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The incident occurred on Friday morning. 

The family accused the state government of deliberate delay in the trial of the arrested BRT driver, Andrew Nice Ominikoron, who was arrested in connection with Bamise’s death.

The demonstration, organised by the Take-It-Back (TIB) Movement UK, marked the fourth year of its continuous Monday protests against bad governance, corruption, and human rights abuses in Nigeria.

This comes despite Onafeko’s suspension on January 13 over allegations of financial misappropriation.

According to a police wireless message dated February 25, 2025, obtained by SaharaReporters on Wednesday, the state police authorities have prohibited officers from selling or purchasing barracks accommodation.

SaharaReporters had earlier published a list of about 467 Nigerian police officers found to have falsified their age and bypassed service regulations.

A video obtained by SaharaReporters shows heavily armed security operatives taking Okai away from his residence in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, on Wednesday morning. 

Sources revealed to SaharaReporters that the 73-year-old founder and Executive Vice Chairman of Famfa Oil began experiencing health issues after a near air mishap. She was travelling with her husband, Modupe Alakija, Chairman of Famfa Oil, when the incident caused a spike in her blood pressure.

In a statement posted on its X  handle on Wednesday, MonitNG highlighted the dire situation faced by residents who lack boreholes and reliable wells, forcing them to depend on contaminated streams for water.

Independent auditors raised significant concerns, cautioning that Unity Bank’s ability to continue as a going concern was at serious risk.

According to the source, the disappearance of the pistol at the base in Osogbo is just one of several incidents, indicating the lack of accountability within the police force.

Hours later, early Monday morning, another group of gunmen invaded Kairu Community in Zugu District, killing two residents and abducting an unspecified number of people.

According to the review, MTN users now pay N7,500 for 20GB of data, which amounts to 10.7% of the national minimum wage. 

The former governor alleged that Ribadu’s actions were driven by personal political ambitions to succeed President Bola Tinubu.

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo (SAN), was quoted as saying that the airport was "99.5% ready" for full commercial use.   

The crisis, which began last Thursday at Madotti farm camp, escalated over the weekend, with gunmen attacking seven farm settlements. Police authorities confirmed the death toll at seven as of Sunday night, though local residents claim the number could be higher.

In a video obtained by SaharaReporters, a kidnapper can be seen pointing an AK-47 at Ojajuni's chest as he appeals to the public for financial assistance to secure his release.

Dasuki's troubles began shortly after his removal from office in 2015, when he was arrested and charged with allegedly mismanaging $2.1 billion meant to purchase weapons to fight Boko Haram.

On Saturday, reports emerged that the DSS had arrested three individuals linked to the assault on its officers during the February 18 crisis at the Lagos State House of Assembly.

According to a source, the final straw was the recent case of a businessman from Abia State who was abducted, detained for three days, and extorted of N62 million to regain freedom.

Sowore, a human rights activist and Convener #RevolutionNow Movement spoke in an interview with PUNCH, adding that he was expelled for his involvement in the "Babangida must go" protests, which aimed to drive the military out of power. 

This public service rule was emphasised in a circular dated July 27, 2009, signed by the then Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Stephen Oronsaye.

The officers reportedly collected large sums of money from applicants in exchange for placement into the Nigeria Police Force.

During the call, one of the family members spoke with a kidnapper and pleaded for a reduction in the ransom amount.

The memo cited repeated violations of the social media policy as the reason for the summons by the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.

The accident occurred around 2:30 pm on Monday when an articulated truck carrying wood and jerrycans of palm oil lost control and crashed into a shuttle bus transporting students.

This was disclosed in a ‘police wireless message’ dated January 23, 2025 obtained by SaharaReporters. The police document said, at the forefront of the disciplinary measures, 19 officers have been dismissed and are set to face prosecution for various offences.

In a statement on Wednesday, NEMA’s Director General, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, said a rescue team was swiftly deployed from the agency’s Sokoto Operations Office to assist in the emergency response.

His detention, El-Rufai claimed, was politically motivated.

He insisted that political leaders would act responsibly only when citizens begin to reject misconduct.

According to counsel, despite clear fears that hoodlums could attack the lawmakers, leading the Clerk of the Assembly to invite the DSS and police to help secure the Assembly, the media houses still went ahead to report that their operatives invaded the Assembly Gestapo-style.

