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Other · PM News ·Ondo: Three arrested over N23m vehicle, N19m UK student visa scams
Three people have been arrested in Ondo State in connection with alleged scams involving a vehicle valued at N23 million and UK student visa payments totalling N19 million. The arrests relate to separate financial deception allegations, although the headline does not provide details about the suspects, victims or circumstances.
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Other · The Punch ·Soldiers rescue 36 abductees, kill terrorist kingpins in one week – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters said Nigerian soldiers rescued 36 abducted people and killed terrorist kingpins during operations conducted over one week. The announcement highlights recent military action against terrorist groups, including efforts to free captives and eliminate senior figures linked to their activities.
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Other · Leadership News ·
Lagos Police Arrest 3 Suspected Kidnappers, Recover N21m Ransom
Lagos police have arrested three people suspected of involvement in kidnapping and recovered N21 million believed to be ransom money. The arrests and recovery were reported as part of police efforts to investigate kidnapping-related activities in the state, although the headline provides no further details about the suspects or operation.
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Other · Premium Times ·VDM apologises to security agencies over ‘unknown gunmen’ remarks at NBA conference
VDM has apologised to Nigeria’s security agencies for remarks concerning unknown gunmen made during a conference organised by the Nigerian Bar Association. The apology addresses comments that apparently drew concern from the agencies, although the headline does not provide further details about the statements or any response from the security authorities.
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Other · ThisDay ·
AFCAC Secretary-General Adefunke Adeyemi Adopts New Name, AdeSewa
AFCAC Secretary-General Adefunke Adeyemi has adopted the new name AdeSewa. The headline indicates a personal name change involving the senior official of the African Civil Aviation Commission, but provides no further details about the reason, timing or implications of the decision.
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Other · Leadership News ·
Troops Kill Terrorist, Recover 4 Motorcycles In Katsina Forest
Nigerian troops reportedly killed a terrorist during an operation in a forest in Katsina State and recovered four motorcycles. The headline indicates a security action targeting terrorism, but provides no further details about the operation, the identity of the deceased, or whether additional arrests, casualties, or weapons were recorded.
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Other · Vanguard ·Troops rescue 36 abductees, neutralise terrorists kingpins in 1 week – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters reported that Nigerian troops rescued 36 abducted people and neutralised terrorist kingpins during operations conducted over one week. The announcement highlights recent military actions against terrorist groups, but the headline does not provide details about the locations, identities of those rescued or the circumstances of the operations.
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Other · PM News ·
Kano agency confiscates 419 cartons of expired agrochemicals, seals warehouse
A Kano state agency confiscated 419 cartons of expired agrochemicals and sealed the warehouse where they were found. The action removes the products from circulation and indicates regulatory enforcement against the storage or distribution of expired agricultural chemicals in the state.
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Other · Daily Post ·130 suspected hoodlums arrested in Lagos raid
Authorities in Lagos reportedly arrested 130 people described as suspected hoodlums during a raid. The headline does not provide details about the location, timing, agency involved, reasons for the operation, or whether those arrested have been charged. Further information from Daily Post would be required to clarify the circumstances and next steps.
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Other · PM News ·
Troops rescue 36, eliminate terrorists’ kingpins in nationwide offensive
Nigerian troops have rescued 36 people and killed several terrorist leaders during a nationwide military offensive. The headline indicates that the operation targeted terrorist groups across the country, combining efforts to free captives with actions aimed at removing senior figures within the organisations.
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Other · PM News ·
Oyo: Suspected peddlers nabbed with parcels of Canadian loud concealed inside tyre
Authorities in Oyo State reportedly arrested suspected drug peddlers after discovering parcels of Canadian loud concealed inside a tyre. The headline indicates the suspects were allegedly involved in distributing the substance, but provides no further details about their identities, the quantity recovered or the circumstances of the arrests.
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Other · Daily Post ·Rivers waste management agency begins compulsory profiling of scrap dealers, scavengers
The Rivers State waste management agency has commenced compulsory profiling of scrap dealers and scavengers operating in the state. The exercise is intended to formally document those involved in scrap collection and related waste activities, although the headline does not specify the registration process, reasons, deadlines or penalties for non-compliance.
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Other · PM News ·
Calabar: First Lady unveils food bank, N25m each for victims of Mall fire
The First Lady has unveiled a food bank in Calabar and announced N25 million for each victim of the mall fire, offering assistance to those affected.
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Other · Daily Post ·Sambisa Forest same size as Belgium, makes rescue operations difficult — Christopher Musa
Chief of Defence Staff Christopher Musa said Sambisa Forest is approximately the same size as Belgium, making search-and-rescue operations there particularly difficult. The comparison highlights the vast terrain security forces must cover when attempting to locate and rescue people in the forest.
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Other · Nigerian Tribune ·Seyi Tinubu honoured as Christian youth peace ambassador
Seyi Tinubu has been honoured with the title of Christian youth peace ambassador. The recognition appears to acknowledge his role or contributions to promoting peace among Christian young people, although the headline does not provide details about the awarding organisation, ceremony, or specific activities associated with the honour.
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Other · Daily Post ·Police arrest two suspected drug peddlers, recover parcels of Canadian loud in Ibadan
Police in Ibadan have arrested two people suspected of dealing in illicit drugs and recovered parcels of Canadian loud, a cannabis strain. The arrests and seizure form part of an operation targeting suspected drug peddling, although the headline does not provide details about the suspects’ identities, the quantity recovered or any charges filed.
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Other · Daily Post ·Torrential rainfall submerges houses in Benue, renders many homeless
Torrential rainfall has submerged houses in parts of Benue State, leaving many residents homeless. The flooding has disrupted living conditions and forced affected people from their homes, highlighting the immediate impact of the heavy downpour on communities in the state.
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Other · Daily Post ·Troops rescue 23 kidnap victims, foil kidnap attempt in Zamfara
Troops in Zamfara rescued 23 people held by kidnappers and prevented another kidnapping attempt. The operation highlights ongoing security efforts in the state, where abductions remain a concern. No further details about the victims, the suspected kidnappers, or the circumstances of the rescue were provided in the headline.
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Other · Nigerian Tribune ·I’ll keep speaking truth to power – Oseni Rufai
Oseni Rufai says he will continue speaking candidly to those in positions of authority. The statement signals his intention to maintain public commentary or criticism of government and other powerful figures, though the headline does not provide details about the specific issue, setting or individuals involved.
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Other · Vanguard ·Cultism spreading into robbery, kidnapping, oil bunkering; affects Ughelli, Agbor, Sapele, Warri night life
Cultism is reportedly expanding beyond its traditional activities into robbery, kidnapping and oil bunkering, with consequences for nightlife and public safety in Ughelli, Agbor, Sapele and Warri. The report highlights the spread of cult-related criminal activity across these Delta State communities.
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