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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested a suspected ammunition and logistics supplier linked to bandit and kidnapping groups, identified as Yau Sule.Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Friday, the FCT Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Mohammed Sanusi, disclosed that the suspect had been on the command’s wanted list since 2023.According to the police chief, Yau Sule, a native of Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State, was apprehended on June 2, 2026, during an intelligence-driven operation while travelling along the Abuja-Kaduna Highway.Security operatives reportedly recovered 81 rounds of 7.62mm AK-47 ammunition and 100 rounds of 7.62mm belted ammunition intended for a General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG).Further investigations led to the arrest...

The Niger State Police Command has arrested 10 suspected robbers and thugs during a series of operations targeting criminal activities in parts of Minna, recovering dangerous weapons and suspected cannabis from the suspects.According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, the arrests were made through intelligence-driven patrols and coordinated raids carried out by police operatives in collaboration with local vigilante groups.Three suspects — Sadiq Ibrahim (25), Abdulazeez Ahmed (25), and Ibrahim Abdullahi (26), all residents of the Kwari-Begger/Maitumbi area — were apprehended on June 4 while allegedly planning to rob passengers travelling in a tricycle. Officers attached to the Tactical Support Team reportedly intercepted the suspects during a routine patrol a...

A senatorial aspirant of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Edo South, Ehiozuwa Agbonayinwa, has expressed regret over his decision to leave the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the NDC, describing the move as going “from the frying pan into the fire.”Speaking during an interview on Arise News’ News Day on Friday, the former House of Representatives member alleged that despite emerging victorious in the NDC senatorial primary for Edo South, he is being prevented from appearing on the ballot.Agbonayinwa explained that the party opted for a direct primary after aspirants failed to agree on a consensus candidate. According to him, the process was rigorous, but the aftermath has been disappointing.“I’ve moved from the frying pan to hellfire. We held a direct primary after ...

The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Police Command has commenced the enforcement of the ban on tinted glass vehicles following the activities of one-chance criminal elements operating across the territory.The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, disclosed this at a press conference in Abuja on Friday.The FCT police boss revealed that vehicles with tinted glasses, concealed or covered number plates, and unregistered vehicles have been involved in criminal activities with the city.According to Sanusi, intelligence reports indicate that many criminal elements operating within the nation’s capital “deliberately use such vehicles to conceal their identities, evade detection, and frustrate law enforcement efforts”.“This poses a serious threat to pub...

Tension erupted in Kofan Kaura, Lafia Local Government Area of Nasarawa State on Friday as some residents were seen burning campaign posters linked to Governor Abdullahi Sule’s 2027 senatorial ambition.In the footage circulating online, the agitated residents also set fire to All Progressives Congress (APC) flags, along with brooms— the party’s symbol.The video was accompanied by chants such as “We reject rigging” and “We reject imposition,” reflecting their displeasure over the development.Reports indicate that Governor Sule had earlier publicly stated on national television that he would not pursue any elective office after completing his tenure, but later entered the race for the Nasarawa North senatorial seat.He is currently serving his second and final term as governor...

A dramatic scene unfolded at a local school after an angry mother reportedly stormed the premises to confront a teacher who allegedly cut a portion of her son's hair without her consent.According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred during school hours when the teacher allegedly used scissors to trim part of the boy's hair for reasons that remain unclear. The student later informed his mother about what had happened, prompting her immediate visit to the school.A video circulating on social media shows the visibly upset mother demanding an explanation from school authorities and the teacher involved. She questioned why such an action was taken without first seeking permission from her or notifying the child's guardians.The incident has sparked widespread debate online, with ma...