Rice, car smuggling: Cartel, Nigerian security operatives allegedly pocket N24bn monthly
A recent report claims that a powerful smuggling cartel in Nigeria is earning as much as N24 billion every month from illegal rice and car imports, allegedly with the assistance of some security operatives. According to sources, the cartel uses corruption and loopholes to bypass customs checks, causing huge losses to government revenue. The report […]
Five persons apprehended for vandalising transmission lines in Benue
Security operatives in Benue State have arrested five individuals suspected of vandalising critical electricity transmission lines. The suspects were reportedly caught during a coordinated operation after residents in the affected area raised alarms over repeated disruptions in power supply. Authorities say the vandalism caused major damage to infrastructure, leading to outages and additional repair costs […]
Bandit Leader To Security Operatives: If You Kill 10 Of Us, 20 Will Emerge
A notorious bandit leader has issued a chilling warning to security forces, claiming that even if they kill 10 members of his gang, 20 more will rise to take their place. The statement, which has sparked outrage and concern, highlights the growing boldness of armed groups in parts of Nigeria. The defiant words come at […]
Residents trample each other to loot relief materials meant for distribution in Suleja, Niger State
There was total confusion on Sunday, August 31, in Suleja, Niger State, when residents stormed a field and looted relief materials that were meant for public distribution. The items had been arranged earlier in the day for a scheduled exercise, but before officials could begin, the restless crowd rushed to grab the supplies. In the […]
BREAKING: By-election: Politician, INEC officials, others arrested with large cash in Ogun
Security operatives in Ogun State have arrested some individuals suspected to be staff of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) with a large amount of money ahead of the state’s by-election. Among those arrested was a politician accused of planning to buy votes during the election. They were reportedly taken into custody at a hotel […]
Gunmen Kill Five Security Operatives, Two Others In Anambra
A violent attack by gunmen in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State on Monday, December 30, 2024, resulted in the death of seven people. Among the victims were two unarmed civilians, who were preparing for a burial ceremony scheduled for January 2, 2025, and several security operatives. The gunmen opened fire around 11:20 a.m. […]
12 Illegal Miners Arrested in Ondo State by Security Operatives
In a recent crackdown on illegal activities, a joint team of security operatives, including personnel from the 32 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army, has arrested 12 suspects involved in unauthorized mining in Ondo State. This operation was part of a broader effort to combat criminal activities, particularly kidnapping, across the region. According to Olugbenga […]
13 Kidnapped Passengers Rescued on Enugu-Abakaliki Road; 3 Still Missing
Security operatives in Enugu State have successfully rescued 13 passengers who were kidnapped along the Amechi-Idodo section of the Enugu-Abakaliki federal highway. The incident occurred on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, when gunmen, suspected to be herdsmen, abducted the passengers. The victims, mainly students from various tertiary institutions in Ebonyi State, were traveling in a commercial […]
Resident Killed, Four Others Kidnapped in Renewed Terrorist Attacks in Abuja
Several terrorists have attacked Guto, Piyawe, and other communities in Bwari Area Council, Abuja, resulting in one death and the kidnapping of four people. Reports indicate the incident happened on Sunday morning when over 30 terrorists, believed to be kidnappers, entered the area council. Residents reported that the attackers surrounded the communities, fired guns randomly, […]