Panic and fear gripped residents of Goran Namaye village in Maradun Local Government Area of Zamfara State on Friday, 12 June, 2026 after at least 17 farmers were killed and several others injured in an attack by suspected bandits, reports The Punch online. An indigene of the community, Ibrahim Mohammed, told the medium that the attack occurred on Friday while the farmers were working on their farmlands. Mohammed, while stating that the armed men had earlier issued a warning to residents, threatening to attack anyone who went to the farm during the planting season, added that despite the warning, some…
Author: Abimbola Ogunaike
A suspected arms courier in Kano State has been arrested by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) for allegedly transporting weapons intended for delivery to a notorious bandit leader operating in Zamfara. According to an operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria Abuja on Saturday, 13 June, 2026, the suspect was apprehended on Friday, 12 June, 2026, in Gezawa Local Government Area following actionable intelligence. The report added that the suspect was intercepted while moving a cache of arms and ammunition from Maigatari Local Government Area of Jigawa to Funtua in Katsina State for onward…
The Vice-Chancellor of the Prince Abubakar Audu University, Ayingba, Kogi State, Professor Salisu Usman Ogbo, on Saturday, 13 June, 2026 disclosed that two students have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 300-level Biochemistry student of the institution, Mr David Ocholi Solomon, reports thegazellenews.com. Ogbo made this disclosure during a condolence visit to the family of the deceased in Lokoja, the state capital on Saturday, 13 June, 2026. According to a statement issued by the institution’s Public Relations Officer, Uredo Omale, on Saturday, 13 June, 2026, the suspects were arrested within two hours of the incident and have been…
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State on Friday, 12 June, 2026 commended the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigerian Army, and the Nigeria Police for their commitment to securing Nigeria and the Southeast geopolitical zone in particular. The Governor gave the commendation shortly after visiting the State’s DSS headquarters where he inspected a cache of arms and ammunition recovered on Tuesday from commanders of the outlawed Eastern Security Network (ESN) in the State. During the raid on ESN armoury, DSS operatives, backed by troops of the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army, recovered a large cache of high-calibre arms…
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has commended the Department of State Services (DSS) for the arrest of a suspected gun courier intercepted while allegedly transporting weapons believed to be destined for criminal elements in Katsina State. The commendation was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Thursday, 11 June, 2026. Governor Yusuf described the operation as a major breakthrough in the ongoing fight against banditry, terrorism and other violent crimes threatening communities across Northern Nigeria. According to information provided by the DSS, the suspect, identified as Muhammad Abubakar, 30, was apprehended in…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, marked Democracy Day with the handover of two Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles and critical logistics to the Nigerian Army, after joining internally displaced persons (IDPs) for a symbolic celebration and distribution of food items to 2,500 beneficiaries. The armoured MRAPs delivered to the Theatre Command of Operation Hadin Kai on Friday are intended to enhance troop protection against improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and ambushes which remain a persistent threat in the fight against insurgents. Additional logistics include operational Hilux vehicles and motorcycles for frontline soldiers in difficult terrains. Zulum also marked Nigeria’s Democracy…
A fresh crisis may be brewing within the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) following the controversial submission of a list of candidates from the party’s governorship, National Assembly and State House of Assembly primaries in Abia State directly to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) by the chairman of the primary election committee, Chief Asukewe Ikoawaji. The development has stirred concerns among party stakeholders and legal observers, who argue that the action could trigger internal disputes and raise questions about compliance with established procedures governing the nomination and submission of candidates for elections. Documents obtained by journalists show that Ikoawaji, who…
By Chuks Collins Awka The Anambra State House of Assembly, would soon go digital in its operations to make things more accessible to citizens. The Speaker, Dr Somtochukwu Udeze disclosed this at third anniversary of the 8th Assembly/Democracy Day celebration in Awka. The state Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo and other top State functionaries attended the event. The Speaker stated that digitalisation would help expand the scope of operations and reach, while modernising the lawmaking processes for easy accessibility. According to him, “As an Assembly, we remain committed to strengthening our institution. We are working towards improving staff welfare, expanding legislative…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has declared that his administration is on high alert against rising security threats across the country, unveiling plans to deploy technology-driven solutions to strengthen the state’s security architecture and protect lives and property. Governor Abiodun made the declaration during the All Progressives Congress (APC) Strategic Meeting held at the Presidential Lodge, Ibara, Abeokuta. Describing the growing menace of terrorism, banditry and kidnapping across the country as deeply concerning, the governor assured residents that his administration would take proactive steps to prevent criminal elements from gaining a foothold in the state. “We are rising to…
OPay Digital Services Limited (OPay), one of Nigeria’s leading financial technology companies, has partnered with Dolly Children Foundation (DCF) to commission the OPay Clean Future Project, a community-focused intervention aimed at improving sanitation facilities and enhancing the learning environment for students at Ebenezer Grammar School, Iberekodo, Abeokuta, Ogun State. The project, scheduled for commissioning on Thursday, June 18, 2026, will deliver a newly constructed four-unit toilet facility that provides students with access to safe, clean, and dignified sanitation services. In addition, beneficiaries will receive essential educational materials, including school bags and school sandals, to support their academic journey and overall well-being. The initiative…