In the case, filed as Commissioner of Police vs. Wale Omolegbon Odusola, the prosecution alleged that his statements amounted to cyberbullying.

According to the source, the unexpected blast triggered panic in the bustling market, causing traders and shoppers to flee for safety.

The former National Commissioner was 97 years old. The statement was signed by his brother, Prof. C. C. Clark, and his son, Penawei Clark, on behalf of the children.

When compared to other sectors, the expenditure on public services is strikingly lower per “state house headquarters expenditure” analysis.

In total, the State House headquarters spent N36.3 billion on international travels during the 2024 fiscal year.

The airstrike came after armed bandits attacked a police base in the area, killing two policemen and a vigilante, the sources said.

The incident unfolded after Sowore participated in the 2025 Lagos City Marathon, when a group of thugs attacked him and his team. According to Sowore, the assailants accused them of unlawfully occupying the "VVIP" section at the event, prompting the violent confrontation.

SaharaReporters learnt the officers later proposed a compensation of N200,000, despite Ogunsanya incurring N5 million in surgery.

In a response to the allegations, the Enugu Police Command had issued a statement denying the accusations, calling them "unfounded." 

SaharaReporters obtained the official NCDMB memo, NCDMB/FN/CBN/USD/24.08/528, which was addressed to the Director, Banking Services Department of the Central Bank of Nigeria, and dated, August 27, 2024.   

A source said that the terror group razed many buildings and took away two gun trucks during the attack.  

In a response to the allegations, the Enugu Police Command had issued a statement denying the accusations, calling them "unfounded."   

The protesters alleged that the ministry of transportation, in collaboration with the union chairman, has been charging them N200 daily, making their daily levy N750, contrary to the N550 announced by the Enugu State government.  

He died peacefully on Friday morning, February 14, 2025, at his residence in Lekki, Lagos State, according to a statement from his family.

Detained in February 2024 and released in October 2024 after the Nigerian government dropped money laundering charges against him following U.S. diplomatic pressure, Gambaryan claims that Ribadu demanded billions in payouts to fund his political ambitions.

On his Facebook page, Odusola accused the state government of planning to introduce a cyberstalking law aimed at silencing critics on social media.

Police Officers Kidnap Businessman In Enugu, Threaten To Label Him IPOB/ESN Member, Extort N62Million From Him

The arrest, which took place in the early hours of Wednesday, is reportedly linked to allegations of sexual harassment leveled against Prof. Fasina by Engineer Mrs. Adebayo, who is the sister of the detained journalist.

According to the memo, heavily armed bandits ambushed military personnel escorting a Setraco Construction Company convoy on the Tazame-Yandoto Highway in Kotorkoshi District, Bungudu Local Government Area.

The outgoing former secretary, Samuel Anyanwu, received zero votes, as no NWC member, including Damagun, supported him.

The amount of N7.7 billion ($4.7 million) was allegedly misappropriated without the necessary approval from authorised levels as stipulated in the relevant procurement protocols and policies, SaharaReporters has learned.

The state government identified the development of the 4-star hotel as one of the top 15 capital projects of the state for 2025.

Egbetokun had earlier in a letter dated February 1, 2025 and signed on his behalf by CP Bode Akinbamilowo, Deputy Force Secretary, asked the affected officers to go on immediate retirement.

With a score of 26 points, Nigeria shares its ranking with Uganda, Mexico, Madagascar, Iraq, and Cameroon.

The CJN stressed that these challenges not only weaken the judiciary’s authority but also erode public confidence, creating a dangerous disconnect between the courts and the society they serve.

The IPOB leader added that the prosecution counsel "is behaving like a child because of N300million he is being paid from the office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice (AGF)."

Bamise went missing after she boarded a BRT vehicle from Chevron Bus Stop, Ajah to Oshodi around 7pm on February 26, 2022.  

Kanu, visibly angry after his appearance at the Federal High Court, Abuja on Monday, said that his prosecutors and the court do not know Nigeria’s laws.

SaharaReporters earlier reported that many police officers were implicated in forgery, falsification, and bypassing service regulations.

