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The Edo State Police Command on Tuesday said it had arrested six suspected kidnappers with cash suspected to be proceeds from kidnapping activities. The command’s spokesperson, Moses Yamu, in a statement on Tuesday, also said some arms and ammunition were recovered from the suspects in the last 48 hours. He disclosed that the arrests and recoveries were made in several places in Edo North which has experienced violent kidnappings and killings in the last three weeks. The statement read that  “On 16/03/2024 at about 04:30hrs, operatives of the Agbede Police Division alongside vigilante personnel, while on stop and search in…

Liverpool, Arsenal, and other clubs weighing up a move for Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen or Alexander Isak may now opt to push for the Nigerian striker instead, as Isak’s market value has increased from €75 million to €100 million, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen and Isak are two of the hottest young strikers in the world at the moment, and both of them have attracted interest from many top European clubs. Both players have been linked to English Premier League clubs like Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester United in previous years, but nothing concrete has emerged yet. Osimhen is currently on loan…

The All Progressives Congress has defended President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, insisting that Governor Siminalayi Fubara is solely responsible for the political crisis that led to the intervention. In a statement issued on Tuesday, APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, accused Fubara of dismantling democracy in the state, citing his demolition of the Rivers State House of Assembly and governance without legislative oversight as actions that rendered the state ungovernable. “When he brazenly demolished the Rivers State House of Assembly, Fubara destroyed the very foundation of democracy in the state. “When he ‘governed’…

Agency The World Health Organisation as announced that up to 25 countries are expected to include malaria vaccines in their childhood immunisation programmes by the end of 2025. WHO’s Director-General, Tedros Ghebreyesus, shared this update on Monday during an online media conference focused on global health issues. Ghebreyesus emphasised that these vaccines could save tens of thousands of young lives annually. He, however, raised concerns over the risks posed by recent cuts to US funding for global health initiatives. “Many of the gains in malaria that have been made over the past 20 years are now at risk due to…

March is shaping up to be an incredible month for women, and it’s exciting to witness. After all, the entire month is dedicated to Women’s History, and beyond the numerous talks, shows, and programmes celebrating women, Simi is adding to the moment with the music video for ‘Woman to Woman.’ A tribute to women, self-love, and confidence, ‘Woman to Woman’ is a song that uplifts and empowers. Simi praises women as “one in a billion,” “queens,” and “visions,” encouraging them to hold their heads high and embrace their worth. Through its lyrics, the song champions self-affirmation, with a recurring theme…

Super Eagles defender Gabriel Osho is set to extend his stay in France, as reports indicate he has reached an agreement to sign a new contract with AJ Auxerre, Soccernet.ng understands. The 26-year-old centre-back, who joined the Ligue 1 side after leaving Luton Town, initially signed a one-year deal with an option for a two-year extension. With his performances impressing the club, Africa Foot reveals that negotiations have progressed positively, and an official announcement is expected in the coming weeks. Osho has been a solid presence in AJ Auxerre’s backline, keeping five clean sheets in 19 appearances. He has registered…

The Edo Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for swiftly arresting Kelly Okungbowa for alleged Naira abuse. Okungbowa, also known as Ebo Stone, was the coordinator of the Edo State Public Safety Response Team (PSRT), whose activities were recently suspended for alleged harassment of traders and innocent citizens. He was arrested by the EFCC after a viral video showed him spraying Naira notes on exotic dancers at a bar on March 9, which sparked public outrage. READ ALSO:Fencing federation names squad for World Junior Championship in China In a…

The Nigeria Police Force has recorded significant successes in recent operations, disrupting criminal activities and apprehending individuals involved in arms smuggling, drug trafficking, and currency counterfeiting. These accomplishments are exemplified by the efforts of its several tactical teams, including the Force Intelligence Department-Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS). On December 23, 2024, at around 5:50 PM, operatives of FID-STS intercepted one Hauwa Sani, a 30-year-old female resident of Doro village, along the Keffi/Abuja Expressway. She was found in possession of 124 rounds of live ammunition of various calibres, concealed inside a five-litre container of palm oil. She confessed that one Nasiru…

Lawyers have faulted the six-month suspension of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and the state lawmakers by President Bola Tinubu in a live broadcast on Tuesday. The legal practitioners also disagreed on the state of emergency processes in the oil-rich South-South state. Tinubu, in a nationwide broadcast, said his decision was taken to restore stability in the state that has been witnessing political turmoil as a result of the disagreement between the state governor and the state lawmakers. “By this declaration, the Governor of Rivers State, Mr Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Mrs Ngozi Odu and all…

The Rivers State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to use his presidential powers, in spite of the Supreme Court judgment, to ensure that the federal government allocation meant for Rivers State is not seized. The State Working Committee of the party, loyal to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, made the call in Port Harcourt on Monday, warning that stopping the federal allocations to the state is a call to anarchy, which, according to them, means shutting down governance in the state and denying citizens, including civil servants, their livelihoods. Speaking, Acting Chairman of the…