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Yahaya Bello Trial: Witness Narrates How Property Was Purchased for ₦650 Million in Abuja
Abuja,March 9, 2026 The trial of former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, continued on Monday, March 9, 2026, with the 11th Prosecution Witness, James Bem Igbakymeh, narrating before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Maitama how a man identified as Shehu Bello purchased a property in Wuse II for ₦650 million. The…
Alleged $850,000 Fraud: Court Jails Man One Year in Lagos
Ikeja, March 9, 2026 Justice Ismail Ijelu of the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja on Monday, March 9, 2026, convicted and sentenced Obiajulu Emeka Emmanuel to one year imprisonment for obtaining the sum of $850,000 under false pretences. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), through its Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 in Ikoyi,…
Troops Eliminate Many Lakurawa Terrorists, Recover Weapons in Kadam Forest
Kadam Forest, March 10, 2026 Troops of the Chief of Army Staff Special Intervention Battalion 7, in conjunction with the 8 Division Strike Team operating under the Joint Task Force North West Operation Fansan Yamma, have eliminated several terrorists affiliated with the Lakurawa group during a coordinated operation in Kadam Forest. According to a statement…
Anti-Graft War: China’s Consul General Seeks Enhanced Bilateral Law Enforcement Cooperation
Lagos, Nigeria — Friday, March 6, 2026 The Acting Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Lagos, Yue Wang, has called for strengthened bilateral cooperation and enhanced information sharing between the Chinese Consulate and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Nigeria. Accompanied by the Second Secretary of the Consulate, Kai Liu,…
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Receives Lausanne Movement, Urges Christians to Preach the True Gospel
Abuja, Nigeria — Monday, March 9, 2026 Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, received a delegation from the Lausanne Movement, encouraging Christians to faithfully preach the true Gospel and uphold spiritual integrity in their communities. During the meeting, the First Lady emphasized the importance of promoting values of faith, morality, and…
Operation Whirl Stroke Foils Kidnap Plot, Rescues Victims in Gborgbor Village
Taraba State, Nigeria — Sunday, March 7, 2026 Troops of the Joint Task Force Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS) successfully rescued two kidnap victims following an intelligence-led search and rescue operation conducted in Gborgbor Village, Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State. The operation forced the kidnappers to abandon their captives and flee the area. The…
Nigeria, Bangladesh Move to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
Abuja, Nigeria — Monday, March 9, 2026 The Nigeria and Bangladesh have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in key areas of mutual interest. The move follows diplomatic engagements between officials of both countries aimed at strengthening partnerships in trade, economic development, and international cooperation. According to the Ministry of Foreign…
NNPC Celebrates Women on International Women’s Day
Abuja, Nigeria — Saturday, March 8, 2026 NNPC Limited joined the global community in celebrating women and recognising their strength, resilience, and the vital contributions they make to families, businesses, and communities in commemoration of International Women’s Day. The celebration highlighted the important role women play in powering homes, driving economic activities, and shaping communities…
Ex-Lagos Council Chief Arrested as NDLEA Recovers Illicit Drugs Hidden in Baby Diapers
Abuja, Nigeria — Sunday, March 8, 2026 Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a former two-term councillor in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State, as part of a series of nationwide operations that led to multiple drug seizures and arrests across the country. The suspect, Sheleru Sadiq Olalekan, 45, a former councilor who…
FG Deploys National Education Data Repository to End Certificate Fraud, Strengthen Academic Records Integrity
Abuja, Nigeria — Monday, March 9, 2026 The Federal Government of Nigeria has deployed a National Education Data Repository aimed at tackling certificate fraud and strengthening the integrity of academic records across the country’s education system. The initiative, implemented through the Federal Ministry of Education (Nigeria), is designed to create a centralised digital platform that…