Zamfara: Troops Kill Suspected Terrorist, Seize Phones and Cash in Shinkafi

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Zamfara: Troops Kill Suspected Terrorist, Seize Phones and Cash in Shinkafi

Troops operating under Operation Fansan Yamma have reportedly neutralised a suspected terrorist during a counter-terrorism and anti-banditry operation in Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The operation was carried out by personnel of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, as part of intensified efforts to disrupt the activities of armed groups operating across the North-West….

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Kwara Moves Against Okada, Keke Crime as Police Introduce Biometric Tracking and Curfew

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Kwara Moves Against Okada, Keke Crime as Police Introduce Biometric Tracking and Curfew

The Kwara State Police Command has unveiled tougher security measures targeting criminal activities allegedly linked to commercial motorcycle and tricycle operations, introducing mandatory biometric registration, a new night-time restriction and joint enforcement across the state. The measures were agreed at a high-level security meeting held at the Police Command Headquarters in Ilorin and chaired by…

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Police and Interior Affairs

Shehu Buba’s Aide Quits Senate Job as Fresh Banditry Allegations Rock Bauchi Senator

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Shehu Buba’s Aide Quits Senate Job as Fresh Banditry Allegations Rock Bauchi Senator

The Senior Legislative Aide to Senator Shehu Buba Umar, representing Bauchi South Senatorial District, Abba Aliyu Tilde, has resigned from his position amid renewed allegations linking the lawmaker to banditry and terrorism. Tilde announced his resignation in a letter dated September 6, 2026, stating that his decision took immediate effect. However, the former aide did…

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Insecurities and insurgencies, News

Lagos Buyers Beware: LAWMA to Arrest Customers Patronising Illegal Roadside Traders

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Lagos Buyers Beware: LAWMA to Arrest Customers Patronising Illegal Roadside Traders

The Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has announced a tougher crackdown on illegal roadside trading, warning that residents who buy from traders operating on roads, medians, walkways, setbacks and other prohibited public spaces will face arrest and prosecution from next week. The new enforcement approach marks a significant shift from previous operations, as LAWMA…

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News

INEC Sets September 19 for Five By-Elections Across Four States, Names Constituencies

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INEC Sets September 19 for Five By-Elections Across Four States, Names Constituencies

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed Saturday, September 19, 2026, for the conduct of five legislative by-elections across four states of Nigeria. The elections will take place in Gombe, Bauchi, Delta and Kano states, with voters expected to elect representatives to fill vacant legislative seats. INEC’s official election schedule also lists the five…

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Voting and Elections

Dangote Refinery IPO: How Nigerians Can Become Shareholders With Just N5,250

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Dangote Refinery IPO: How Nigerians Can Become Shareholders With Just N5,250

The much-anticipated initial public offering (IPO) of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals is set to open a new investment opportunity for Nigerians, with prospective investors able to subscribe for as little as 10 shares for N5,250. The offer price has been fixed at N525 per share, while the minimum subscription is 10 ordinary shares,…

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Business Investments, Finance and Economy

Zamfara Airstrike Rocks Terrorist Stronghold as Several Fighters Reportedly Killed in Tsafe

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Zamfara Airstrike Rocks Terrorist Stronghold as Several Fighters Reportedly Killed in Tsafe

A major air operation by Nigerian security forces has reportedly inflicted heavy casualties on suspected terrorists in Yankuzo community, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, in another offensive against armed groups operating across the state. The operation was reportedly carried out on Monday evening, September 7, by forces operating under Operation FANSAN YANMA, as…

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BREAKING: Terrorists Storm Adamawa Village, 11 Feared Dead as Homes Are Torched

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BREAKING: Terrorists Storm Adamawa Village, 11 Feared Dead as Homes Are Torched

At least 11 people are feared dead following an early-morning attack on Zaranga village in Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State on Monday, with residents reporting that several others remain unaccounted for. The attack reportedly occurred in the early hours of Monday when suspected Boko Haram terrorists invaded the community, opening fire on residents…

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EFCC Bombshell: University VC’s Residence Said to Rival Aso Rock as Government Takes Over Forfeited Institution

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EFCC Bombshell: University VC’s Residence Said to Rival Aso Rock as Government Takes Over Forfeited Institution

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has sparked public interest after revealing that a private university recently forfeited to the Federal Government has a residence built for its vice-chancellor that he described as potentially larger than President Bola Tinubu’s official residence at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa. Olukoyede made…

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Financial Crimes

EPL Matchday 3: Arsenal Show Champion Mentality, Fight Back to Beat Chelsea 2-1 at Emirates

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EPL Matchday 3: Arsenal Show Champion Mentality, Fight Back to Beat Chelsea 2-1 at Emirates

by Oyez Olatunde Rex Arsenal have underlined their championship credentials with a hard-fought 2-1 comeback victory over Chelsea in a thrilling Premier League London derby at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. The result preserved the Gunners’ perfect start to the 2026/27 campaign and delivered another statement of intent from the reigning champions. Chelsea stunned the…

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EPL, Football