the exact location within the state or the identities of the attackers were provided.
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Gov Yusuf summons those behind street underwear display
Governor Yusuf has summoned the individuals responsible for a recent public display of underwear on the streets. The directive aims to address the incident and question the organizers regarding the unusual exhibition, reflecting the state leadership's intervention in matters concerning public conduct.
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How Wole Soyinka supported my Japan permanent residency — Author
An unnamed author has shared details regarding the assistance received from Nigerian Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka during the process of obtaining permanent residency in Japan. The writer explained the specific role the renowned literary figure played in supporting their immigration journey.
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Other · Daily Post ·Plateau MACBAN petitions Gov. Mutfwang, DSS, OPEP, over alleged attacks on herders, poisoning of cattle
Representatives of MACBAN in Plateau State have petitioned Governor Mutfwang, the Department of State Services, and OPEP over ongoing security challenges. The association is demanding urgent intervention from the authorities following allegations concerning targeted physical attacks against local herders and the deliberate poisoning of their cattle.
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‘How Soldiers Killed Our Son Inside His Room’, Family of Slain corps member speak
The family of a deceased corps member has publicly accused military personnel of killing their son inside his room. The relatives have come forward to share their account of the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident involving the soldiers.
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NDLEA destroys eight hectares of cannabis farm in Cross River
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency recently conducted an operation resulting in the destruction of an eight-hectare cannabis farm situated in Cross River State. Authorities dismantled the large-scale illegal cultivation site to prevent the harvested narcotics from contributing to further illicit drug circulation.
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Other · Channels TV ·Woman Delivers Twins At Kebbi First Lady’s Fundraising Event
A woman gave birth to twins while attending a public fundraising event hosted by the First Lady of Kebbi State. The rare occurrence took place at the venue of the state-organized charity gathering, marking an unusual but notable incident during the official program.
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Other · Vanguard ·Kogi govt confirm abduction of 24 pupils from orphanage home
Authorities in Kogi State have officially confirmed the kidnapping of twenty-four pupils from a local orphanage home. The state government acknowledged the security incident involving the mass abduction of the children, though further details about the perpetrators remain unspecified.
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Three escape death as container falls on car in Lagos
Three individuals in Lagos narrowly survived a severe traffic incident after a large container fell onto their car. Despite the potential danger of the heavy freight crushing the passenger vehicle, all three occupants successfully escaped the accident without losing their lives.
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Other · Leadership News ·
Zamfara Guards Intercept 324 Ammunition From Courier Linked To Kidnap Kingpins
Security guards in Zamfara State have intercepted a courier transporting 324 rounds of ammunition. The individual carrying the munitions is connected to known kidnapping kingpins. The seizure highlights ongoing local security efforts to disrupt the supply of weapons to criminal syndicates operating within the region.
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Jigawa NLC Frees Nursing Mother From Prison, Settles Fine
The Jigawa State chapter of the Nigerian Labour Congress intervened to secure the release of an incarcerated nursing mother. The union facilitated her freedom by settling the financial penalty that was keeping her in the prison facility.
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