According to Falana, this publication falsely suggested that he suffered from a disease known as 'Prostatitis,' which he claims constitutes an invasion of his privacy as guaranteed by Section 37 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999.

The blackout follows the disconnection of the hospital from the national grid by the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) over an outstanding debt of ₦495 million.

RULAAC questioned why the court remains shut despite the disavowal of the threats by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Other courts in the same vicinity, such as the Federal High Court and the National Industrial Court, continue to function.

According to the wireless message, the deceased’s father, Mr. Usman Bawa, a resident of Rigasa area in Kontagora, reported the incident to the police authorities.  

SaharaReporters earlier reported that the police officers were implicated in forgery, falsification, and bypassing service regulations.  

This was stated in a release issued by he NNPC Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye.

The application seeks to compel Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Attorney General, the Accountant General, the Permanent Secretary of the Lands Bureau, and the Lagos State Government to confirm the veracity of Dangote's claim. 

Kanu’s legal team led by Ejimakor had filed an application before the court for the transfer of the suit marked FHC/ABJ/CR/383/2015 from the Abuja Division to any Federal Court Division in the South-East states.  

The dispute began after Muhammad alleged that Ribadu, during his tenure as Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), had accused Tinubu, George Akume, and Orji Kalu of corruption.

SaharaReporters gathered that one of the key motives behind the proposal to place the Senior Secondary school level under UBEC is to allocate more funds to the commission, which sources allege that Tinubu's appointees are plotting to embezzle.   

Azuka was reportedly kidnapped while returning home on Ugwunaobankpa Road in Inland Town, Onitsha.

According to a source in the area, the gunmen in different teams invaded the communities on Wednesday evening, shooting sporadically as residents fled into the forest for safety.

Egbetokun had earlier in a letter dated February 1, 2025 and signed on his behalf by CP Bode Akinbamilowo, Deputy Force Secretary asked the affected officers to go on immediate retirement.

However, SaharaReporters gathered that Wednesday's attack started shortly after a team of policemen and state security outfit 'Ebube-Agu', visited the community.

While in France on the private visit , President Tinubu will meet with his French counterpart, President Emmanuel Macron.

This is even as the group lamented that quite a number of local refineries have been abandoned due to the failure of oil producers to obey the domestic crude supply obligation.

Following their arrest, the suspects were handed over to the Nigeria Immigration Service, Kebbi State Command, for further action.

Firefighters from the Adamawa State Fire Service, Federal Fire Service, and the American University of Nigeria (AUN) are working to contain the blaze.

SaharaReporters had reported on Monday that at least 16 residents were gruesomely slaughtered in the attack which took place on Sunday morning, with at least 25 hours razed completely.

SaharaReporters learnt that the oil spill was reported on Monday evening and blamed on suspected equipment failure from the Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) of Nigeria.

SaharaReporters learned on Monday that Adejobi also ordered the detention of three police officers who ushered Charles' parents to his office to plead for leniency.  

According to transcripts of witness statements exclusively obtained by SaharaReporters, former President Obasanjo testified before the court on January 22, 2025, arguing that the 2003 agreement on which Sunrise Power based its claims is invalid.

In a statement released on January 31, 2025, and obtained by SaharaReporters, Kaduna Electric announced that the services of the staff members were no longer required.

This followed days of speculation over the future of the organisation after its funding was frozen and dozens of its employees were put on leave.

The activist also accused Adejobi of wielding undue influence over his superiors within the police force.

In a post on his X account on Sunday, Sowore claimed that Adejobi habitually detains Nigerians at will.

The party noted that any attempt to intimidate Sowore will be resisted, adding that it will not “stand idly by” while its leaders are harassed and intimidated for speaking truth to power.

The Nigeria Police Force demanded that Ekhorutomwem provide four sureties with assets valued at N2 billion as part of his administrative bail.

The Nigeria Police Force demanded that Ekhorutomwem provide four sureties with assets valued at N2 billion as part of his administrative bail.

Additionally, assuming fuel costs N1,000 per litre, this budget implies a daily consumption of 2,777 liters of fuel.

Additionally, the ministry has the highest rate of abandoned projects, with a 25.81% abandonment rate. The rate of ongoing projects stands at 12.90%.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) told CNN that the twin-engine jet went down shortly after departing from Northeast Philadelphia Airport.