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LAGOS TASKFORCE APPREHENDS TWO NOTORIOUS ‘OMOTAKU’ DISCIPLES

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LAGOS TASKFORCE APPREHENDS TWO NOTORIOUS ‘OMOTAKU’ DISCIPLES Operatives of the Lagos State Taskforce have apprehended two notorious street urchins popularly known as Omotaku along the Oshodi–Agunlejika–Apapa Expressway. The suspects, Abiodun Ajasa (44 years) of No. 18 Jimoh Meji Street, off Agunlejika Street, and Junaid Folami of No. 12 Agunlejika Street, Itire-Ikate, were allegedly involved in arresting unsuspecting motorists and extorting money from them whenever their vehicles developed mechanical faults on the highway. The suspects were arrested following a tip-off from a concerned group, ICU – To Save A Soul. Acting swiftly on the intelligence, operatives of the Agency swung into action and apprehended the duo while they were attempting to extort a motorist. The suspects initially claimed to be a bystander and a revenue collector respectively. However, investigations by Taskforce officials confirmed that they are notorious Omotaku operatives who had evaded arrest on se...
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KEBBI STATE POLICE ARREST SUSPECTED LAKURAWA COLLABORATORS, RECOVER AK-49 RIFLE, 611 ROUNDS OF AMMUNITION AND INDIAN HEMP

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KEBBI STATE POLICE COMMAND ARREST SUSPECTED LAKURAWA COLLABORATORS, RECOVER AK-49 RIFLE, 611 ROUNDS OF AMMUNITION AND INDIAN HEMP The Kebbi State Police Command has recorded a major operational success in its sustained efforts to curb terrorism, banditry and other violent crimes through intelligence-led policing. Acting on credible intelligence, operatives of the Kangiwa Divisional Police Headquarters arrested one Hamza Aliyu and Aliyu Ahmadu, both males, on 07 February 2026 at about 1500 hours along the border axis for their alleged involvement in supplying logistics to suspected Lakurawa terrorists. The suspects were found in possession of thirty-one (31) parcels of dry leaves suspected to be Indian hemp. In a related development, operatives of the Special Tactical Team in collaboration with the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Command arrested Sani Bature alias “Nage” and Rabiu Bature during a separate operation in Bagudo Local Government Area. The operation led t...
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Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele: Humanity Beyond Prophecy

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Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele: Humanity Beyond Prophecy By Taofik Afolabi  For more than four decades, Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele, the spiritual leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has stood out not only as a prophetic voice but as a steadfast advocate of humanity. His life and ministry consistently affirm one truth: beyond prophecy, compassion must always come first. The Ekiti-born cleric has, over the years, touched countless lives, restoring hope to the hopeless and dignity to the downtrodden. His impact goes far beyond the pulpit.  In my previous write-up published some years ago, I openly stated that Primate Ayodele remains one of the few men of God who has shown unwavering support for journalists. At the time, I noted that I had lost count of journalists who had benefited from his generosity. Today, I proudly reaffirm that statement, adding that I am personally a beneficiary of his kindness. Yet, his benevolent spirit is by no means limited ...
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Office of the National Secretary, REMENAF, Appoints Paul Ukpabio as Media Partner for Military Veterans

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Office of the National Secretary, REMENAF, Appoints Paul Ukpabio as Media Partner for Military Veterans The Office of the National Secretary of the Retired Members of Nigerian Armed Forces (REMENAF) has appointment Paul Ukpabio, journalist and Publisher of Paul Ukpabio Blog, as an official Media Partner. This strategic partnership is facilitated through the Office of Amb. (Dr.) Oamien Roy Okhidievbie, who serves as the National Secretary of REMENAF and Director of Media for the Coalition of Concerned Military Veterans of Nigeria (CCV). Amb. Okhidievbie also holds the distinction of being a Human Rights Consultant with the United States Institute for Diplomacy and Human Rights (USIDHR) in Washington, D.C. Strengthening Veteran Advocacy: The appointment of the Publisher and his platform Paul Ukpabio Blog, aims to amplify the voices of Nigeria’s retired service members, ensuring that their welfare, challenges, and contributions to national security are accurately documented an...
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Access Pad Me A Girl 2.0 Reaches IDP Camps Across Abuja, Benue, Nasarawa

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Access Pad Me A Girl 2.0 Reaches IDP Camps Across Abuja, Benue, Nasarawa The Pad Me A Girl Empowerment Foundation, in partnership with Access Bank, has carried out a multi-location humanitarian outreach under the “Access Pad Me A Girl 2.0” initiative, reaching vulnerable girls and women across Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in Abuja, Benue, and Nasarawa States from February 6th to 9th, 2026. The weekend outreach covered Area 1 IDP Camp, Durumi (Abuja), Ortese IDP Camp (Benue State), and Kadarko IDP Camp (Nasarawa State), with a focus on promoting menstrual dignity, education, and basic welfare support for displaced girls and women. During the outreach, beneficiaries received reusable sanitary pads, exercise books, writing materials, food items, and other essential supplies aimed at easing the daily challenges faced by residents of the camps. Speaking on the outreach, the Convener of Pad Me A Girl Empowerm...
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Court of Appeal Upholds Senate’s Disciplinary Powers, Voids ₦5m Contempt Fine Against Senator Natasha

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Court of Appeal Upholds Senate’s Disciplinary Powers, Voids ₦5m Contempt Fine Against Senator Natasha The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, on 9 February 2026 dismissed the appeal by Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, holding that the Federal High Court lacked jurisdiction to entertain issues arising from the internal affairs of the Nigerian Senate. The Court affirmed the Senate’s constitutional authority to regulate its proceedings, including seat reallocation, control of debate, referral to the Ethics Committee, and disciplinary measures, and upheld all grounds of the cross-appeal filed by Godswill Akpabio.  It further ruled that the trial court’s remarks on the six-month suspension were mere obiter and that the suspension, lawfully imposed, was neither excessive nor unlawful. However, the Court set aside the ₦5 million contempt fine, holding that the alleged contempt was criminal in nature and was not prosecuted in compliance with due criminal procedure, including Forms 48 and ...
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LASTMA INTERCEPTS FLEEING TRUCK DRIVER AFTER DEADLY IMPACT KILLS CYCLIST UNDER LASUTH BRIDGE, IKEJA

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LASTMA INTERCEPTS FLEEING TRUCK DRIVER AFTER DEADLY IMPACT KILLS CYCLIST UNDER LASUTH BRIDGE, IKEJA The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has formally confirmed a heart-rending and fatal road traffic occurrence beneath the LASUTH Bridge at the traffic signal corridor inward Airport Road, Ikeja, involving a DAF articulated truck and an unsuspecting cyclist. Preliminary security findings reveal that the tragic episode unfolded as both the cyclist and the heavy-duty truck advancing from the Maryland axis, simultaneously attempted to negotiate the roundabout underneath the bridge. In the course of this perilous convergence, the cyclist was reportedly unable to maintain a safe clearance from the moving truck. Within a matter of moments, the situation escalated disastrously, resulting in the cyclist being violently crushed and succumbing to fatal injuries on the spot. LASTMA operatives who were actively deployed to regulate and control vehicular moveme...
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