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Kano police recover, hand over stolen motorcycle to owner

Press Release — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:17:23 +0000

The Kano State Police Command has recovered a black Daylong motorcycle stolen on 9th April 2026 at Danladi Nasidi, Kumbotso LGA, following diligent investigation by operatives of the Special Intervention Squad (SIS). The recovered motorcycle has been handed over to the rightful owner, who commended the Command for its professionalism and swift response. On 9th …

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NDLEA secures 15-year conviction for drug suspect in Kano

Ramatu Garba — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:59:01 +0000

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano Strategic Command, has secured a 15-year jail term against a 20-year-old drug suspect, Muhammad Maharazu, for offences related to drug possession and attempted assault on operatives. This is contained in a statement issued on Thursday in Kano by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Mr Sadiq Muhammad-Maigatari. He …

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2027: Lalong pays homage to Long Kwo, seeks royal blessing

Fateema B. Bello — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:54:22 +0000

Senator Simon Bako Lalong (APC, Plateau South) has paid a visit to the Long Kwo of Kwo Nation, Amb. Yahaya Kwande, where he paid homage and sought royal blessings ahead of his Senate re-election bid. During the visit, Senator Lalong appreciated the traditional ruler for his fatherly role in fostering peace, unity, and stability within …

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Wanted activist arrested in South Africa over Benin coup plot

Basillioh Rukanga, BBC — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:27:02 +0000

South African police say have they arrested “wanted fugitive” French-born Beninese activist Kemi Seba while he was allegedly attempting to flee to Europe through Zimbabwe. Seba, whose real name is Stellio Gilles Robert Capo Chichi, is wanted in Benin on charges of “inciting rebellion” after supporting last year’s foiled coup there. He was arrested on …

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South African opposition figure Malema handed five years in prison

Pumza Fihlani Damian Zane, BBC — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:21:03 +0000

South African opposition politician Julius Malema, 45, has been sentenced to five years after being found guilty of the illegal possession of a gun and firing it in public. Malema’s lawyer immediately appealed against the decision to prevent the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters and member of parliament from being taken to prison. Standing …

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Police foil bomb attempt, arrest six suspects in Ondo

Muftau Ogunyemi — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:13:26 +0000

The Police Command in Ondo State says it has foiled a bomb attempt, arrested six suspects, recovered Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) component and other exhibits in Akure, the state capital. Mr Adebowale Lawal, Commissioner of Police in Ondo State, said this during a news conference on Thursday in Akure. Lawal explained that the suspects were …

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2.2m candidates sit for 2026 UTME nationwide

Funmilayo Adeyemi — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:10:36 +0000

The 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) commenced nationwide on Thursday, with more than 2.2 million candidates expected to sit for the examination across accredited centres. The examination, organised by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), will run from April 16 to April 22 in multiple sessions scheduled daily. The Registrar of JAMB, Prof. …

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Kebbi govt terminates N150m monthly support to KEDCO

Muhammad Lawal — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:01:24 +0000

Gov. Nasir Idris of Kebbi has terminated its monthly support of ₦150 million to the Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), citing poor service and a lack of improvement in power supply to residents. The governor announced the termination during a meeting with KEDCO management and electricity consumers held in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday night. This action, …

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Dangote spotlights refinery, Vision 2030, others at Nasarawa trade fair

Fateema B. Bello — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:51:55 +0000

Africa’s leading conglomerate will feature its flagship Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Company at the 2026 Nasarawa Trade Fair, which will be officially declared open by the State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, on April 20. Dangote Industries Limited will also showcase its Vision 2030, which focuses on driving innovation and Africa’s industrialization. The Dangote Group is the …

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Atiku: 2027 will be my last outing for presidency

Fateema B. Bello — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:08:31 +0000

Former Vice President and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, (ADC), Atiku Abubakar has said that 2027 elections may be his final attempt at the presidency. In an interview with ARISE NEWS on Wednesday, the Atiku said his next run for the presidency would likely be his “last outing.” “Certainly, yes. Because I believe that …

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