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Substance Abuse Behind 70% of Serious Crimes in Kano, Says Task Force Official
A Kano State task force reports that over 70 percent of major crimes in the state are linked to drug abuse, prompting a new government-led initiative to curb substance use and gang violence.
Families confront funeral director who abandoned remains and gave out fake ashes
Families have provided heart-wrenching testimony at Hull Crown Court, detailing how former undertaker Robert Bush lied about cremations and abandoned the remains of their loved ones at his funeral business.
NANS Denounces Fatal Robbery of Ogun Polytechnic Student
NANS has demanded urgent security improvements in Ogun State after an armed robbery at Eruku Community resulted in the death of a D.S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic student.
Two children of MACBAN South-East leader murdered in Enugu ranch raid
Ahmadu and Umaru, sons of the MACBAN South-East Zonal Chairman, were killed in a violent raid on a cattle camp in Enugu State that also resulted in the loss of 40 livestock.
Deceased NYSC member discovered in Bayelsa State
A serving NYSC member has been found dead in a waterway in Nembe, Bayelsa State, following reports of his sudden disappearance.
President Tinubu demands capture of attackers following Kaduna massacre
President Bola Tinubu has ordered security agencies to pursue the attackers responsible for the deaths of 30 people in Kaduna State and to rescue those who were abducted.
Ogun Police Intercept Cattle Thieves and Prevent Kidnapping
Ogun State police have arrested two cattle thieves, recovered six stolen cows, and successfully rescued a kidnapping victim during recent patrol operations.
Kano Police Apprehend Woman for Mutilating Boyfriend and Report Separate Murder Case
A 25-year-old woman is in police custody in Kano for mutilating her boyfriend after learning of his marriage plans to another woman, while police also investigate a separate lethal assault on a 30-year-old man.
Armed assailants kidnap INEC official and target businessman in Anambra
Gunmen abducted an INEC staff member and demanded N40 million in Anambra, shortly after attacking a businessman in the same area.
Bauchi Police Officer and Civilian Probed for Alleged Sexual Assault of Minor
A Bauchi State police officer and a civilian are under investigation following allegations that they sexually assaulted a 12-year-old girl in Itas/Gadau.